Cookie Policy

Patrick Bittan Martial Arts Academy Spain
Last updated: 01.03.26

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Patrick Bittan Academy Spain (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.patrickbittan.es.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Policy, subject to your preferences set via our cookie consent banner.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website.

Cookies allow websites to:

  • Function properly
  • Improve user experience
  • Analyse website traffic
  • Remember user preferences

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)
  • Persistent cookies (remain stored for a defined period)

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies:

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly.

They enable core functionality such as:

  • Security
  • Network management
  • Accessibility
  • Form submissions
  • Session management

These cookies do not require consent under GDPR.

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as:

  • Language selection (e.g., via Polylang)
  • User preferences
  • Region selection

These improve your browsing experience.

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting information such as:

  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Traffic sources
  • Device type

This data is anonymised where possible.

Example services (if used):

  • Google Analytics
  • Website hosting analytics tools

Analytics cookies are only activated after user consent.

3.4 Marketing or Third-Party Cookies

These cookies may be used by third-party services such as:

  • Social media platforms
  • Embedded video platforms (e.g., YouTube)
  • WhatsApp chat plugins
  • Advertising networks (if applicable)

These cookies may track browsing activity across websites.

They are only placed after explicit user consent.

4. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

Under GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive:

  • Strictly necessary cookies are processed based on legitimate interest.
  • Analytics, functional, and marketing cookies are processed only with user consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR).

You may withdraw your consent at any time.

5. How We Obtain Consent

When you first visit our website, a cookie banner will:

  • Inform you about cookie use
  • Allow you to accept or reject non-essential cookies
  • Provide a link to this Cookie Policy

Non-essential cookies are not activated unless you provide consent.

You can change your preferences at any time via the cookie settings link (if implemented).

6. Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to:

  • View stored cookies
  • Delete cookies
  • Block cookies
  • Set preferences for certain websites

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Withdrawing Consent

If you wish to withdraw your cookie consent:

7. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be set by third-party providers. These providers may include:

  • Google (Analytics, Maps, YouTube)
  • Social media platforms
  • Payment processors
  • Booking systems

We do not control third-party cookies. Please refer to their privacy policies for further details.

8. Data Retention

Cookies are stored for different periods depending on their purpose:

  • Session cookies: Deleted when browser closes
  • Persistent cookies: Stored for a defined duration (e.g., 30 days, 6 months, 1 year)

We ensure that cookies are not retained longer than necessary.

9. International Transfers

Some third-party services (e.g., Google) may transfer data outside the European Economic Area (EEA).

Where this occurs, appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) are applied in accordance with GDPR requirements.

10. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Withdraw consent
  • Request access to personal data collected via cookies
  • Request deletion of personal data
  • Lodge a complaint with the Spanish Data Protection Authority (AEPD)

Agencia Española de Protección de Datos (AEPD)
Website: www.aepd.es

For any data protection request, contact:
contacto@patrickbittan.es

11. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We reserve the right to update this Cookie Policy at any time.

Updates will be published on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

12. Contact

If you have questions regarding this Cookie Policy, please contact:

Patrick Bittan
Email: contacto@patrickbittan.es
Phone: +34 744 61 93 27
Address: Dentro la Plaza, Bittan Academy, C. Chambel, 3, 29670 San Pedro Alcántara, Málaga