Cookie Policy

How we use cookies on our website

About Cookies

This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on our website and how you can manage your preferences, in compliance with the ePrivacy Directive and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Last updated: 09/02/2026

1 What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet or mobile phone) when you visit a website.

They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences over a period of time, so you don't have to re-enter them every time you return to the site or navigate between pages.

Cookies can be "persistent" (remain on your device until they expire or are deleted) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser).

2 Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Essential for the website to function. Without these cookies, the site won't work properly. They don't require consent.

Cookie Purpose Duration
thefitnesslab_session Maintains user session, allowing navigation between pages and keeping authentication state 2 hours
XSRF-TOKEN Protection against CSRF (Cross-Site Request Forgery) attacks, ensuring form security 2 hours

Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics 4)

Help us understand how you use the website to improve the experience. They require your consent.

Cookie Purpose Duration
_ga Distinguishes unique users for aggregated statistics 2 years
_ga_* Maintains browsing session state 2 years
_gid Distinguishes users for 24 hours 24 hours

Managed via Google Tag Manager. Google's Privacy Policy

3 Managing Cookies

On our website:

When you first visit our site, we present a cookie banner where you can accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time through the "Cookie Settings" link in the website footer.

In your browser:

You can also control and/or delete cookies directly in your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies

Warning: Blocking essential cookies may prevent the website from functioning correctly, affecting features such as login, checkout or bookings.

4 Legal Basis

The use of cookies is based on the following legal grounds:

  • Strictly necessary cookies: Legitimate interest and technical necessity (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR). No consent required.
  • Analytics cookies: User consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR). Only activated after accepting the cookie banner.

5 Changes to this Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal or regulatory reasons.

Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated revision date. We recommend that you check this page regularly.

6 Contact

For questions about this cookie policy or about your personal data:

The Fitness Lab

Email: suporte@thefitnesslab.pt

Phone: +351 220 944 804

For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.

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