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This Cookie Policy explains how ForexTests.com (“ForexTests,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
By clicking “Accept” on our cookie banner or continuing to use the site after being presented with choices, you consent to the use of non-essential cookies as described here. You can withdraw consent anytime via Settings → Cookies (or your browser settings).
1) What are cookies & similar technologies?
- Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser.
- Local storage & session storage are browser storage technologies used for similar purposes.
- Pixels/SDKs may measure usage or deliver features.
We use these to run the site, keep you signed in, secure the service, measure performance, and improve content. We do not collect payment data (our tests are free).
2) Types of cookies we use
a) Strictly necessary (essential)
Required for core functionality: sign-in, security, load balancing, and your cookie preferences. These cannot be switched off.
b) Performance & analytics (consent-based)
Help us understand how the site is used (e.g., pages visited, time on page) so we can improve questions and features. Data is aggregated where possible.
c) Functionality (consent-based)
Remember preferences such as language, saved progress prompts, or UI choices.
d) Security & anti-abuse (essential)
Detect and prevent malicious activity (rate-limits, bot detection).
3) Cookies we may set (examples)
Name (example) Purpose Category Duration
forextests_session Keep you signed in Strictly necessary Session
csrf_token Protect forms from abuse Strictly necessary Session
cookie_consent Store your cookie choices Strictly necessary 6–12 months
ft_pref_lang Remember language/UI prefs Functionality 6 months
analyticsid Anonymous usage measurement Performance 13 months (max)
__cf_bm (example) Bot/abuse mitigation (CDN) Security 30 minutes
Actual cookie names/providers may vary by release. We’ll keep this table reasonably up to date.
If we use a third-party analytics provider (e.g., [Provider Name]), they act as our processor and set their own identifiers solely to provide analytics to us
4) How we use cookie data
- Operate and secure the site (authenticate sessions, prevent fraud).
- Remember your settings and test experience.
- Measure performance and improve content (e.g., question difficulty, navigation).
We do not sell your personal information or use cross-context behavioral advertising.
5) Your choices
Manage preferences
- Use Settings → Cookies on our site to accept/reject non-essential cookies.
- Use the “Unsubscribe” link in any email to control non-essential communications (separate from cookies).
Browser controls
You can block or delete cookies via your browser. Steps vary by browser; blocking essential cookies may break site features.
Global Privacy Control (GPC) & Do Not Track
If your browser sends a GPC signal, we treat it as an opt-out of sale/share for cross-context ads (which we don’t do). Traditional DNT signals aren’t standardized; we honor applicable legal requirements.
6) Legal bases
- Essential cookies: our legitimate interests in delivering a secure, functioning service.
- Non-essential cookies (analytics/functionality): your consent. You may withdraw consent at any time via Settings → Cookies.
7) Retention
- Session cookies expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies last for a defined period (see table above) or until you delete them.
- Analytics data may be aggregated and retained for trend analysis within legally permitted periods.
8) Updates to this Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technologies, providers, or law. Material changes will appear here with a new Effective date and, where required, additional notice.
9) Contact us
Questions about cookies or your choices?
Email: [info@forextests.com]