Cookie Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Quick Summary: CompressForge uses minimal cookies essential for service functionality and basic analytics. No advertising or tracking cookies are used.

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help websites remember information about your visit, making your browsing experience more efficient and personalized.

2. How CompressForge Uses Cookies

We use cookies to:

Ensure proper website functionality
Remember your preferences and settings
Analyze website usage for improvements
Maintain security and prevent abuse

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
`session_id`	Maintains user session for file processing	Session only
`csrf_token`	Security protection against attacks	Session only
`compression_prefs`	Remembers compression quality settings	30 days

Analytics Cookies

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
`_analytics_id`	Anonymous usage statistics	2 years
`_page_views`	Track page visits for improvement	1 year

4. Cookies We Don't Use

CompressForge does NOT use:

Advertising cookies
Social media tracking cookies
Cross-site tracking cookies
Behavioral targeting cookies
Third-party marketing cookies

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Essential Cookies

Required for basic functionality

Always Active

Analytics Cookies

Help us improve the service

Optional

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions

6. Third-Party Services

CompressForge may use limited third-party services that set their own cookies:

Service	Purpose	Privacy Policy
Bootstrap CDN	Website styling and functionality	No cookies set
Feather Icons	Website icons	No cookies set

7. Cookie Consent

By using CompressForge, you consent to our use of essential cookies. Analytics cookies are optional and can be disabled through browser settings or by contacting us.

8. Updates to Cookie Policy

We may update this cookie policy to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

9. Contact Information

For questions about our cookie policy or to opt out of analytics cookies:

Email: [email protected]

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Last updated: January 1, 2025