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Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2026

Short version: TheCodeForge is a free educational site. We don't sell your data. We use Google Analytics and Google AdSense which set cookies. You can opt out at any time.

1. Who We Are

TheCodeForge (thecodeforge.io) is a free programming education platform providing tutorials on Java, Python, JavaScript, DSA, System Design, DevOps and more. We are committed to protecting your privacy.

2. Information We Collect

We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information to use TheCodeForge. However, the following data may be collected automatically:

Usage data — pages visited, time on page, browser type, device type (via Google Analytics)
Advertising data — anonymised ad interaction data (via Google AdSense)
Cookies — small files stored by your browser for analytics and advertising purposes

3. How We Use Your Data

Data collected is used solely to:

Understand how visitors use the site so we can improve content
Serve relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
Maintain site security and performance

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Cookies

TheCodeForge uses cookies from the following services:

Google Analytics — tracks site usage anonymously. Opt out here.
Google AdSense — serves personalised ads. Manage ad preferences here.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time. Note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services which have their own privacy policies:

6. Your Rights (GDPR / EEA Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, UK, or Switzerland, you have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold about you
Request correction or deletion of your data
Object to or restrict processing of your data
Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below.

7. Data Retention

We retain analytics data for up to 26 months as per Google Analytics default settings. No personally identifiable information is stored on our servers.

8. Children's Privacy

TheCodeForge does not knowingly collect data from children under the age of 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The date at the top of this page will reflect the latest revision. Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
privacy@thecodeforge.io