Cookie Policy
Last updated · 24 June 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies and similar technologies are, which ones we use on our websites, why we use them, and the choices available to you. It should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, to operate more efficiently, and to provide reporting information. Similar technologies include pixels, local storage, and software development kits, which we refer to collectively as “cookies” in this Policy.
Cookies set by the website you are visiting are called “first-party” cookies. Cookies set by a party other than the site owner are called “third-party” cookies. Cookies may persist after your session (“persistent” cookies) or be deleted when you close your browser (“session” cookies).
2. Why we use cookies
- To enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.
- To remember your preferences, including your cookie-consent choices.
- To understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it.
We do not use cookies for cross-context behavioral advertising and we do not sell information collected through cookies.
3. Categories of cookies we use
| Category | Purpose | Consent |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly necessary | Security, load balancing, and remembering your consent choices. The site cannot function properly without these. | Not required |
| Functional | Remember preferences such as language to improve your experience. | Required where applicable |
| Analytics / performance | Measure traffic and understand how the site is used, in aggregate, to improve content and performance. | Required where applicable |
We load non-essential cookies only after you provide consent through our cookie banner, where consent is required by law. You can change your choice at any time (see Section 5).
4. Examples of cookies
| Name | Provider | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| bmetal_cookie_consent | BMETAL (first-party) | Strictly necessary — stores your consent choice | 12 months |
| bmetal_session | BMETAL (first-party) | Strictly necessary — session integrity & security | Session |
| _analytics_id | Analytics provider (third-party) | Analytics — distinguishes unique visitors (set only with consent) | Up to 24 months |
The specific cookies present may vary as we improve the site. The consent banner reflects the current set and lets you accept analytics cookies or choose essential-only.
5. Your choices and how to control cookies
- Use our cookie banner to accept analytics cookies or select “essential only.”
- Clear the stored consent in your browser to be prompted again on your next visit.
- Configure your browser to refuse or delete cookies — note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may impair site functionality.
- Most browsers honor a “Global Privacy Control” signal where required; we treat such signals as an opt-out of non-essential cookies.
For more information on managing cookies, consult your browser’s help documentation.
6. Changes to this Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The “Last updated” date indicates when this Policy was last revised.
7. Contact
Questions about our use of cookies can be directed to privacy@bmetal.ai.
Questions about this document? Contact legal@bmetal.ai.
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