COOKIE POLICY

This Cookie Policy explains how Forged Dream Vault (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

By continuing to use our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you disable them through your browser or our cookie banner.

1. WHAT ARE COOKIES?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information to site owners.

Cookies may be:

• Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)
• Persistent cookies (stored until they expire or are deleted)

2. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

🔹 a. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off.

They are used for:

• Page navigation
• Secure login sessions
• Fraud prevention
• Payment processing

🔹 b. Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.

They collect information such as:

• Pages visited
• Time spent on pages
• Traffic sources

Example tools:

• Google Analytics (or similar)

🔹 c. Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember your preferences.

They may store:

• Language settings
• Region
• User preferences

🔹 d. Marketing & Advertising Cookies

These cookies track your browsing habits to show relevant ads.

They may be used to:

• Deliver personalized ads
• Measure ad performance
• Retarget visitors

Example platforms:

• Facebook Pixel
• Google Ads

3. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

We may allow third-party services to place cookies on your device, including:

• Payment providers (e.g., Stripe, Paystack)
• Analytics providers
• Advertising platforms

These third parties have their own privacy policies.

4. HOW YOU CAN CONTROL COOKIES

You have the right to control and manage cookies.

🔧 Cookie Banner

When you visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to:

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

🌐 Browser Settings

You can also disable cookies via your browser:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy

⚠️ Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

5. LEGAL BASIS (GDPR)

We use cookies based on:

• Consent (for analytics and marketing cookies)
• Legitimate interest (for essential website functionality)

You may withdraw your consent at any time.

6. DATA RETENTION

Cookies are stored for different durations depending on their purpose:

• Session cookies: Deleted when browser closes
• Persistent cookies: Stored for a defined period or until manually deleted

7. DO NOT TRACK SIGNALS

Some browsers send “Do Not Track” signals. Our website may not respond to these signals but you can still manage cookies manually.

8. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.