Cookie Policy
Understanding how IronWorks uses cookies to enhance your experience on our website
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit our website. These files contain information about your browsing behavior and preferences, which help us provide you with a better and more personalized experience when you use our services.
When you visit our website, we may send one or more cookies – small data files – to your device. We use different types of cookies to ensure our website functions properly, to remember your preferences, and to analyze how our website is used so we can improve it.
Cookies play a crucial role in modern web functionality. They enable websites to remember your login status, maintain your shopping cart items, store your language preferences, and provide personalized content. Without cookies, many websites would not be able to function as we expect them to.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas of the website, and form submissions. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
- Authentication and security cookies
- Session management cookies
- Load balancing and performance cookies
- Security and fraud prevention cookies
Preference Cookies
These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personal features. They can also be used to remember changes you have made to text size, fonts, and other customizable parts of web pages.
- Language and region preferences
- Accessibility and display settings
- Theme and layout preferences
- Cookie consent preferences
Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and if users get error messages. This data helps us improve our website's performance and user experience.
- Google Analytics cookies for website traffic analysis
- Heat mapping and user behavior tracking
- Conversion tracking and goal analysis
- Error reporting and performance monitoring
Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
- Social media integration and sharing cookies
- Targeted advertising and retargeting
- Campaign performance tracking
- Cross-site tracking for personalized content
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We use services provided by third parties to enhance our website functionality and user experience. These third parties may set cookies when you visit our pages and may have their own privacy policies.
Third-Party Services We Use:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve our site and provide better user experiences.
Learn more: Google Privacy Policy
Social Media Platforms
Our website includes social media features and widgets, such as the Facebook "Like" button or Twitter widgets, which may set cookies to function properly.
Content Delivery Networks
We use CDN services to deliver content quickly and efficiently to users around the world. These services may set technical cookies for load balancing and performance optimization.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies on your device. You can control which cookies are stored, delete existing cookies, and set your browser to prevent cookies from being placed on your device in the first place.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can typically find these options in the "Settings" or "Preferences" menu under "Privacy" or "Security."
Popular Browser Cookie Settings:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Cookie Consent Tools
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies for the best experience
- Reject non-essential cookies to use only essential functionality
- Customize your cookie preferences by category
- Manage your consent preferences at any time
Important Considerations
Please note that if you choose to block all cookies, you may not be able to access all or parts of our site, or some functionality may be limited. Disabling certain cookies may result in losing saved preferences, such as language settings or login status.
Cookie Duration and Retention
Different types of cookies have different lifespans depending on their purpose and functionality. Understanding how long cookies are stored helps you make informed decisions about your privacy.
Session Cookies
These temporary cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser. They are essential for website functionality and user experience during your current visit.
Typical Duration: Until you close your browser
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period after you close your browser. They help remember your preferences for future visits and provide a seamless experience.
Typical Duration: 1 month to 2 years (varies by cookie type)
First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set by IronWorks directly when you visit our website. Third-party cookies are set by external services integrated into our site, such as analytics tools or social media platforms.
Duration: Varies by service and purpose
Mobile Device Considerations
If you access our website through mobile devices such as smartphones or tablets, the same cookie principles apply. However, mobile browsers may have different interfaces for managing cookies.
Mobile Browser Settings
- iOS Safari: Settings → Safari → Privacy & Security
- Android Chrome: Settings → Site Settings → Cookies
- Mobile Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security
- Samsung Internet: Settings → Privacy and security
Mobile App Considerations
If we develop mobile applications in the future, they may use different technologies for storing user data and preferences, which will be outlined in separate privacy policies for those applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do cookies contain personal information?
Cookies typically do not contain personal information that identifies you personally. They contain a string of characters that can be used to identify your device but not your personal identity directly. However, if cookies are combined with other data, they may be linked to personal information.
Can cookies spread viruses?
No, cookies are not viruses. They are simple text files that cannot execute code or cause harm to your device. They cannot access other files on your computer or collect personal information from your device.
How often do you update 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 significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "last updated" date.
What happens if I disable all cookies?
If you disable all cookies, some website features may not function properly. This could include being unable to maintain login status, remember preferences, or use certain interactive features. Essential cookies required for basic website functionality cannot be disabled.
Contact Us About Cookies
If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to help you understand our practices and address any concerns you may have.
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Last updated: January 2025