Cookie Policy
We use a small number of cookies to make the site work, remember your preferences, and understand which content is most useful. This page lists every cookie category, its purpose, and how to manage or opt out. Last updated: May 2026.
Section 1
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Provider: VBE Performance. Duration: Session. Purpose: Remember your current page, goal selections, and display preferences (e.g. dark mode). The site does not function without these. They activate automatically and cannot be turned off.
Section 2
Analytics Cookies
Provider: Google Analytics (or equivalent). Duration: Up to 2 years. Purpose: Understand which articles and tools are used most, in aggregate. No personally identifiable information is stored. Google Analytics may collect your IP address, which is anonymised before storage. You can opt out at any time using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on or your browser's Do Not Track setting.
Section 3
Affiliate Tracking Cookies (Amazon)
Provider: Amazon Associates. Duration: 24 hours standard; up to 90 days if an item is added to a shopping cart. Purpose: When you click an Amazon affiliate link on this site, Amazon sets a tracking cookie on your browser. This cookie identifies you to Amazon as having come from VBE Performance so we can receive a commission on qualifying purchases. Your purchase price is not affected. These cookies do not collect personal data on VBE Performance's behalf.
Section 4
No Advertising Cookies
We do not run third-party advertising on VBE Performance. There are no behavioural-targeting or advertising cookies on this site.
Section 5
Cookie Summary Table
| Category | Provider | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Necessary | VBE Performance | Session | Site preferences & navigation. |
| Analytics | Google Analytics | 2 years | Tracks which articles and tools are most popular. |
| Affiliate | Amazon Associates | 24 hrs / 90 days (cart) | Tracks qualifying purchases to support the site. |
Section 6
How to Manage or Clear Cookies
Chrome: Settings › Privacy and security › Clear browsing data. Safari: Preferences › Privacy › Manage Website Data. Firefox: Settings › Privacy & Security › Cookies and Site Data. You can also install a browser extension to block non-essential cookies. Blocking affiliate cookies does not affect your access to any content on VBE Performance.
These pages reflect our current policies as of May 2026. We recommend reviewing with a qualified legal professional for your jurisdiction, particularly regarding GDPR and CCPA compliance.