This Cookie Policy explains how GAINS AI LTD ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you use our fitness app ("the App") and visit our website. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website or use an app. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and analyzing how you use our services.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the App to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include cookies for authentication, security, and basic app functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: These help us understand how users interact with our App, which features are most popular, and how we can improve our services.
- Advertising Cookies: These are used by our advertising partners (such as Google AdMob) to deliver personalized advertisements based on your interests and app usage.
- Preference Cookies: These remember your settings and preferences to provide a more personalized experience.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the App to work properly and cannot be turned off. They include:
- Authentication cookies to keep you logged in
- Security cookies to protect against fraud and abuse
- Session cookies to maintain your app session
3.2 Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how users interact with our App:
- Google Analytics cookies to track app usage and performance
- Firebase Analytics cookies to understand user behavior
- Crash reporting cookies to identify and fix technical issues
3.3 Advertising Cookies
Our advertising partners use cookies to deliver relevant advertisements:
- Google AdMob cookies for personalized advertising
- Third-party advertising network cookies
- Retargeting cookies to show relevant ads
4. Third-Party Cookies
We work with trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies:
- Google Services: Analytics, AdMob, and Firebase services
- Apple Services: App Store analytics and payment processing
- Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for social features
These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We encourage you to review their policies.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
- App Settings: You can manage some cookie preferences within the App settings
- Device Settings: Most devices allow you to control cookies through system settings
- Browser Settings: If accessing our website, you can control cookies through your browser settings
- Third-Party Opt-Outs: Many advertising networks provide opt-out mechanisms
6. Cookie Consent
Where required by law, we will ask for your consent before setting non-essential cookies. You can:
- Accept all cookies for the full app experience
- Reject non-essential cookies (some features may be limited)
- Modify your preferences at any time through app settings
7. Data Retention
Cookie data is retained for different periods depending on the type:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close the app
- Persistent Cookies: May remain for up to 2 years
- Analytics Cookies: Typically retained for 26 months
- Advertising Cookies: Usually retained for 13 months
8. International Transfers
Some of our third-party cookie providers may transfer data outside the UK. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, as described in our Privacy Policy.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes through the App or our website.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
gainsailtd@gmail.co.uk