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Cookie Policy

 

Last updated: 19th November 2025


This Cookie Policy explains how Browns Sports Resort (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. It applies to all visitors, regardless of their location.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”) and the ePrivacy Directive.
 

1. What Are Cookies?


Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device, remember your preferences, enable functionality, and help us understand how users interact with our site.
Cookies may be:

  • First-party cookies – placed directly by us.
  • Third-party cookies – placed by external providers.
  • Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser.
  • Persistent cookies – remain on your device for a set period.
     

2. Types of Cookies We Use


We classify cookies into the following categories:

 

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as security, page navigation, and access to secure areas of the site.

  • These cookies do not require consent.
  • If blocked, the website may not function correctly.

 

2.2 Preference (Functional) Cookies
These cookies remember your settings and preferences (e.g., language, region, accessibility options) to provide a more personalised experience.

  • Consent is required.

 

2.3 Performance (Analytics) Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use the website (e.g., pages visited, time spent, errors).
We use this information to improve the performance and usability of our site.

  • These cookies are only set with your explicit consent.
  • Examples may include Google Analytics (IP anonymisation enabled).

 

2.4 Marketing / Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

  • These cookies are only set with your explicit consent.
  • They may track your activity across different websites.


 

3. Legal Basis for Using Cookies


Under the GDPR and ePrivacy Directive:

  • Strictly necessary cookies: Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR).
  • All other cookies: Your prior, freely given, informed, and unambiguous consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR).

 

We never use non-essential cookies unless you actively opt in.

 

4. Managing and Withdrawing Your Consent


You can manage cookie preferences at any time through our Cookie Consent Management Tool, available on every page of our website.

You may:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject all non-essential cookies
  • Adjust individual cookie categories
  • Withdraw your consent at any time

 

5. Third-Party Cookies


Some cookies may be placed by third-party service providers we work with, such as:

  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Advertising networks
  • Social media platforms
  • Booking and reservation systems
  • Video platforms (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo)

 

Third parties may process your data in accordance with their own privacy policies. We ensure all partners meet GDPR requirements, including data protection agreements where relevant.

 

6. Duration of Cookies


We only keep cookies for as long as necessary for their intended purpose.
Typical duration categories include:

  • Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser.
  • Persistent cookies: Remain for a fixed period, usually from 1 day to 24 months, depending on consent and category.

 

7. Data Transfers Outside the EU/EEA


Some third-party providers may transfer data outside the EU/EEA (e.g., to the United States).
When this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
  • Adequacy decisions
  • Additional technical safeguards
     

We only work with third parties that comply with GDPR requirements.

 

8. How to Disable Cookies in Your Browser


You can also control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Google Chrome
  • Safari
  • Firefox
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Opera

 

Blocking all cookies may affect website performance and certain features.

 

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy


We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

 

10. Contact Us


If you have questions about our Cookie Policy or data protection practices, please contact us:

Browns Sports Resort
Caminho dos Golfes,
Vilamoura, 8125-426, Portugal
Email: allison@browns-club.com
Phone: (+351) 289 322 740

You may also contact the Portuguese Data Protection Authority (CNPD) if you wish to lodge a complaint.

 

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