Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 14, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how PlayGolfIndoors.com ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

We also use similar technologies like local storage (localStorage and sessionStorage) which store data in your browser for similar purposes.

Types of Cookies We Use

We categorize our cookies into three groups based on their purpose:

Always Active

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

Name Purpose Duration Type
connect.sid Maintains your session state for essential site functionality Session Cookie
pgi_cookie_consent Stores your cookie preference choices 1 year Local Storage
Requires Consent

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us improve the website and user experience.

Google Analytics 4

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and usage patterns.

Name Purpose Duration Type
_ga Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number as a client identifier 2 years Cookie
_ga_* Used to persist session state and track sessions across page views 2 years Cookie
_gid Distinguishes users during a browsing session 24 hours Cookie
Microsoft Clarity

We use Microsoft Clarity to understand how you use our website through session recordings and heatmaps.

Name Purpose Duration Type
_clck Persists the Clarity User ID and preferences, unique to that site 1 year Cookie
_clsk Connects multiple page views by a user into a single Clarity session recording 1 day Cookie
CLID Identifies the first-time Clarity saw this user on any site using Clarity 1 year Cookie
ANONCHK Used to store the session ID for the purposes of measuring user journeys Session Cookie
MR Used to collect information for analytics purposes 1 week Cookie
MUID Identifies unique web browsers visiting Microsoft sites 1 year Cookie
SM Used in synchronizing the MUID across Microsoft domains Session Cookie
Requires Consent

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

Name Purpose Duration Type
pgi_anonymous_id Anonymous identifier for cross-session analytics (hashed, no personal data) 1 year Local Storage
pgi_first_visit Records first visit timestamp for new vs. returning user analytics Permanent Local Storage
pgi_experiments Stores A/B test variant assignments for consistent experience Permanent Local Storage
Requires Consent

Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements. We do not currently use marketing cookies, but we have included this category in our consent management for transparency and future flexibility.

If we decide to implement marketing cookies in the future, we will update this policy and require your consent before setting any such cookies.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

Our Cookie Preferences Tool

Use our built-in cookie preferences tool to manage which types of cookies you accept:

You can change your preferences at any time using this tool or the link in our website footer.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Common options include:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block only third-party cookies
  • Clear all cookies when you close the browser
  • Open a "private browsing" or "incognito" session

Note: Blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Opt-Out Links

You can also opt out of specific analytics services directly:

Local Storage and Session Storage

In addition to cookies, we use your browser's local storage and session storage to store certain data. Unlike cookies, this data is not automatically sent to our servers with each request.

Local Storage

Data stored in local storage persists until explicitly deleted. We use it for:

  • Your cookie consent preferences
  • Anonymous user identification for analytics
  • A/B testing variant assignments
  • First visit timestamp tracking

Session Storage

Data stored in session storage is cleared when you close your browser tab. We use it for:

  • Temporary form state during submissions
  • Session-specific analytics data

How to Clear Stored Data

To clear all data we've stored in your browser:

Clear Site Data (Recommended)

  1. Open your browser's settings or preferences
  2. Navigate to Privacy, Security, or Site Settings
  3. Find "Clear browsing data" or "Site data"
  4. Select cookies, local storage, and site data for playgolfindoors.com
  5. Click "Clear" or "Delete"

Browser-Specific Instructions

Google Chrome
  1. Click the three dots menu > Settings
  2. Click "Privacy and security" > "Cookies and other site data"
  3. Click "See all cookies and site data"
  4. Search for "playgolfindoors" and click the trash icon
Mozilla Firefox
  1. Click the hamburger menu > Settings
  2. Click "Privacy & Security"
  3. Under "Cookies and Site Data", click "Manage Data"
  4. Search for "playgolfindoors" and click "Remove Selected"
Safari
  1. Click Safari > Preferences (or Settings)
  2. Click the "Privacy" tab
  3. Click "Manage Website Data"
  4. Search for "playgolfindoors" and click "Remove"
Microsoft Edge
  1. Click the three dots menu > Settings
  2. Click "Cookies and site permissions" > "Cookies and site data"
  3. Click "See all cookies and site data"
  4. Search for "playgolfindoors" and click the trash icon

Third-Party Services

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the setting of these cookies. Please refer to their privacy policies for more information:

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our data practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

[email protected]

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