Cookie Policy
Last updated: 18 June 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed 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 website owners.
2. How We Use Cookies
RunClub uses cookies to enhance your experience, understand how you use our website and mobile app, and improve our services. We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which stay on your device until deleted or expired).
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- Security and authentication
- User session management
- Load balancing
- Remembering your preferences
You cannot opt out of essential cookies as they are required for the website to work.
3.2 Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve the user experience. These cookies collect information such as:
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- How you arrived at our website
- Which links you click on
- Device and browser information
We use Google Analytics for this purpose. The information is anonymized and cannot identify you personally.
3.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies allow us to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features, such as:
- Remembering your preferred language
- Saving your location preferences for finding nearby clubs
- Remembering your search filters
- Customizing content based on your interests
3.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to:
- Limit how many times you see an advertisement
- Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
- Track conversions and user journeys
Marketing cookies may be set by our advertising partners and share information with other organizations.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance tracking
- Facebook Pixel: For social media marketing and conversion tracking
- Google Ads: For advertising and remarketing
- Stripe: For secure payment processing
We do not control these third-party cookies. Please check the third-party websites for more information about their cookies and how to manage them.
5. Cookies on Our Mobile App
Our mobile application uses similar technologies to cookies, including:
- Local Storage: To store user preferences and app data
- Device Identifiers: To recognize your device and personalize your experience
- Analytics SDKs: To understand app usage and improve performance
You can manage these through your device settings.
6. How to Manage Cookies
6.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete all cookies
- Block all cookies from being set
- Block third-party cookies only
- Clear all cookies when you close your browser
- Get notifications when cookies are set
6.2 Browser-Specific Instructions
Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
6.3 Mobile Devices
On mobile devices, you can manage cookies through:
- iOS: Settings > Safari > Block All Cookies
- Android: Settings > Site settings > Cookies
6.4 Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner at the bottom of the page where you can Accept all, Reject non-essential, or Customise your cookie preferences. No analytics or marketing cookies are set before you make a choice. You can change these preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie settings" link in the footer.
7. Impact of Blocking Cookies
If you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of our website and app may not work properly. For example:
- You may need to log in every time you visit
- Your preferences and settings won't be saved
- Some personalized features may not be available
- Location-based features may not work
Essential cookies cannot be blocked without preventing the website from functioning.
8. Cookie Table
Below is a detailed list of cookies we use on the RunClub website:
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| rc_session | Essential | Session | Maintains user session and authentication |
| rc_preferences | Functional | 1 year | Stores user preferences and settings |
| _ga | Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics - distinguishes users |
| _gid | Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics - distinguishes users |
| rc_marketing | Marketing | 90 days | Tracks marketing campaign performance |
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting a notice on our website or sending you an email.
The "Last updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last revised.
10. Your Rights
Under privacy laws including GDPR and PECR, you have the right to:
- Know what cookies are being set and why
- Choose which cookies to accept or reject
- Withdraw your consent at any time
- Access the data collected through cookies
- Request deletion of cookie data
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- RunClub, Aston House, 62–68 Oak End Way, Gerrards Cross SL9 8FU, United Kingdom
- Email: support@run-club.app
- Website: https://run-club.app/support
12. More Information
For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit: