CelestForge Publishing – Cookie Policy

Last Updated: November 2025

1. Overview

This Cookie Policy explains how CelestForge Publishing (“CelestForge,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit https://celestforgepublishing.com (“Site”).
It describes what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.

By continuing to browse or use our Site, you agree to the placement and use of cookies as described in this Policy.

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, mobile device, or browser when you visit a website.
They help websites remember your actions and preferences (such as login, language, and display settings) over a period of time.

Cookies can be:

• Session Cookies – deleted when you close your browser.

• Persistent Cookies – remain until deleted or expired.

• First-Party Cookies – set by the website you are visiting.

• Third-Party Cookies – set by other domains that provide services like analytics or ads.

3. How We Use Cookies

CelestForge uses cookies to ensure proper functionality of our platform and to improve your browsing experience.

We use cookies for the following purposes:

a) Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies

• Required for the operation of our Site and dashboards.

• Enable login sessions, manuscript submissions, and secure form handling.

• These cannot be disabled as they are necessary for basic functionality.

b) Performance & Analytics Cookies

• Help us analyze traffic and usage patterns using tools like Google Analytics.

• Track which pages are most popular, visitor duration, and engagement levels.

• Data collected is aggregated and anonymized.

c) Functionality Cookies

• Remember your preferences such as login status, author dashboard filters, or region.

• Improve personalized experience for returning users.

d) Marketing & Communication Cookies

• Used only if you subscribe to newsletters or promotional updates.

• Help measure the effectiveness of our campaigns and prevent duplicate messages.

e) Security Cookies

• Used to identify and prevent fraudulent logins, protect form submissions, and maintain session integrity.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be placed by trusted third-party services integrated into our Site.
These may include:

We do not allow third-party advertisers to track personal behavior across websites.

Each third-party provider maintains its own privacy and cookie policies.
You can review them individually for further details.

5. Cookies We Do Not Use

CelestForge does not use:

• Tracking cookies for targeted advertising

• Cookies to sell personal data

• Hidden tracking pixels without disclosure

All cookies used serve functional, security, or analytical purposes only.

6. Your Cookie Choices

You have full control over cookies on your device.

a) Browser Settings

You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings.
Steps vary depending on the browser:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data

• Firefox: Options → Privacy → Cookies and Site Data

• Safari: Preferences → Privacy

• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

b) Cookie Banner / Consent Manager

When you first visit our website, a cookie banner may appear asking for your consent.
You can manage preferences directly there, or later through your browser.

c) Opt-Out of Analytics

To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on from:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

7. Data Collected via Cookies

Cookies may collect limited data such as:

• Browser type and version

• Device type and operating system

• Time zone and geographic region (approximate)

• Session ID or unique identifier

• Pages visited and time spent

This data is not personally identifiable and is used only for improving user experience and site performance.

8. Consent to Use Cookies

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies under this Policy.
If you decline cookies, some parts of the site — such as dashboards or forms — may not function correctly.

9. Data Retention

Cookie data is retained for no longer than necessary:

• Session cookies: deleted automatically upon browser closure.

• Persistent cookies: stored for up to 12 months unless deleted manually.

10. Updates to This Policy

CelestForge may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, laws, or operational needs.
Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
You are encouraged to review this page periodically.

11. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact:

support@celestforgepublishing.com
https://celestforgepublishing.com