Cookie Policy

Last updated: 23 January 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Cyprus Dragon Boat Federation (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on cyprusdba.org.

Cookies help the website function correctly, improve performance, and (where enabled) help us understand how visitors use the site.

This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy (GDPR).

1) What cookies are

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. Similar technologies include pixels, tags, scripts, and local storage. These technologies may collect information such as your device type, browser, IP address, and usage behaviour.

2) Why we use cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Make the website work properly (security, page navigation, session handling)
Enable core features (members area login, forms, bookings, checkout)
Remember preferences (language, consent choices)
Measure performance (site analytics, error diagnostics) where enabled
Support marketing (advertising/retargeting pixels) where enabled and only with consent

3) Types of cookies we may use

A. Strictly Necessary Cookies (always on)

These cookies are required for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as:

logging into the members area
filling out forms
completing a booking
checking out in the e-shop
fraud prevention and security

Legal basis: Legitimate interest / Contract necessity (GDPR).

B. Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering preferences. If disabled, some features may not work as intended.

Legal basis: Legitimate interest or Consent (depending on your cookie banner settings and local requirements).

C. Analytics / Performance Cookies (optional)

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website (e.g., pages visited, traffic sources). They help us improve site performance and user experience.

These cookies are used only if you give consent, where required.

Examples (depending on what is enabled on your site):

Wix Analytics / Wix Performance tools
Google Analytics [only if enabled]

Legal basis: Consent (GDPR), where required.

D. Marketing / Advertising Cookies (optional)

These cookies may be used to deliver relevant ads and measure advertising effectiveness. They may also be used for retargeting (showing ads to people who visited our website).

These cookies are used only if you give consent, where required.

Examples (depending on what is enabled):

Meta (Facebook/Instagram) Pixel [only if enabled]
Google Ads tags [only if enabled]

Legal basis: Consent (GDPR).

4) Wix cookies and third-party cookies

Our website is built on Wix.com, which sets certain cookies that are necessary for:

security
fraud prevention
performance
account login (members area)
bookings and e-commerce functionality

Depending on the features enabled, additional third-party cookies may be set by tools integrated into the site (e.g., analytics or marketing tools).

5) Managing your cookie preferences (consent)

When you visit our website, you may see a cookie banner that allows you to:

accept all cookies
reject non-essential cookies
customise cookie preferences

You can change your cookie choices at any time by:

using the cookie settings option on the website [describe where it is: e.g., “Cookie Settings” link in the footer], and/or
adjusting your browser settings (see section 6)

If you reject optional cookies, the website will still work, but some features and insights may be limited.

6) Managing cookies through your browser

Most browsers allow you to:

see what cookies are stored
delete cookies
block cookies
block third-party cookies

Please note:

Blocking strictly necessary cookies may cause parts of the website (members login, bookings, checkout) to stop working.
Deleting cookies may reset your preferences (including cookie consent preferences).

7) Cookies used for payments and checkout

Payments by card are processed via Stripe (if enabled on checkout). Stripe and related security systems may use cookies or similar technologies to prevent fraud and process transactions securely.

For offline wire transfers, no card processing cookies apply, but your order/booking status may still rely on necessary site cookies.

8) Updates to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date will reflect the latest version.

9) Contact

If you have questions about cookies or privacy, contact us:

Cyprus Dragon Boat Federation
Address: Germasogeia Dam, Limassol, Cyprus
Email: cyprusdba@gmail.com
Phone: +357 99675731