Cookies Policy

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This Cookies Policy explains how Refreshmuscle (ABN 50 160 528 506) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. By continuing to browse or use our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Cookies Policy and consent to the use of cookies as described herein.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their site is being used.

Cookies can be either "session cookies" (which are deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them). Cookies can also be "first-party cookies" (set by the website you are visiting) or "third-party cookies" (set by a domain other than the one you are visiting).

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for various purposes on our website, including:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our website. They enable core features such as page navigation, security, and accessibility. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly. Essential cookies do not require your consent under applicable law.

Session management and user authentication
Security features to protect against unauthorised access
Load balancing to ensure consistent website performance
Remembering your cookie consent preferences

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This information helps us improve our website's performance, content, and user experience.

Tracking page views and visitor behaviour patterns
Measuring website loading times and performance
Identifying technical errors and issues
Understanding which pages are most and least popular
Analysing traffic sources and user demographics

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personalised features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

Remembering your language or region preferences
Personalising the content displayed to you
Storing your preferences for future visits
Enabling social media sharing functionality

2.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.

Delivering advertisements relevant to your interests
Limiting the number of times you see an advertisement
Measuring the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
Understanding audience reach and engagement

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow third-party service providers to place cookies on your device through our website. These third parties include:

Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to analyse website traffic and user behaviour. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of our website, including your IP address (anonymised), browser type, pages visited, and time spent on each page. For more information about Google's privacy practices, please visit Google's Privacy Policy.
Google Maps: We embed Google Maps on our contact page to show our location. Google may set cookies when you interact with the map.
Font Awesome: We use Font Awesome to display icons on our website. Font Awesome may set cookies related to content delivery.

We do not control these third-party cookies and recommend that you review the privacy policies of these third parties for more information about how they use cookies.

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:

4.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your cookies and revisiting our site.

4.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can usually find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. The following links may be helpful for managing cookies in popular browsers:

Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
Microsoft Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions

4.3 Opt-Out Links

Some third parties provide opt-out mechanisms for their cookies. For example:

Google Analytics Opt-out: You can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on to prevent your data from being used by Google Analytics.
Digital Advertising Alliance: Visit the Digital Advertising Alliance's opt-out page to opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies.

5. Consequences of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. This may include:

Inability to remember your preferences and settings
Reduced functionality of certain interactive features
Less personalised browsing experience
Potential difficulties with website navigation

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function. If you disable essential cookies, you may not be able to use our website at all.

6. Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use similar tracking technologies on our website:

Web Beacons: Small graphic visual_assets (also known as "pixel tags" or "clear GIFs") that may be included on our website and emails to track user engagement.
Local Storage: Technology that allows a website to store and retrieve data on a user's device, similar to cookies but with greater storage capacity.
Session Storage: Similar to local storage but data is only stored for the duration of the page session.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our operations, or as we otherwise deem necessary or appropriate. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to check this page periodically for the latest information about our use of cookies.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookies Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

Refreshmuscle
227 Johnston St, Abbotsford VIC 3067, Australia
Phone: +61 411 113 777
Email: infocenter@refreshmuscle.world
ABN: 50 160 528 506

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