What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and in some cases serve relevant content or advertising.
How we use cookies
XCOMTB.COM uses a minimal set of cookies. We do not use advertising cookies or build profiles for ad targeting. Below is a summary of the cookies we use.
| Cookie | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
__vercel | Essential | Vercel hosting infrastructure — required for the site to function | Session |
_ga, _ga_* | Analytics | Google Analytics — tracks page views and usage patterns (if enabled) | 2 years |
affiliate_ref | Functional | Remembers affiliate referral codes for partner retailers | 30 days |
cookie_consent | Functional | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
Essential cookies
Essential cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take such as requesting a page or logging into an account. You can set your browser to block these cookies but parts of the site may not work as a result.
Analytics cookies
We may use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site — for example, which pages are most popular and where visitors come from. This data is aggregated and anonymous. No personally identifiable information is collected. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
Affiliate cookies
When you click an affiliate link to a third-party retailer, that retailer may set their own cookies on your device to track your visit for commission purposes. These cookies are governed by the retailer's own privacy and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing the cookie policies of Wiggle, Chain Reaction Cycles and Merlin Cycles before making a purchase.
Third-party cookies
Embedded YouTube videos on this site will set cookies from Google/YouTube when you play them. These are subject to Google's privacy policy. We only embed videos where relevant to our content.
Managing cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. The links below explain how to manage cookies in common browsers:
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of this and other websites you visit.
Your rights under UK GDPR
Under UK GDPR you have the right to access, rectify or erase personal data we hold about you, and to restrict or object to processing. As we collect minimal personal data (email addresses for newsletters only), most of these rights are exercised through your newsletter provider. To unsubscribe from our newsletter or request data deletion, contact us at hello@xcomtb.com.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The date at the top of this page indicates when it was last revised. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of any changes.
Contact
If you have any questions about our use of cookies please contact us at hello@xcomtb.com.