Cookie Policy
Last updated: 22 May 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how IronZone ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on ironzone.info (the "Site"). It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides broader information about how we handle your personal information.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website owners. Cookies cannot run programs or deliver viruses to your device.
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as web beacons (also called "pixel tags"), local storage, and session storage. This policy covers all such technologies collectively referred to as "cookies".
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on ironzone.info:
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Site to function properly. They enable core features such as page navigation, security, and remembering your cookie consent preference. The Site cannot function correctly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.
- iz_cookie_consent — Stores your cookie consent decision (accepted or declined). Duration: 12 months. Set by: ironzone.info.
- Session cookies — Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser, used to maintain session state during your visit.
2.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data allows us to improve the Site's structure, content, and performance. We use aggregated, anonymised data only — no individual user is identified.
- _ga, _ga_* — Google Analytics cookies used to distinguish users and sessions. Duration: up to 2 years. Set by: Google LLC.
- _gid — Google Analytics cookie used to distinguish users. Duration: 24 hours. Set by: Google LLC.
Google Analytics data is processed in accordance with Google's privacy policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences across visits. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
- iz_theme — Stores your display preference (if applicable). Duration: 6 months. Set by: ironzone.info.
2.4 Marketing and Targeting Cookies
We do not currently use marketing or advertising cookies on ironzone.info. We do not serve third-party advertisements on the Site. If this changes in the future, this policy will be updated accordingly and you will be notified via the cookie consent banner.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our Site are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review:
- Google Analytics — Google Privacy Policy
We have no control over third-party cookies and are not responsible for the practices of those third parties.
4. Your Cookie Choices
When you first visit ironzone.info, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. You may choose to accept all cookies or decline non-essential cookies. Your preference will be stored and respected on subsequent visits.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually.
- Block third-party cookies.
- Block cookies from specific sites.
- Block all cookies from being set.
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Site. For guidance on managing cookies in popular browsers, visit:
5. Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for responding to DNT signals. We will update this policy if a standard is established.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page regularly to stay informed. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was most recently revised.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Post: IronZone, Level 4, 222 Exhibition Street, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
- Web: ironzone.info/contact