Last updated: 22 September 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how SciSports (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on the https://www.scisports.com website (the “Website”). It should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

 

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us make our Website function properly, improve performance, and deliver personalized experiences.

We also use tracking technologies such as pixels, tags, and server-side tools to measure traffic, optimize our Website, and support our marketing campaigns.

 

2. Types of cookies we use

We classify cookies into the following categories:

Strictly necessary cookies (functional)

Required for the Website to operate correctly. These cannot be disabled.

Analytical/performance cookies

Help us understand how visitors use the Website (e.g., page views, traffic sources) so we can improve functionality.

Marketing/targeting cookies

Enable personalized advertising and measure the effectiveness of our campaigns.

 

3. Cookie table

Below is an overview of the cookies we use, their purpose, provider, and retention period.

Cookie name	Purpose	Provider	Storage period
_ga	Registers a unique ID to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the Website.	Google Analytics 4	2 years
_gid	Generates session-based analytics data.	Google Analytics 4	1 day
_gat	Throttles request rate to GA servers.	Google Analytics 4	1 minute
hubspotutk	Keeps track of a visitor’s identity for HubSpot analytics.	HubSpot	6 months
__hstc	Tracks visitors (timestamp of first visit, last visit, session number).	HubSpot	6 months
__hssrc	Determines if a visitor restarted their browser.	HubSpot	Session
__hssc	Keeps track of sessions.	HubSpot	30 minutes
li_fat_id	Stores a user’s LinkedIn ID for Insight Tag tracking.	LinkedIn	30 days
lidc	Facilitates LinkedIn data center selection.	LinkedIn	1 day
bcookie	Browser identifier cookie for LinkedIn.	LinkedIn	2 years
IDE	Used by Google Ads to show relevant ads.	Google Ads	13 months
test_cookie	Checks if the browser supports cookies.	Google Ads	1 day
_fbp	Identifies browsers for advertising and analytics purposes.	Meta (Facebook/Instagram)	3 months
_uetsid	Tracks visitors across multiple websites for ad targeting.	Microsoft Ads (Bing)	1 day
_uetvid	Stores a unique ID for tracking across sessions.	Microsoft Ads (Bing)	13 months
stape_session	Used for server-side tracking to improve cookie security and analytics accuracy.	Stape.io	Session
apollo_session	Identifies interactions in Apollo.io for outreach and engagement tracking.	Apollo.io	Session / up to 1 year

Note: The exact cookies may vary depending on your browser, device, and consent preferences.

4. Managing cookies

You can manage your cookie preferences in the cookie banner shown when you first visit our Website. You can withdraw or change your consent at any time.

You can also configure your browser to block or delete cookies. Please note that some parts of our Website may not function properly if you disable cookies.

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge

In addition, you can opt out of personalized advertising via:

• Google Ads settings
• Meta (Facebook/Instagram) Ads preferences
• LinkedIn Ads settings
• Microsoft Ads settings
• Your Online Choices

 

5. Updates to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “last updated” date.

 

6. Contact us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

SciSports B.V.

Woudenbergseweg 56
3707 HX Zeist
The Netherlands

Email: [email protected]

Last updated: 3 March 2026

SciSports (“us”, “we”, or “our”) operates the https://www.scisports.com website (the “Website”).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard personal data when you use our Website, and the rights you have under applicable data protection laws, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

By using the Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information we collect

Personal data

We may collect personally identifiable information (“Personal data”) when you voluntarily provide it, for example by subscribing to a newsletter, downloading materials, or contacting us. This may include:

• First name
• Last name
• Job title
  
• Email address
  
• Phone number
  
• Company name
  
• Type of business
  

Usage data

We may automatically collect information on how the Website is accessed and used (“Usage data”). This may include:

• IP address
  
• Browser type and version
  
• Pages visited on our Website
  
• Date and time of visit
  
• Time spent on pages
• Device identifiers and diagnostic data

2. Cookies and tracking technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to provide functionality, improve user experience, and analyze website traffic.

Types of Cookies

Functional cookies – necessary for the proper functioning of the site (e.g., language preferences).

Analytical cookies – help us understand how visitors use the Website (e.g., Google Analytics 4, Stape.io).

Marketing cookies – used for targeted advertising and campaign performance measurement (e.g., Google Ads, Meta, LinkedIn, Microsoft Ads pixels).

Cookie management

You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. Some Website features may not function properly without cookies.

 

3. Use of data

We use the collected data for purposes such as:

• Operating and maintaining the Website
• Communicating with you (e.g., newsletters, updates)
• Improving Website functionality and user experience
• Analyzing Website usage and performance
• Delivering and measuring advertising campaigns
• Detecting, preventing, and addressing technical or security issues
• Complying with legal obligations

 

4. Third-party tools and service providers

We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who process it on our behalf, strictly for the purposes described below.

Analytics and tag management

Google Analytics 4 (GA4) – tracks and reports website usage, with IP anonymization enabled. Data is not shared with Google for other services.

Google Tag Manager – manages tracking tags and scripts in a secure way, without collecting personal data directly.

Stape.io – server-side tag management solution that helps us deploy and control tags (such as analytics and ad pixels) while improving data security and GDPR compliance.

Marketing, CRM, and advertising

HubSpot – provides marketing automation, email campaigns, lead management, and contact segmentation. HubSpot stores personal data (e.g., newsletter sign-ups) on secure servers in the EU/US.

Apollo.io – used for business development and outreach, enabling us to manage contact data for B2B engagement. Apollo.io processes professional information (e.g., name, company, email) in line with GDPR.

Google Ads, Meta (Facebook/Instagram), LinkedIn, and Microsoft Ads pixels – collect data on visitor interactions to measure campaign effectiveness, optimize ad delivery, and enable retargeting. These tools may use cookies or similar technologies to track user behavior across websites.

Social media and retargeting

LinkedIn Insight Tag – used for campaign reporting, conversion tracking, and retargeting.

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We ensure data processing agreements are in place with third-party providers, and where necessary, we rely on EU Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for international data transfers.

 

5. Data storage and retention

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected.

Usage data and analytics are retained for a maximum of 38 months (unless required longer for legal obligations).

 

6. Data security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data. However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

 

7. Disclosure of data

We may disclose your personal data in the following cases:

• To comply with a legal obligation
• To protect and defend the rights or property of SciSports
• To prevent or investigate possible misconduct
• To protect the safety of Website users or the public
• To defend against legal liability

 

8. Your rights

As a data subject under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data
• Request rectification or erasure of your personal data
• Restrict or object to processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)
• Lodge a complaint with the Autoriteit Persoonsgegevens (Dutch Data Protection Authority)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

 

9. International transfers

If we transfer your personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure it is protected with appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

 

10. Links to other websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

 

11. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “last updated” date. For material changes, we will provide notice on our Website.

 

12. Contact us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:

SciSports B.V.

Woudenbergseweg 56
3707 HX Zeist
The Netherlands

Email: [email protected]