Cookies Policy
Last updated: 1 January 2024
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or until they expire) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser).
2. How We Use Cookies
Sequoia Forge uses cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website would not function correctly without them.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookieConsent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 1 year |
2.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences and choices.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| formData | Temporarily stores form data for convenience | Session |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. The third parties include:
- Google Analytics: Web analytics service that tracks and reports website traffic. Google Privacy Policy
4. Managing Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies:
4.1 Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your preference will be stored and remembered for future visits.
4.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these options in the "Privacy" or "Security" section of your browser settings. Common browsers:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies
4.3 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
5. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function as intended. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for basic website functionality.
6. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we may use local storage (a web browser feature) to store your cookie consent preference. Local storage is similar to cookies but allows for larger amounts of data to be stored and persists until manually cleared.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The date at the top of this page indicates when this policy was last revised.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Sequoia Forge Pty Ltd
142 Crown Street
Surry Hills NSW 2010
Email: [email protected]