Last updated: 6 July 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how CIYMS Tennis Club uses cookies and similar technologies on our website (ciymstennis.com). It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function correctly, remember your preferences, and provide information to the site’s owners. Similar technologies such as pixels and local storage may also be used.
Types of cookies we use
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They include cookies that support core site features and security.
Functional cookies
These enable enhanced functionality, such as remembering your accessibility preferences via our accessibility widget.
Analytics cookies
Where enabled, these help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it. They are only set with your consent.
Third-party cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use, including our online booking providers (Bookwhen and Acebook) and embedded social media content from Facebook and Instagram. These providers set their own cookies and have their own privacy and cookie policies.
Cookies we use
The table below lists the main cookies and similar technologies used on our website.
| Cookie / provider | Purpose | Category | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| WordPress / security cookie | Site functionality and security | Strictly necessary | Session / specified duration |
| Cookie consent plugin (Complianz) | Stores your cookie consent choices | Necessary | e.g. 6–12 months |
| Google Analytics or similar | Website analytics | Statistics | Don’t use |
| Facebook / Instagram embeds or pixels | Social/marketing tracking | Marketing | Don’t use |
| Bookwhen / Acebook | Booking functionality | Functional / third-party | while membership is active, then up to 6 years after membership ends if needed for admin, finance, complaints or legal reasons. |
Managing your cookie preferences
When you first visit our website you can choose which non-essential cookies to accept via our cookie consent banner. Analytics and marketing cookies are only set after you give consent, and no non-essential scripts load before you make a choice. You can change your preferences at any time. You can also control and delete cookies through your browser settings; however, disabling certain cookies may affect how the website works.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at info@ciymstennisclub.org.