Cookies Policy: OSS America
Last Updated: February 23, 2026
At OSS America, we believe in being as transparent as a mountain stream. This policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience while you’re scouting for the best outdoor gear.
1. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. Think of them like breadcrumbs on a trail—they help us remember where you’ve been so we can make your next visit smoother and more personalized.
2. How We Use Cookies
As an Outdoor Sports Store (Referral Hub), we use cookies for a few specific reasons:
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Affiliate Tracking (The Important Stuff): When you click a link to a piece of gear, a cookie is placed on your browser. This tells our partners (like REI, Amazon, or Patagonia) that you came from OSS America. This is how we earn a commission at no extra cost to you, which keeps our site running!
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Performance & Analytics: We use cookies to see which hiking boots or tents people are looking at most. This helps us curate better gear recommendations.
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Preferences: These cookies remember that you prefer “Metric” over “Imperial” units or that you’ve already dismissed our newsletter pop-up.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose |
| Essential | Required for the site to function and load properly. |
| Affiliate/Referral | Tracks your click to a partner store so we receive credit for the referral. |
| Analytics | Helps us understand how many “hikers” are visiting our site and which pages they enjoy. |
| Marketing | Used to show you relevant outdoor gear ads on other platforms (like Instagram or Google). |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Because we are a referral store, when you click a link to a partner site, that site will have its own cookies. OSS America does not control these third-party cookies once you leave our “base camp.” We recommend checking the cookie policies of the stores you visit via our links.
5. Managing Your “Breadcrumbs”
You have the right to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept them, but you can usually modify your settings to decline them.
Note: If you disable cookies, our affiliate links may not work correctly, and we might not receive credit for your support. Also, some features of our site might feel a bit “clunky,” like a backpack with uneven straps.
6. Changes to This Policy
Just like the weather in the Rockies, things can change. We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or data laws.