Cookie Policy

Last updated: 13 May 2026  |  Effective date: 1 January 2024

This Cookie Policy explains how HyperForges Pty Ltd (ABN 47 123 456 789) ("HyperForges", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on hyperforges.pro. It 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 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 hyperforges.pro) or "third-party cookies" (set by a domain other than hyperforges.pro).

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies on hyperforges.pro for the following purposes:

2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as security, session management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function without them.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
hf_cookies_accepted Stores your cookie consent preference 1 year First-party
hf_session Maintains your session state Session First-party
hf_csrf Cross-site request forgery protection Session First-party

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or region) and provide enhanced, more personal features. The information these cookies collect may be anonymised.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
hf_prefs Stores user interface preferences (e.g., theme) 6 months First-party
hf_region Remembers your selected region (Australia) 1 year First-party

2.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this data to improve the performance and content of hyperforges.pro.

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics Distinguishes unique users for traffic analysis 2 years
_ga_* Google Analytics Maintains session state for Google Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Distinguishes users within a 24-hour window 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Throttles request rate to Google Analytics 1 minute

2.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

We may use advertising cookies to deliver relevant advertisements to you on hyperforges.pro and on third-party websites. These cookies track your browsing activity across websites and are used to build a profile of your interests. We only use these cookies where you have given your consent.

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Duration
_fbp Meta (Facebook) Identifies browsers for advertising measurement 3 months
IDE Google DoubleClick Used for targeted advertising 1 year

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some pages on hyperforges.pro may contain content from third-party services such as embedded video players, social media widgets, or interactive maps. These third parties may set their own cookies when you interact with their content. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy policies of the relevant third parties:

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit hyperforges.pro, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser's local storage (the key is hf_cookies_accepted) and refreshing the page.

4.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options", "Preferences", or "Settings" menu of your browser. The following links provide guidance for common browsers:

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of hyperforges.pro and other websites you visit.

4.2 Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. For advertising cookies, you can manage your preferences through the Your Online Choices platform (Australia).

5. Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. As there is no universally accepted standard for responding to DNT signals, hyperforges.pro does not currently alter its data collection practices in response to DNT signals.

6. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies or applicable law. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

For general enquiries, please use our Contact page.