Last updated: 13 May 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how MatrixForges ("we", "us", or "our"), operated at matrixforges.info, uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website owners about how their site is being used.
Cookies can be "session cookies" (which expire when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them). They can also be "first-party cookies" (set by matrixforges.info) or "third-party cookies" (set by a domain other than matrixforges.info).
The following table describes the cookies used on matrixforges.info:
| Cookie Name | Type | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
mf_cookies_accepted |
Essential | 1 year | Stores your cookie consent preference so we do not show the banner on every visit. |
_ga |
Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics — used to distinguish unique users and track site usage statistics. |
_ga_* |
Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics — used to persist session state across page requests. |
_gid |
Analytics | 24 hours | Google Analytics — used to distinguish users within a 24-hour period. |
_gat |
Analytics | 1 minute | Google Analytics — used to throttle request rate to limit data collection on high-traffic sites. |
These cookies are essential for the website to function correctly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function properly without them.
On matrixforges.info, the mf_cookies_accepted cookie falls into this category as it is required to remember your consent choice.
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our website. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous.
We use Google Analytics for this purpose. If you decline analytics cookies, we will not be able to include your visit in our statistics.
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.
MatrixForges does not currently use targeting or advertising cookies. We do not serve personalised advertisements on our website.
You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:
When you first visit matrixforges.info, you will see a cookie consent banner at the bottom of the page. You can choose to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser's local storage (see below).
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options", "Settings", or "Preferences" menu of your browser. The following links provide guidance for major browsers:
Please note that restricting cookies may impact the functionality of our website.
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
In addition to cookies, we use the browser's localStorage API to store your cookie consent preference (mf_cookies_accepted). This data is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to our servers. You can clear this data by clearing your browser's site data or local storage.
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. We do not have direct control over these cookies. The third parties we currently use are:
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.
This Cookie Policy applies to the website matrixforges.info and all subdomains thereof. It was last reviewed and updated on 13 May 2026.