Cookie policy

October 31, 2023 version

Cookie Policy

Our Cookie Policy (the “Policy”) applies to all websites (collectively, the “Websites”) associated with DECATHLON CANADA INC. and its related entities, including DECATHLON GROUP* (hereinafter “DECATHLON”), “we”, “us” or “our”). The Policy specifies the types of cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can change your cookie preferences.

*DECATHLON GROUP includes DECATHLON SE and its related entities such as the companies and subsidiaries owned directly or indirectly by DECATHLON GROUP, including DECATHLON CANADA INC.

What are cookies?

A cookie is a small data file containing a unique identification number that identifies the browser on a visitor's mobile device or computer each time the visitor accesses our Websites (but does not necessarily identify the visitor).

Why do we use cookies?

We use cookies for a variety of purposes, including for:

We retain cookies only for as long as is necessary to achieve the relevant purposes set out in the Privacy Policy, including for marketing and statistical purposes.

What types of cookies do we use?

We use the following types of cookies: Strictly necessary cookies, functionality cookies, performance cookies and targeted advertising cookies. Each of these cookie types has its own specific purpose.

Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our Websites and cannot be disabled in our system. Without these cookies, services essential to your experience (such as page-to-page navigation) cannot be provided, so these cookies remain active by default.

Strictly Necessary Cookies Cookie Name | Supplier | Purpose of Cookie SESSxxx | .decathlon.net | 1 day AWSALBCORS | decathlon-canada.mkr3.net | 7 days AWSALB | decathlon-canada.mkr3.net | 7 days

Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow us to improve and customize the functionality of our Websites, by, for example, remembering the choices you make while browsing. These cookies allow you to browse our Websites and make use of your shopping cart without having to constantly re-enter information that you have otherwise already provided. If you do not accept these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.

Functionality Cookies Cookie Name | Supplier | Purpose of Cookie _hjUserAttributesHash | decathlon.ca (Hotjar) | 2 minutes _hjHasCachedUserAttributes | decathlon.ca (Hotjar) | Session

Performance Cookies

These cookies help us determine web traffic sources and the number of visits made to our Websites, in order to measure and optimize their performance. These cookies also help us identify which pages are the most and least popular, and assess how visitors navigate our Websites.

Performance Cookies Cookie Name | Supplier | Purpose of Cookie _ga_xxx | decathlon.com (Google Analytics) | 1 year _hjAbsoluteSessionInProgress | decathlon.ca (Hotjar) | 30 minutes _ga | decathlon.ca (Google Analytics) | 2 years _gid | decathlon.ca (Google Analytics) | 1 day _hjTLDTest | decathlon.ca (Hotjar) | Session _dc_gtm_UA-xxx-xxx | decathlon.ca (Google)

Targeted Advertising Cookies

These cookies can be set on our Websites by our advertising partners. They may be used by these companies to profile your interests and display relevant advertising to you on other websites. These cookies do not store personal information directly; rather, they are based on the unique identification of your browser and Internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, advertising displayed to you will be less relevant.

Targeted Advertising Cookies Cookie Name | Supplier | Purpose of Cookie MUID | bing.com (Microsoft) | 1 year _hjFirstSeen | decathlon.ca (Hotjar) | 29 minutes YSC | youtube.com (Google) | Session sa-user-id | decathlon.ca (StackAdapt) | 1 year VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE | youtube.com (Google) | 6 months _gcl_au | decathlon.ca (Google) | 3 months igodigitalst_xxx | igodigital.com (Salesforce) | 15 minutes _pinterest_ct_ua | ct.pinterest.com (Pinterest) | 1 year CONSENT | google.com (Google) | 2 years _hjSessionUser_xxx | decathlon.ca (Hotjar) | 1 year _pin_unauth | decathlon.ca (Pinterest) | 1 year A3 | yahoo.com (Yahoo) | 1 year _uetsid | decathlon.ca (Microsoft) | 1 day | facebook.com (Facebook) | Session VISITOR_PRIVACY_METADATA | youtube.com (Google) | 6 months _hjIncludedInSessionSample_xxx | decathlon.ca (Hotjar) | A few seconds igodigitaltc2 | igodigital.com (Salesforce) | 10 years igodigitalstdomain | igodigital.com (Salesforce) | 15 minutes _fbp | decathlon.ca (Facebook) | 3 months _uetvid | decathlon.ca (Microsoft) | 1 year IDE | doubleclick.net (Google) | 1 year _ALGOLIA | decathlon.ca (Algolia) | 6 months CONSENT | youtube.com (Google) | 2 years _hjSession_xxx | decathlon.ca (Hotjar) | 29 minutes _ttp | tiktok.com (TikTok) | 1 year sa-user-id-v2 | srv.stackadapt.com (StackAdapt) | 1 year _tt_enable_cookie | decathlon.ca (TikTok) | 1 year IR_gbd | decathlon.ca (Hubspot) | Session

Social Media Cookies

When you use the ‘Share to’ LinkedIn, Facebook, Youtube or Instagram button, or any other available sharing buttons, you will be accessing web pages controlled by these companies. These pages may install cookies (including targeted advertising cookies) and will be subject to the cookie policies of these companies, or those of any other relevant website.

Can I block cookies?

You can block the use of all cookies, except strictly necessary cookies, by selecting the applicable settings in your browser. You can find the procedure for several browsers on the site All About Cookies.

Third-Party Websites

Please note that the Policy does not apply to, nor are we are not responsible for, the privacy practices of third-party websites that may be linked to or accessed from our Websites.

Changes to Policy

We regularly update our practices to strengthen them and to reflect evolving privacy laws, regulations and standards. We will notify you on our Websites of any material changes to this Policy. When such changes are significant, you will receive notice in accordance with applicable laws.

How can you reach us?

You can contact our Privacy Officer in writing at the contact details below:

By email: [email protected]

By post: Office of the Privacy Officer Decathlon Canada Inc. 2151 Lapinière Boulevard Brossard, Quebec J4W 2T5