This Cookie Policy explains how ProForge, Inc. ("ProForge," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at www.getproforge.com (the "Site") and use our services (the "Services").
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners useful information.
Similar technologies include web beacons (also known as pixel tags or clear GIFs), local storage, and scripts that collect information about your browsing behavior.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Site to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, account access, and remembering your preferences. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the Site cannot function without them.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your login session | Session |
| csrf_token | Security - prevents cross-site request forgery | Session |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve how the Site works.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users for analytics | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users for analytics | 24 hours |
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Stores display and UI preferences | 1 year |
| locale | Remembers language preference | 1 year |
2.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They also help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _gcl_au | Google Ads | Conversion tracking | 90 days |
| IDE | Google DoubleClick | Ad targeting and measurement | 1 year |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third parties on our behalf. These third parties may include:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance measurement. Google Privacy Policy
- Google Ads: For conversion tracking and remarketing. Google Ads Policy
- Stripe: For secure payment processing. Stripe Privacy Policy
4. How to Manage Cookies
4.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. The following links provide information on how to manage cookies in common browsers:
4.2 Google Analytics Opt-Out
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
4.3 Advertising Opt-Outs
You can opt out of interest-based advertising by visiting:
4.4 Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Our Site does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals, but you can manage cookies as described above.
5. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our Site may not function properly. For example:
- You may not be able to stay logged in to your account
- Your preferences may not be remembered
- Some interactive features may not work
Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for the Site to function.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. We will post any changes on this page and update the "Last updated" date at the top.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
ProForge, Inc.
123 Construction Way
Phoenix, AZ 85001
Email: privacy@getproforge.com
Phone: (309) 240-9921
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.