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Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 12, 2026 · Effective immediately
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences and understand how you interact with it. We use cookies responsibly and transparently.
2. Our Approach
PathForge follows a privacy-first approach to cookies:
- We use only essential cookies by default — no tracking without your explicit consent.
- We never use cookies for advertising or cross-site tracking.
- We never sell cookie data to third parties.
- All non-essential cookies require your opt-in consent.
3. Cookie Categories
Essential
RequiredRequired for the platform to function. Cannot be disabled.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your login session | Session |
| csrf_token | Prevents cross-site request forgery | Session |
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
Analytics
OptionalHelp us understand how you use the platform to improve the experience. Data is anonymized.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| analytics_session | Anonymous session tracking | 30 minutes |
| page_views | Tracks pages visited (anonymized) | Session |
Functional
OptionalRemember your preferences and settings for a better experience.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme | Remembers dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
| locale | Remembers language preference | 1 year |
4. Managing Cookies
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Note that blocking essential cookies may prevent the platform from functioning correctly.
Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit PathForge, a cookie consent banner is displayed. You can accept or reject non-essential cookies at any time. Your preference is stored for 12 months using an essential cookie.
5. Third-Party Cookies
We aim to minimize third-party cookies. Currently, we use:
- None for advertising — we do not run ads.
- Privacy-first analytics — our analytics tooling is configured to minimize data collection and anonymize all visitor data.
We will update this list if our use of third-party services changes.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy as our use of cookies evolves. The “Last updated” date will be revised accordingly.
7. Contact
For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at hello@pathforge.eu.
See also: Privacy Policy · Terms of Service