Privacy Policy for theforgecodes.com
Last updated: December 15, 2025
theforgecodes.com (“Site,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is a website providing Roblox The Forge game codes, guides, news, and tips for players. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our site. We respect your privacy and collect minimal data to keep the site running smoothly.
Information We Collect
We collect very little personal information and only what’s needed:
- No registration required: No names, emails, ages, or logins needed to read codes, guides, or news.
- Contact form/email: If you email info@theforgecodes.com, we receive your email address and message. We use it only to reply to your query and delete it after 30 days.
- Cookies: Basic cookies for site functionality (e.g., navigation, session tracking) and anonymous analytics (Google Analytics).
- Usage data: Anonymized info like IP address, browser type, pages visited, and device type. This helps us improve popular content like “The Forge codes.”
We do not collect data from children under 13 without parent consent (COPPA compliant). Our content targets Roblox players aged 9+.
How We Use Your Information
Your data helps us:
- Respond to your emails or contact form submissions.
- Analyze site usage to fix issues and create better guides (e.g., more on races or pickaxes).
- Show relevant ads via Google AdSense (based on page content, not personal data).
- Improve site speed and user experience.
We never sell, rent, or share your data with third parties for marketing.
Cookies and Tracking
We use these cookies:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration | How to Manage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | Site navigation and functionality | Session | Browser settings |
| Analytics | Anonymous traffic stats | 2 years max | Opt-out via Google Analytics |
| Advertising | AdSense personalization | 1 year max | Browser ad settings or blockers |
Manage cookies in your browser settings. Disabling them may limit site features.
Third-Party Services
- Google Analytics/AdSense: Anonymized data for traffic and ads. See Google’s privacy policy for details.
- Hosting (Hostinger): Secure servers; no data sales.
- No email marketing tools, trackers, or affiliate pixels collecting personal info.
Embedded content (e.g., Roblox links) may set their own cookies—check their policies.
Children’s Privacy
Our site is for general audiences but discusses kid-friendly Roblox games. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. Parents: Contact us if concerned.
Your Data Protection Rights
Depending on your location:
- Access, correct, or delete: Email info@theforgecodes.com to request any data we hold (usually none).
- Opt-out: Clear cookies, use ad blockers, or browser Do Not Track.
- EU/UK (GDPR): Right to access, erase, or restrict data processing.
- California (CCPA/CPRA): Right to know, delete, or opt-out of “sale” (we don’t sell data).
We respond within 30 days.
Data Security
- SSL encryption for all pages.
- Secure email handling with spam filters on info@theforgecodes.com.
- Limited access; no reported breaches.
International Data Transfers
Data processed on US/EU servers (Hostinger). We comply with relevant laws.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy. Check the date above. Continued use after changes means acceptance. Major updates emailed to contacts (rare).
Contact Us
Questions? Email info@theforgecodes.com (spam filtered; use clear subject like “Privacy Query”). No spam or bulk emails accepted.
For kids: Ask a parent before emailing.
