How VectorCombat uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on vectorcombat.xyz.
This Cookie Policy explains how VectorCombat ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit vectorcombat.xyz. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides broader information about how we handle your personal data.
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website owners about how their site is being used.
Cookies can be "session cookies" (which expire when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them).
VectorCombat uses cookies for the following purposes:
These cookies are essential for the website to function correctly. They cannot be disabled. They include:
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences across sessions. If you disable these cookies, some features of the website may not function as intended.
We use analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with vectorcombat.xyz — for example, which game reviews are most popular, how long visitors spend on tournament pages, and which devices are most commonly used. This data is collected in aggregated, anonymised form and helps us improve our content and user experience.
These cookies remember choices you make on the website, such as your preferred content category (e.g., FPS, RPG, Strategy) or newsletter subscription status, so you don't need to re-enter this information on subsequent visits.
The following table lists the specific cookies used on vectorcombat.xyz:
| Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | First/Third Party |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| vc_cookies | Strictly Necessary | Stores cookie consent preference | 12 months | First Party |
| _ga | Analytics | Distinguishes unique users for analytics | 2 years | Third Party (Google) |
| _gid | Analytics | Distinguishes users for session tracking | 24 hours | Third Party (Google) |
| vc_pref | Preference | Stores content category preference | 6 months | First Party |
When you first visit vectorcombat.xyz, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser's localStorage and cookies and revisiting the site.
You can also manage cookies directly through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of vectorcombat.xyz and your ability to use certain features, such as saving your content preferences.
For guidance on managing cookies in popular browsers:
Some cookies on vectorcombat.xyz are set by third-party services. We use analytics services to understand site usage. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, and we encourage you to review them. We do not control the cookies set by third parties.
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. VectorCombat currently does not respond to DNT signals, as there is no consistent industry standard for how to interpret them. We will update this policy if a standard is adopted.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies or applicable law. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: