Cookie Policy
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your experience.
How XpertXbox Uses Cookies
Always Active 1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
Purpose: Essential site functionality
These cookies cannot be disabled
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
session_id | Maintain your session | Session |
cookie_consent | Remember your cookie preferences | 1 year |
security_token | Prevent CSRF attacks | Session |
Optional 2. Performance Cookies
Purpose: Analyze site performance
Provider: Google Analytics
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_ga | Distinguish users | 2 years |
_gid | Distinguish users | 24 hours |
_gat | Throttle request rate | 1 minute |
Data Collected:
- Pages visited
- Time on site
- Device type
- Geographic location (city-level)
- Referral source
Optional 3. Advertising/Affiliate Cookies
Purpose: Track affiliate commissions
Providers: Amazon Associates, AliExpress
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
amazon_assoc | Track Amazon referrals | 24 hours | Amazon |
aliexpress_aff | Track AliExpress sales | 30 days | AliExpress |
Data Collected:
- Clicked affiliate links
- Products viewed
- Purchase behavior
- Conversion tracking
Optional 4. Functional Cookies
Purpose: Enhanced features
Providers: YouTube, Twitter, Facebook
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
youtube_session | Embedded video preferences | Session |
twitter_widget | Social sharing features | 1 year |
fb_pixel | Social sharing tracking | 1 year |
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Controls
All modern browsers allow cookie management:
Browser Settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
Our Cookie Consent Tool
Click Cookie Settings to:
- Accept or reject specific cookie categories
- Update preferences anytime
- View detailed cookie information
Third-Party Opt-Outs
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-Out
- Amazon Advertising: Amazon Advertising Preferences
- NAI Opt-Out: Network Advertising Initiative
Impact of Blocking Cookies
Disabling cookies may affect:
Basic browsing works
Settings reset each visit
Analytics disabled
No commission tracking
Limited functionality
We respect your choices but may limit certain features based on your cookie preferences.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers send “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals. We honor DNT signals by:
- Disabling non-essential cookies automatically
- Not tracking behavior for advertising
- Respecting privacy preferences
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:
- New cookies introduced
- Changed third-party services
- Regulatory requirement updates
Check this page periodically or review the “Last Updated” date above for changes.
Questions?
Contact our Privacy Team: cookies@xpertxbox.com