Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Foreman ("we," "our," "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and platform. By using Foreman, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, remember preferences, and provide analytics.

3. How We Use Cookies

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Service to function. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

Examples: Session authentication tokens, CSRF protection tokens, Necessary form validation

3.2 Performance/Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Service by collecting aggregated, anonymized information. This helps us improve functionality and user experience.

Examples: Google Analytics (anonymized IP), Error tracking (Sentry), Performance monitoring

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the Service to remember choices you make (such as language preferences, region settings) and provide enhanced, personalized features.

Examples: Language selection, Theme preferences (light/dark mode), Recently viewed items

3.4 Advertising/Targeting Cookies

We do not use advertising cookies on our core platform. Any marketing site may use limited targeting for relevant content, but not for third-party advertising.

Examples: LinkedIn Insight Tag (for marketing analytics), Facebook Pixel (if used for marketing campaigns)

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf. These include:

• Analytics Providers: Google Analytics, Mixpanel (if used)
• Payment Providers: Stripe, PayPal
• Support Tools: Intercom, Zendesk
• Marketing Tools: HubSpot, Marketo

These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices.

5. Cookie Consent Management

5.1 Consent Mechanism

We provide a fully accessible cookie consent banner that allows you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize cookie categories with toggle switches
• Withdraw consent at any time via "Cookie Settings" link in footer
• Access detailed explanations for each cookie category

5.2 Default Settings

By default, strictly necessary cookies are always enabled. Other categories require your explicit consent.

5.3 Managing Cookies

You can manage cookie preferences through:

• Our cookie consent banner with accessible modal interface
• "Cookie Settings" link in website footer to reopen preferences
• Browser settings (instructions below)
• Third-party opt-out tools

Consent preferences are stored in your browser's localStorage with a 1-year expiry. You can clear these at any time by clearing site data in your browser settings.

6. Browser Controls

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and data stored

Note: Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Service.

7. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

Our Service does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals from browsers. However, we respect cookie consent preferences as described above.

8. Data Retention

Cookie durations vary by type:

• Session Cookies: Expire when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain for set periods (typically 30 days to 1 year)

We review and update cookie durations annually.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes via email or in-app notice. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

10. Contact Us

For questions about this Cookie Policy or our cookie practices, contact us at:

Foreman Data Protection Officer
privacy@foreman.company