The Forge does not use any tracking, advertising, or marketing cookies without your explicit consent. Your texts, recordings, and projects never leave your device unless you choose cloud backup (Dropbox or Google Drive). Optional anonymous analytics (PostHog) are activated via the cookie banner — otherwise they are never loaded.
Cookie List
NamePurposeTypeDuration
cookie_consentStores your cookie consent decision. Ensures your choice is respected on each visit.Necessary1 year
_hpvProtection against bots and automated abuse (Honeypot)Security24 hours
sidebar_stateRemembers whether the sidebar is open or closed. Improves usability across pages.Technical30 days
cw_previewVerifies you have permission to view a text preview via a protected link. Prevents unauthorized access to lyrics.Security24 hours
cw_accessGrants access to the protected Creators Wall editor/sandbox via a one-time token. Prevents unauthorized access to editing tools.Security24 hours
app_localeRemembers your preferred app language (Czech / English). Ensures a consistent experience on return visits.Preference1 year
supabase_sessionMaintains user login via Google OAuth (Supabase). Ensures you don't have to repeatedly go through the login process.NecessarySession
ph_*Anonymous analytics (PostHog). Activated only after your explicit consent via the cookie banner. Tracks navigation and interactions for app improvement — contains no personal data.Analytics (on consent)1 year
rhyme_cache (localStorage)Caches rhyme search results locally in your browser. On repeated searches for the same word, results load instantly without a server request. No data leaves your device.Functional24 hours
The app also uses short-lived technical cookies for Honeypot (protection against bots and automated abuse). These cookies contain no personal data.
What The Forge Doesn't Collect
No tracking cookies without consent
No advertising / marketing cookies
No third-party cookies
No fingerprinting or device tracking
No personal data leaves your browser
Managing Cookies
Technical cookies cannot be disabled without limiting app functionality. To manage cookies in your browser, use browser settings or click the 🍪 icon at the bottom of the page to manage the cookie banner.