Learn how we use cookies and other tracking technologies on our website to improve user experience.
Last Updated: November 15, 2023
The MyForge Labs website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and provide personalized content and advertisements. By using the site, you agree to the use of cookies as described in the policy below.
A cookie is a small text file sent by a web server to the user's device (whether it's a computer, mobile phone, or tablet) that stores information about the user's browsing habits. When the user revisits the website, the browser sends the cookie back to the server, allowing it to recognize the user and remember certain settings or preferences.
Cookies are stored in the browser and can contain various types of information, such as:
Cookies can serve many different purposes, from ensuring the website functions correctly and improving user experience to traffic analysis and targeted advertising.
We use the following types of cookies on our website:
These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the website. They enable basic functions such as logging into secure areas or maintaining the contents of a shopping cart. These cookies do not collect information that could be used for marketing purposes.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | User session identification | Session (until browser closes) |
| csrf_token | Protection against cross-site request forgery | Session (until browser closes) |
| auth_cookie | Maintaining login status | 30 days |
These cookies allow the website to remember your chosen settings and preferences (e.g., language, region, font size), thereby offering better and more personalized features.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|
| language_pref | Storing user-selected language preference | 1 year |
| ui_settings | Storing user interface settings | 6 months |
| recently_viewed | Tracking recently viewed services | 30 days |
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our site. They help us understand which pages are most popular, which links users click on, and how much time they spend on each page. This information helps us improve the website and optimize the user experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics cookie to distinguish visitors | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics cookie to distinguish visitors | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics cookie to throttle request rate | 1 minute |
These cookies track users' website visits across different websites. Their purpose is to display relevant advertisements tailored to the user's interests. They also help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel cookie for tracking conversions | 3 months |
| ads_prefs | Storing advertising preferences | 1 year |
| _gcl_au | Google AdSense cookie for measuring ad effectiveness | 3 months |
You can change your browser settings at any time to refuse all or some cookies, or to be notified when a new cookie is sent to your device. Please note that if you disable or refuse cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.
Below you can find how to manage cookies in the most popular browsers:
If you previously accepted the use of cookies but later wish to change this decision, you can do the following:
// Disable Google Analytics (opt-out) with JavaScript code (Replace XXXXX-Y with your ID):
window['ga-disable-UA-XXXXX-Y'] = true;
Please note that disabling necessary cookies may limit the website's functionality, or certain features may not work at all.
We also use third-party cookies on our website to provide various services. These are cookies placed not by us, but by our partners on our website. The operation of such cookies is governed by the third party, and their own privacy policies apply.
We use the following third-party services on our website:
The privacy practices of third parties are not covered by this Cookie Policy. We recommend that you review the privacy policies of the relevant third parties:
The lifespan of cookies can vary depending on their type and purpose. They generally fall into two main categories:
These are temporary cookies that remain on your computer only until you close your browser. They are mainly necessary for the proper functioning of the website during a single visit.
These cookies remain on the user's device even after the browser is closed, until they expire or the user deletes them. The lifespan of persistent cookies varies, ranging from a few days to several years.
You can find the exact storage duration for individual cookies in the tables above in the "Lifespan" column. On our website, we strive to limit the lifespan of cookies to the necessary minimum, ensuring user experience and compliance with data protection regulations.
This Cookie Policy supplements the MyForge Labs Privacy Policy. We recommend reading the Privacy Policy as well to get a complete picture of how we collect, use, and protect your data.
Under the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we can only use non-essential cookies (e.g., for marketing or analytical purposes) with your explicit consent. Therefore, upon your first visit to our website, we ask for your consent via a cookie consent banner. You can modify or withdraw your consent at any time through the cookie settings panel or your browser settings.
For further information regarding the processing of data collected by cookies, as well as your rights and how to exercise them, please read our Privacy Policy.
We reserve the right to update or modify this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in website practices, legal requirements, or for other reasons. The updated Cookie Policy will be published on our website, along with the modification date.
We recommend that you regularly review this policy to stay informed about our use of cookies. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the changes to the Cookie Policy.
If you would like to view previous versions of this Cookie Policy, please contact us using the details below.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
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