Last updated: March 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how oliletriathlete.com (“the Site”) uses them, and your choices regarding their use. By continuing to browse the Site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better browsing experience, and give website owners useful information about how visitors interact with their site.
Cookies can be “first-party” (set by the website you are visiting) or “third-party” (set by a service used by the website, such as an analytics provider). They can also be “session” cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or “persistent” cookies (stored on your device until they expire or you delete them).
How We Use Cookies
The Site uses a limited number of cookies to ensure the website functions correctly, to understand how visitors use the Site, and to improve the overall experience. We do not use cookies for advertising or remarketing purposes.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Site to function properly. They enable core features such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. The Site cannot function correctly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| wordpress_sec_* | WordPress | Stores authentication details for logged-in users | Session |
| wordpress_logged_in_* | WordPress | Identifies logged-in users to WordPress | Session |
| wp-settings-* | WordPress | Stores user interface customisation preferences | 1 year |
| comment_author_* | WordPress | Remembers commenter name and email to save re-entry | 347 days |
| [Cookie Consent Cookie] | Complianz / Your CMP | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
2. Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They allow us to see which pages are popular, how visitors navigate the Site, and where improvements can be made. These cookies are only set after you give your consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors by assigning a randomly generated number | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state across page requests | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors on a 24-hour basis | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Limits the rate of data collection on high-traffic sites | 1 minute |
Google Analytics data is anonymised and we do not use it to personally identify any visitor. You can learn more about how Google uses data at Google’s Privacy & Terms page.
3. Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to monitor site performance and understand how the Site is used in order to improve it. They track interactions such as page views, scrolling behaviour, clicks, and site performance metrics. These cookies are only set after you give your consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| QuantumMetricSessionID | Quantum Metric | Tracks session activity to help us understand how visitors interact with the Site and identify areas for improvement | Session |
| QuantumMetricUserID | Quantum Metric | Assigns a random identifier to track repeat visits and improve the user experience | 1 year |
Important: Quantum Metric as used on this Site does not collect any personally identifiable information (PII). It does not record keystrokes, form inputs, or any personal data. It is used solely to monitor site performance, identify usability issues, and improve the browsing experience.
Your Choices
When you first visit the Site, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in the footer of every page.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or be alerted before a cookie is set. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some parts of the Site.
Here are links to cookie management instructions for common browsers:
Third-Party Cookies
The Site does not use cookies for advertising, remarketing, or social media tracking. The only third-party services that may set cookies on this Site are Google Analytics and Quantum Metric, as described above. Both are categorised as analytics/performance cookies and only activate after you give consent.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. We encourage you to check this page periodically.
Contact
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies on the Site, please contact us at:
Email: olivier.salmon@me.com
Website: oliletriathlete.com
Instagram: @oliletriathlete