Cookie Policy

Last updated: 14 May 2026  |  Domain: tacticalbyte.info

This Cookie Policy explains how TacticalByte ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on tacticalbyte.info. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

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). Cookies can be set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third parties providing services on that website ("third-party cookies").

2. How We Use Cookies on tacticalbyte.info

We use cookies on tacticalbyte.info for the following purposes:

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function properly without them.

• tb_cookies_accepted — Stores your cookie consent preference. Duration: 1 year. Provider: tacticalbyte.info.
• session — Maintains your session state while browsing. Duration: Session. Provider: tacticalbyte.info.

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the website's performance and user experience.

• _ga, _ga_* — Google Analytics cookies used to distinguish users and track page views. Duration: 2 years. Provider: Google LLC.
• _gid — Google Analytics cookie used to distinguish users. Duration: 24 hours. Provider: Google LLC.
• _gat — Used to throttle request rate. Duration: 1 minute. Provider: Google LLC.

Google Analytics data is anonymised before processing. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.

2.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences and settings.

• tb_theme — Stores your display preference. Duration: 1 year. Provider: tacticalbyte.info.
• tb_newsletter_dismissed — Remembers if you have dismissed the newsletter prompt. Duration: 30 days. Provider: tacticalbyte.info.

2.4 Marketing and Targeting Cookies

We currently do not use marketing or advertising cookies on tacticalbyte.info. If this changes, we will update this policy and seek your consent before placing any such cookies.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some pages on our website may include content from third-party services (such as embedded videos or social media sharing buttons), which may set their own cookies. We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective third parties' privacy and cookie policies for more information:

• Google Analytics — policies.google.com/privacy
• YouTube (embedded videos) — policies.google.com/privacy

4. Your Cookie Choices

When you first visit tacticalbyte.info, you will be shown a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by:

• Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies through their settings. Below are links to instructions for common browsers:
  • Google Chrome
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Apple Safari
  • Microsoft Edge
• Google Analytics opt-out: You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your user experience.

5. Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but we will review this position as standards develop.

6. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our business practices. We will post any updates on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to check this page periodically.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

• TacticalByte Privacy Officer
• Level 5, 100 Harris Street, Pyrmont NSW 2009, Australia
• Email: [email protected]