Cookie Policy
This policy explains what cookies are, which ones we use on brightforge.icu, and how you can control them through your browser or our on-site cookie banner.
BrightForge Remodeling LLC ("BrightForge," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on brightforge.icu to improve site functionality, analyze traffic, and measure the effectiveness of our marketing. This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember your actions and preferences over time — such as your cookie consent choice — so you don't have to re-enter them on every visit.
We also use similar technologies including web beacons (tiny transparent images) and local storage (data stored directly in your browser). For simplicity, this policy refers to all of these technologies as "cookies."
First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies
- First-party cookies are set by BrightForge and used only on our site.
- Third-party cookies are set by external services we use, such as Google Analytics. These services may track your activity across multiple sites.
Session vs. Persistent Cookies
- Session cookies are temporary and deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
2Types of Cookies We Use
We group the cookies on our site into three categories:
3Specific Cookies We Set
The table below lists the primary cookies used on our site:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| bf_cookie_choice | Stores your cookie consent decision so we don't ask again on every visit. | |
| bf_session | Maintains your session state while navigating the site, including form progress. | |
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users to measure site traffic. | |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 — maintains session state and campaign attribution. | |
| _gid | Google Analytics — distinguishes users over a shorter window for daily reporting. |
No advertising cookies are set by default. Marketing and advertising cookies are only activated if you click "Accept All" on our cookie banner. If you click "Decline," only essential cookies remain active.
4Third-Party Cookies
We work with the following third-party services that may set cookies when you visit our site:
- Google Analytics: Traffic analysis and visitor behavior reporting. Google Privacy Policy
- Google Ads: Campaign performance measurement and remarketing. Google Ads Policy
- Cloudflare: Security, DDoS protection, and content delivery. Cloudflare Privacy Policy
- Font Awesome / Google Fonts: Delivery of fonts and icons used on the site.
We do not control third-party cookies. To opt out, use the provider's own opt-out mechanism or adjust your browser settings.
5Managing Cookies
Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie banner. You can:
- Accept All: Enables essential, analytics, and marketing cookies.
- Decline: Keeps only essential cookies active.
You can change your decision at any time by clearing your browser cookies for our site.
Browser Settings
All modern browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Common options include:
- Blocking all cookies
- Blocking only third-party cookies
- Deleting cookies when you close the browser
- Deleting all cookies for a specific site
See your browser's help documentation for instructions: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge.
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website, including contact forms and appointment booking.
6Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that sends a signal to websites requesting that they not track your activity. Because there is no industry consensus on how to interpret DNT signals, our site does not currently respond to DNT requests. You can opt out of analytics tracking through our cookie banner or browser settings.
7Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or in applicable law. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and, where required, re-display the cookie banner to obtain fresh consent.
8Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
BrightForge Remodeling — Privacy Team
54900 Romeo Plank Road, Macomb, MI 48042