Last updated: March 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, which cookies TheSportOfBowling.com uses, and how you can control them. By using our site, you agree to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember your preferences and actions over time, and they help us understand how visitors interact with our content. Cookies cannot run programs or deliver viruses — they are simple text data.
| Cookie / Provider | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent TheSportOfBowling.com |
Essential | Stores your cookie preference (accept/reject) so we don't ask you again | 1 year (localStorage) |
| _ga, _gid, _ga_* Google Analytics |
Analytics | Tracks page views, sessions, and traffic sources so we can understand how the site is used. Only loaded with your consent. | Up to 2 years |
| session-id, ubid-main, x-main Amazon Associates |
Marketing | Set by Amazon when you click an affiliate link. Tracks whether a qualifying purchase is made so we can receive a commission. | Session / 30 days |
Essential cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function. They cannot be disabled. Our only essential cookie is cookie_consent, which stores your cookie preference in your browser's localStorage so we don't show you the consent banner on every page.
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site — which pages are popular, how long people stay, and where traffic comes from. This data is aggregated and anonymized; it does not personally identify you. Analytics cookies are only loaded if you click "Accept All" on our cookie banner.
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking at any time at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
When you click a product link to Amazon.com on our site, Amazon may set cookies on your device to track whether you make a qualifying purchase. This is how the Amazon Associates affiliate program works — we earn a small commission if you buy something, at no extra cost to you. These cookies are set by Amazon's domain, not ours, and are governed by Amazon's Privacy Notice.
Amazon affiliate tracking is technically triggered by clicking a link (not by our page loading), but we disclose it here for full transparency.
We embed images from Unsplash (unsplash.com). Unsplash may set cookies or collect referral data when images load. We do not control these cookies. See Unsplash's privacy policy for details.
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the panel below. You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
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We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance.
For cookie-related questions, contact us at: contact@thesportofbowling.com