The Outdoor Playgrounds

Cookie Policy

Last Updated: April 10, 2025

Table of Contents

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how The Outdoor Playgrounds ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, mobile applications, and online services (collectively, the "Service"). It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.

By using or accessing the Service, you consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies as described in this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to this Cookie Policy, you should adjust your browser settings accordingly or not use the Service.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners. Cookies help website owners understand how users interact with their website, remember user preferences, and improve the user experience.

1.1 Types of Cookies We Use

We use several types of cookies on the Service:

1.1.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, account login, and remembering your preferences. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the Service cannot function properly without them.

Examples of essential cookies we use:

  • Session cookies for maintaining your login status
  • Security cookies for detecting and preventing malicious activity
  • Preference cookies for remembering your language and region

1.1.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Service by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us track the number of visitors, identify where visitors have come from, and which pages they visit, allowing us to improve the Service.

Examples of analytics cookies we use:

  • Google Analytics cookies for website traffic analysis
  • Performance tracking cookies to measure page load times
  • Heatmap cookies to understand how users navigate our pages

1.1.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

Examples of functionality cookies we use:

  • Location cookies to remember your preferred parks
  • Preference cookies to remember filter settings
  • Font size and display settings

1.1.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our Service by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other websites.

Examples of targeting cookies we may use:

  • Retargeting cookies to show relevant ads based on your interests
  • Social media sharing cookies
  • Partner cookies for affiliate marketing tracking

1.2 Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third parties on our Service. These third parties may include:

  • Analytics providers (such as Google Analytics)
  • Advertising networks
  • Social media platforms
  • Payment processors
  • Map service providers

We do not control the placement of cookies by third parties. For information about these cookies, please refer to the third party's privacy policy.

1.3 Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies on the Service:

1.3.1 Web Beacons

Also known as "clear gifs" or "pixel tags," web beacons are tiny graphics with a unique identifier that are used to track user movements and interactions with the Service. Unlike cookies, which are stored on your device, web beacons are embedded invisibly on web pages.

1.3.2 Local Storage

We may use local storage technologies, such as HTML5 localStorage or Flash cookies, to store content information and preferences. These technologies operate similarly to cookies but provide larger storage capacity and cannot be managed through browser settings.

1.3.3 Device Fingerprinting

In some cases, we may use device fingerprinting technologies to identify devices and prevent fraud. These technologies collect information about your device, including operating system, browser version, IP address, and screen resolution, to create a unique identifier.

2. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

2.1 Essential Service Functionality

  • Authenticating users and preventing fraudulent account use
  • Remembering information that you have entered into forms
  • Maintaining your session across different pages of the Service
  • Providing secure access to your account

2.2 Service Improvement and Analytics

  • Understanding how visitors use the Service
  • Identifying popular features and content
  • Testing different versions of the Service for improvement
  • Diagnosing technical problems and maintaining performance
  • Compiling statistics to improve site structure and content

2.3 Personalization

  • Remembering your preferences and settings
  • Customizing the Service based on your location
  • Tailoring content based on past behavior and interests
  • Storing park search filters and favorite parks
  • Recognizing when you return to the Service

2.4 Cross-Device Functionality

  • Synchronizing your experience across multiple devices
  • Maintaining consistent settings between devices
  • Providing continuity in your user experience

4. Data Storage and Duration

4.1 Cookie Lifespans

Cookies can be either "session" or "persistent" cookies:

  • Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and are erased when you close your browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device until they expire or are deleted. The duration of persistent cookies varies depending on their purpose.

Our cookies typically have the following lifespans:

  • Essential cookies: Session to 1 year
  • Analytics cookies: 1 day to 2 years
  • Functionality cookies: 30 days to 1 year
  • Targeting cookies: 30 days to 1 year

4.2 Data Storage Location

Cookies store information on your browser or device. The information collected through cookies may be transferred to, and stored at, a destination outside the country where you are located, including countries that may not have the same data protection laws as your country of residence.

4.3 Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect the information collected through cookies. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Updates to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any changes will become effective when we post the revised Cookie Policy on the Service. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.

If we make material changes to this Cookie Policy, we will notify you by posting a notice on our website or by sending you an email notification.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:

Email: info@theoutdoorplaygrounds.com