Information about how we handle your data
Responsible for data processing on this website:
The Forge Guide
Website: www.theforgeguide.com
Email: [email protected]
We take the protection of your personal data seriously. This privacy policy informs you about what data we collect and how we use it.
In short: We collect only minimal data necessary to operate the website. We use Google Analytics and Google AdSense, both of which may use cookies.
This website is hosted by Hetzner Online GmbH (Germany). When visiting the website, the following data is automatically stored in server log files:
Legal basis: Legitimate interest in the security and stability of the website
Storage duration: Log files are automatically deleted after 14 days.
We use the Content Delivery Network (CDN) from Cloudflare, Inc. (USA) to deliver the website faster and more securely.
Cloudflare may process the following data:
Cloudflare is certified under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework. More information: Cloudflare Privacy Policy
This website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Google Analytics uses cookies to analyze your use of the website.
We use Google Analytics with IP anonymization enabled. Your IP address will be truncated before transmission to Google servers.
You can prevent data collection by Google Analytics by:
More information: Google Privacy Policy
This website displays advertisements through Google AdSense, an advertising service provided by Google LLC.
Google AdSense uses cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your prior visits to this website and other websites. This enables Google and its partners to serve ads based on your interests.
You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or www.aboutads.info.
More information: Google Advertising Policies
This website uses cookies. Cookies are small text files stored on your device.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Various Google cookies | Ad personalization and measurement | Varies |
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| __cf_bm | Bot detection and security | 30 minutes |
| cf_clearance | Security check passed | 1 year |
You can change your cookie settings at any time in your browser or delete all cookies. Note that some features of the website may not be available without cookies.
The website stores certain data locally in your browser:
This data remains only on your device and is not transmitted to us.
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
To exercise your rights, contact us at: [email protected]
We reserve the right to update this privacy policy to reflect changes in legal requirements or changes to our website.
Last updated: January 2026