Effective Date: January 11, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how PEAKFIT Studio (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, www.peakfitstudio.com (the “Website”). It forms part of our broader commitment to safeguarding your privacy, in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.

By continuing to use our Website, you consent to the placement and use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to us at info@peakfitstudio.com.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and store certain information about your preferences or past actions. Cookies serve various functions, such as remembering login details, enabling e-commerce features, or helping site owners analyze how their site is used.

In addition to cookies, our Website may use similar tracking technologies (e.g., web beacons, pixels, tags, scripts) to gather information about user interactions.

2. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

1. Ensure Basic Website Functionality
   Enable you to navigate our Website and use essential features (e.g., secure areas, shopping carts).
2. Enhance User Experience
   Remember your preferences (e.g., language settings), auto-fill form fields, and provide a more personalized browsing experience.
3. Analytics & Performance
   Gather usage data and identify trends to understand how users interact with our Website. This information helps us optimize performance and improve user experience.
4. Marketing & Advertising
   Deliver relevant advertisements, measure campaign effectiveness, and tailor promotions or offers based on your browsing interests or past visits.
5. Security
   Protect our users, services, and Website from malicious activity, fraud, or unauthorized access.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
   These cookies are essential for you to move around our Website and use its features. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as requesting services, setting your privacy preferences, or logging in. Blocking these cookies may impact Website functionality.
2. Functional Cookies
   These cookies enable our Website to provide enhanced features and personalized content. They remember your preferences (e.g., region or language) and allow for customized functionality.
3. Performance Cookies (Analytics)
   These cookies collect information about how you use our Website (e.g., pages visited, time spent on pages, errors encountered). This data helps us improve how our Website functions. We may use third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to track and analyze this information.
4. Targeting or Advertising Cookies
   These cookies record your visits to our Website, including pages visited and links clicked. They are used to deliver advertising more relevant to your interests, limit the number of times you see an ad, and measure the effectiveness of an ad campaign. We may use third-party providers (e.g., Meta/Facebook Pixel) for remarketing or interest-based advertising.
5. Session vs. Persistent Cookies
   • Session Cookies expire at the end of your browsing session (when you close your browser).
   • Persistent Cookies remain stored on your device for a set period or until manually deleted.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow third parties to place cookies on your device through our Website for the following purposes:

1. Provide Analytics Services
   For example, Google Analytics or other analytics platforms use cookies to track Website usage, visitor counts, and trends.
2. Serve Personalized Ads
   Advertising networks or social media platforms (e.g., Meta/Facebook) may use cookies to display ads tailored to your interests based on your browsing habits.
3. Integrate Third-Party Features
   Some pages may integrate third-party tools (e.g., embedded videos, social sharing buttons) that use cookies set by those third parties.

Please note that we do not control or maintain the cookies set by third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites or services you interact with on or through our Website.

5. Use of Third-Party Platforms & Services

PEAKFIT Studio provides holistic personal training, nutrition, and wellness services, which may involve integrating or embedding third-party tools such as Trainerize, Zoom, or streaming platforms (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo).

1. Trainerize & Similar Apps
   To facilitate workout programming, nutrition tracking, and client management, we may link to or embed Trainerize functionalities. These platforms may store cookies or similar tracking data independently of PEAKFIT Studio. We do not control these cookies or any data Trainerize (or similar third parties) may collect. Please refer to their respective privacy and cookie policies for details.
2. Live or Embedded Video Sessions
   For on-demand or live video sessions, we may embed content from platforms like Zoom, YouTube, or Vimeo. These embedded services often set cookies to track analytics (e.g., view counts) or personalize your video experience. By interacting with embedded media, you are subject to the cookie and data-collection practices of that third-party platform.
3. Holistic Fitness & Nutrition Data
   Some cookies or local storage may help store or recall user preferences for scheduling, workout logs, meal plans, or nutritional data. For more information about how we handle personal and health-related information, please see our Privacy Policy.
4. Liability for Third-Party Practices
   While we aim to partner with reputable providers, PEAKFIT Studio is not responsible for the data-collection or usage practices of these third parties. Your interactions with such platforms are governed by each provider’s own terms and policies.

6. Consent & Your Choices

1. Cookie Banner/Pop-Up (If Implemented)
   When you first visit our Website (or after clearing your browsing data), you may see a cookie notice or banner that allows you to manage your cookie preferences. By continuing to use our Website or clicking “Accept,” you consent to the placement of cookies as described herein.
2. Browser Controls
   Most web browsers allow you to control or block cookies through their settings. You can typically remove existing cookies, prevent new cookies from being placed, or prompt a warning before accepting cookies. Refer to your browser’s “Help” section for detailed instructions.
3. Opt-Out Tools
   Some third-party advertising networks offer opt-out mechanisms (e.g., Network Advertising Initiative, Digital Advertising Alliance). If you opt out, you may still see ads, but they may not be tailored to your interests.
4. Impact of Disabling Cookies
   Disabling or removing certain cookies may affect your ability to use some features or services on our Website. We recommend keeping cookies enabled for an optimal browsing experience.

7. How We Handle “Do Not Track” Signals

Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not wish to be tracked. As there is currently no industry-standard way to respond to DNT signals, our Website does not respond to DNT browser settings at this time. We will review and update our approach as standards develop.

8. Data Sharing & Transfers

Information collected through cookies may be considered personal data under certain laws. Any personal data we collect is used and stored in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which describes our data retention practices, legal bases for processing (if applicable under GDPR or other data protection laws), and your rights regarding personal data.

9. Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information collected through cookies and other tracking technologies. However, no method of data transmission or storage is entirely secure. You acknowledge and accept that you use our Website at your own risk.

10. International Users

If you are accessing our Website from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other jurisdictions. By using our Website, you consent to such transfers, subject to applicable data protection laws.

11. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Your continued use of our Website after such changes indicates your acceptance of the revised Cookie Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests about this Cookie Policy, or if you need more information on how we use cookies and similar technologies, please contact us:

PEAKFIT Studio
Email: info@peakfitstudio.com
Phone: (828) 844-8585
Address: 100 Julian Ln, Arden, NC 28704

Last Updated: January 11, 2025