Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how ForgeReel ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our AI video generation platform. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies allow websites to recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions. This helps us provide you with a better experience when you browse our website and allows certain features to function properly.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as they are essential for the service to work.

Examples:

  • Authentication cookies to keep you logged in
  • Security cookies to prevent fraud
  • Load balancing cookies for performance

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They remember your preferences and choices to provide a more personalized experience.

Examples:

  • Language preferences
  • Theme settings (dark/light mode)
  • Video playback preferences

2.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services.

Examples:

  • Google Analytics cookies
  • Page view tracking
  • User behavior analysis

2.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Examples:

  • Advertising network cookies
  • Social media tracking pixels
  • Conversion tracking cookies

3. Specific Cookies We Use

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
session_id Maintains your login session Session Essential
csrf_token Security token for form submissions Session Essential
theme_preference Stores your theme preference 1 year Functional
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes users 2 years Analytics
_gid Google Analytics - distinguishes users 24 hours Analytics
_gat Google Analytics - throttles request rate 1 minute Analytics

4. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and provide enhanced functionality. These include:

  • Google Analytics: Helps us understand how visitors use our website
  • Payment Processors: Cookies from Stripe, PayPal, or other payment providers for secure transactions
  • Social Media Platforms: Cookies from social media platforms when you share content or use social login
  • AI Service Providers: Cookies from third-party AI services we integrate with

These third-party cookies are subject to the respective privacy policies of these third parties. We do not control these cookies.

5. How to Manage Cookies

You have the right to accept or reject cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer.

5.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Here are links to instructions for popular browsers:

5.2 Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize your cookie preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in the footer of our website.

5.3 Opt-Out Tools

You can also opt out of certain third-party cookies:

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:

  • You may not be able to stay logged in
  • Your preferences may not be saved
  • Some features may be unavailable
  • Your experience may be less personalized

Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function.

7. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. As a result, we do not currently respond to DNT browser signals or mechanisms.

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on this page
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date
  • Sending an email notification for significant changes

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

ForgeReel Privacy Team

Email: privacy@forgereel.com

Support: support@forgereel.com