Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 3, 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the owners of the site.
Cookies allow a website to recognize your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and settings.
2. How We Use Cookies
ShieldMod uses cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the operation of our Service, including user authentication and security.
- Functional Cookies: Enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Service, allowing us to improve user experience.
- Performance Cookies: Collect information about how you use our Service to help us optimize performance.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | User authentication and session management | Session |
| preferences | Store user preferences (theme, language) | 1 year |
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguish users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguish users | 24 hours |
| csrf_token | Security - prevent cross-site request forgery | Session |
4. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and so on. These may include:
- Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis and reporting.
- Stripe: For secure payment processing.
- Intercom: For customer support chat functionality.
These third parties have their own privacy policies addressing how they use such information.
5. Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete all or specific cookies
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Set preferences for certain websites
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Service. Some features may not work properly without cookies.
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
6. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Our Service currently does not respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can manage your cookie preferences as described above.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy.
We encourage you to periodically review this page for the latest information on our cookie practices.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@shieldmod.com
- Website: https://shieldmod.com/contact
Your Consent
By continuing to use our Service, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our Service.