Cookies at Gearspace

To opt out of non-essential cookies, please use the Privacy Panel. This is always available in the bottom right of the screen.

We use cookies on Gearspace in an effort to improve your browsing experience. Most modern browsers allow you to restrict the usage of cookies - please check your browser's settings.

Using the "Remember Me" feature upon logging in will set several cookies - these are used to remember your visit to the forum to prevent you from having to log in again next time!

Gearspace uses Google Analytics to monitor and analyse traffic. This feature sets several arbitrary cookies that are listed below. Visit Google Analytics Privacy Policy to find out more.

All modern browsers have settings that can allow or disallow cookies from specific sites. Be prepared for the site to act a little whacky (i.e. not remembering settings) if you choose to disable cookies.

List of common cookies we use (non exhaustive list - some names may differ slightly)

• _ga* - Google analytics


• PHPSESSID - Session ID


• bblastactivity - Last activity time


• bblastvisit - Last login time


• bbsessionhash - Session cookie (deleted on browser exit) - Identifies session


• bbstyleid - "Skin" of the forum


• testcookie - Various debugging tasks


• screensize - Resolution of your screen, to optimise display


• timezone - Your timezone.


• vbulletin_collapse - HTML IDs of user-collapsed tables


• vbfb_[random string] - Facebook App / Like Button


• euconsent-v2 - Privacy panel (your consent options)

Our privacy policy is also available to read.

If you have any questions about the cookies above or anything else to do with privacy, please Contact Support.