Cookie Policy
Last updated: June 5, 2025
FOREX-TRADING.ME (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website (“Site”) to enhance user experience, analyze site performance, and deliver relevant content. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and what choices you have regarding their use. By continuing to use FOREX-TRADING.ME, you consent to our use of cookies as described below. If you do not agree, please adjust your browser settings or discontinue use of the Site.
1. What Are Cookies and Tracking Technologies?
- Cookies: Small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) by a website. Cookies allow the site to recognize your browser or device, remember preferences, and track your online behavior.
- Web Beacons (Pixel Tags): Small graphic images embedded in web pages or emails that track user activity. They work in conjunction with cookies to collect information.
- Local Storage & Session Storage: Technologies built into your browser that store data locally on your device, such as preferences or temporary session data.
- Third-Party Cookies: Cookies set by domains other than FOREX-TRADING.ME (e.g., advertising or analytics partners). These cookies collect information about your browsing habits across multiple websites.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on FOREX-TRADING.ME:
- Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies
- Purpose: Required for the basic functionality of our Site. They enable you to navigate, access secure areas, and use core features (e.g., keeping you logged in during a session).
- Examples:
- Session cookies that maintain your login status.
- Security cookies that detect malicious activity.
- Performance and Analytics Cookies
- Purpose: Collect aggregated, anonymous information about how visitors use the Site (e.g., pages visited, time spent, error messages) to help us monitor performance, diagnose issues, and improve content.
- Examples:
- Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat) to measure page views and user behavior.
- Matomo or similar analytics platforms.
- Functional Cookies
- Purpose: Remember your preferences and choices (e.g., language, region, font size) to provide a more personalized experience.
- Examples:
- Language selection cookie.
- Remembering form inputs or display settings.
- Advertising and Targeting Cookies
- Purpose: Deliver advertisements relevant to you and your interests, limit the number of times you see the same ad, and measure campaign effectiveness. These may be set by advertising networks on our behalf.
- Examples:
- Google Ads (IDE, ANID) for remarketing and ad performance.
- Facebook Pixel for tracking conversions and audience retargeting.
- Social Media Cookies
- Purpose: Enable you to share content from our Site on social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn) and track how visitors engage with embedded content.
- Examples:
- Facebook “Like” button cookie.
- Twitter “Tweet” button cookie.
3. How We Use Cookies
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Site Functionality:
Essential cookies allow you to navigate the Site and use its features. Without them, certain services (e.g., logging in, account management) would not function properly.
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Performance Monitoring:
Analytics cookies help us understand visitor behavior (e.g., which pages are most visited, how users arrive at our Site) so we can diagnose issues and optimize performance.
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Personalization:
Functional cookies store your preferences so that we can tailor the Site experience (e.g., remember your language or region choice).
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Advertising & Marketing:
Advertising cookies enable us and our partners to display ads that align with your interests and gauge the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
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Social Media Integration:
Social media cookies facilitate the operation of embedded widgets (e.g., share buttons) and allow social networks to recognize that you have visited our Site.
4. Managing and Disabling Cookies
4.1 Browser Controls
Most web browsers provide controls to manage or delete cookies. You can usually find these settings under “Preferences,” “Settings,” or “Options” in your browser menu. Below are links to instructions for popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies and site data
- Safari (macOS): Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Safari (iOS): Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies
- Android Chrome: Settings → Site settings → Cookies
Disabling cookies may impact the functionality of the Site. For example, you may no longer stay logged in, see localized content, or have an optimized experience.
4.2 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit FOREX-TRADING.ME, you will see a cookie banner or pop-up that explains how we use cookies. You can:
- Accept All Cookies: Consent to all categories (including advertising cookies).
- Reject Non-Essential Cookies: Allow only essential cookies.
- Customize Preferences: Select specific cookie categories to accept or reject.
You can revisit your choices at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer or by clearing your browser cookies.
4.3 Opting Out of Targeted Advertising
- Google Ads Preferences: Visit Google’s Ad Settings page (https://adssettings.google.com) to opt out of personalized ads.
- Facebook Ad Preferences: Go to Facebook’s Ad Preferences page (https://www.facebook.com/ads/preferences) to manage ad settings.
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): Visit (https://optout.networkadvertising.org) to opt out of targeted advertising from member companies.
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): Visit (http://optout.aboutads.info) to opt out of many third-party advertising cookies.
Please note that opting out of targeted advertising does not mean you will no longer see ads; it means the ads you see will not be based on your interests.
5. Third-Party Cookies and Services
5.1 Analytics Providers
We use third-party analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics) to track and report usage statistics. These services set cookies on your device to collect information such as pages visited, time spent on the Site, and referral sources. This data is aggregated and anonymized; we do not receive personally identifiable information from these cookies.
- Google Analytics:
- Data Collected: Page views, bounce rate, session duration, device/OS, geographic location (in aggregated form).
- Purpose: Help us understand user behavior and improve Site performance.
- Google’s Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
5.2 Advertising Networks
We partner with advertising networks to display ads on FOREX-TRADING.ME. These networks may place cookies or use similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities, which helps them serve targeted ads.
- Google Ads (AdSense/AdWords): Uses cookies to measure ad impressions, clicks, and conversions. For more information, visit: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads
- Facebook Pixel: Tracks conversions and builds custom audiences for ad targeting. For more information, visit: https://www.facebook.com/business/help/742478679120153
5.3 Social Media Widgets
Our Site may include social sharing buttons or embedded content from third-party social networks. These elements may set cookies to track your interaction with that content.
- Facebook Like/Share Button
- Twitter Tweet Button
- LinkedIn Share Plugin
Each social network has its own privacy policy governing how they use cookies. We encourage you to review those policies before interacting with social media features.
6. Consent and Children’s Privacy
- By using our Site, you consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies in accordance with this Cookie Policy.
- We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 18. If you are under 18, please do not use or submit any information on the Site. If we become aware that we have collected personally identifiable information from a child under 18, we will delete such information immediately.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or technology. When updates are made:
- We will revise the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.
- We may display a banner or notice on the homepage informing you of significant changes.
- Continued use of the Site after such changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Policy.
We recommend that you review this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and tracking technologies.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at hello@forex-trading.me
We strive to address all inquiries promptly and ensure clarity about our cookie practices. Thank you for visiting FOREX-TRADING.ME. We appreciate your trust and are committed to protecting your privacy and providing a transparent experience.
