Cookie Policy
Table of Contents
- What Are Cookies?
- How MakerTouch Uses Cookies
- Types of Cookies We Use
- Third-Party Cookies
- Managing and Disabling Cookies
- Cookie Consent
- Changes to This Policy
- Contact Us
1What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device, remember your preferences, and collect information about how you use the site. Similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and local storage may also be used by third-party services integrated into our Platform.
2How MakerTouch Uses Cookies
- To keep you logged in to your account across browser sessions
- To remember your preferences and settings
- To ensure the Platform functions correctly and securely
- To understand how users interact with the Platform (analytics)
- To display relevant advertisements (advertising)
- To enable Social Login functionality (Google, Facebook)
3Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies Essential
These cookies are strictly necessary for the Platform to function. Without them, you cannot log in, navigate, or use core features.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookie | Keeps you logged in during your visit | Session |
| Authentication Token | Remembers your login between visits | 30 days |
| CSRF Token | Protects against cross-site request forgery | Session |
3.2 Analytics Cookies Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with MakerTouch. These cookies collect anonymized, aggregated data about page views, session duration, and navigation paths.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Stores session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes users, refreshed daily | 24 hours |
| _gat | Throttles Google Analytics request rate | 1 minute |
Opt out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
3.3 Advertising Cookies Advertising
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. These cookies help serve relevant ads based on your browsing behavior.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IDE | Google AdSense ad targeting and measurement | 13 months |
| DSID | Identifies signed-in users for ad targeting | 2 weeks |
| test_cookie | Checks browser cookie support | Session |
| __gads | Associates ad clicks with publisher site visits | 13 months |
Manage ad preferences: Google Ad Settings
3.4 Social Login Cookies Authentication
When you use Google or Facebook to log in, those platforms may set their own cookies to authenticate your identity. These are governed by Google's and Facebook's own cookie policies.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Google Auth Cookie | Authenticates your Google account for login | Session / Persistent |
| Facebook Auth Cookie | Authenticates your Facebook account for login | Session / Persistent |
4Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third parties rather than by MakerTouch directly. We do not control these cookies:
5Managing and Disabling Cookies
Browser Settings
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Opt-Out Tools
- Google Analytics Opt-Out
- Google Ad Settings
- Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out
- Your Online Choices (EU)
6Cookie Consent
Where required by applicable law — including the EU ePrivacy Directive and GDPR — we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device. You may withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or using the opt-out tools described above.
By continuing to use MakerTouch without adjusting your cookie settings, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Policy.
7Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for legal or regulatory reasons. The version number and effective date at the top of this document will be updated accordingly.