Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2025
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how TheSpursWatch uses them on thespurswatch.com, and how you can control them. Please read this policy alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners. Cookies cannot run programs or deliver viruses to your device.
2. How We Use Cookies
TheSpursWatch uses a small number of cookies to make the site work properly and to remember your preferences. We do not use cookies to track you across other websites or to serve you targeted advertising.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Site to function. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| tsw_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences so we don't ask you again | 12 months |
| tsw_notification_asked | Records whether we have already asked you about push notifications | 12 months |
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
We may use anonymised analytics to understand how visitors use the Site so we can improve it. These cookies do not identify you personally. You can opt out of these when you see the cookie consent banner.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga (Google Analytics) | Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number. Used to calculate visitor, session and campaign data. | 2 years |
| _ga_* (Google Analytics) | Used to persist session state | 2 years |
Third-Party Cookies
Some third-party services we use may set their own cookies:
- Google Fonts โ may set cookies when loading fonts. See Google's Privacy Policy.
- Supabase โ powers Spursboxd accounts and may set cookies related to keeping you signed in. See Supabase's Privacy Policy.
4. How to Control Cookies
When you first visit the Site, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept or decline optional cookies at that point.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies (note: this may affect the Site's functionality)
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Find out how to manage cookies in your browser:
5. Push Notifications
We may ask if you would like to receive push notifications about new articles and breaking Spurs news. This is entirely optional. If you agree, your browser stores a notification token locally. You can withdraw consent at any time in your browser or device notification settings.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
7. Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us via X at @thespurswatch.