1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your actions and preferences over time and enable core functionality.
2. How We Use Cookies
1st4Market uses cookies strictly for necessary operational and security purposes:
- Essential & Session Cookies: Required for secure session handling, CSRF token validation on forms (RFQ and Contact forms), and site navigation.
- Security & Anti-Fraud Cookies: Used within our survey router and partner redirects to detect duplicate survey entries, identify bot patterns, and protect research data integrity.
- Performance & Analytics Cookies: Aggregate, anonymized metrics measuring website load speeds and page usability.
3. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Most web browsers allow you to control or disable cookies through their settings. Please note that disabling essential cookies may impact form submission and survey router functionality.
4. Inquiries
If you have questions regarding our cookie practices, please contact us at privacy@1st4market.com.