Cookie Policy
This policy explains how FabriTech Nexus uses cookies to operate our platform, improve our CNC machine and laser engraver content, and support the affiliate partnerships that fund our independent engineering analysis.
Types of Cookies We Use
We categorize cookies by their function. Essential cookies are required for the site to operate and cannot be disabled. All other categories can be controlled through your browser settings or the opt-out mechanisms described below.
Complete Cookie Inventory
The following table documents every cookie deployed on FabriTech Nexus, including third-party services. Duration indicates maximum lifespan; most session cookies expire when you close your browser.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
session_id |
FabriTech Nexus | Maintains state as you navigate between CNC and laser categories | Session |
cookie_consent |
FabriTech Nexus | Remembers your cookie preferences to avoid repeated prompts | 365 days |
compare_list |
FabriTech Nexus | Stores machines saved to your comparison view in buying guides | 30 days |
unit_pref |
FabriTech Nexus | Metric vs. imperial preference for specifications display | 365 days |
_ga |
Google LLC | Distinguishes unique visitors for aggregate traffic analysis | 2 years |
_ga_[ID] |
Google LLC | Maintains session state for Google Analytics 4 | 2 years |
_gid |
Google LLC | Distinguishes users within a 24-hour window | 24 hours |
awin_awc |
Awin Ltd | Attributes equipment purchases to our editorial recommendations | 30 days |
amzn_assoc_* |
Amazon.com, Inc. | Amazon Associates program tracking for product links | 24h–90 days |
_fbp |
Meta Platforms, Inc. | Measures effectiveness of occasional promotional campaigns | 90 days |
As we state on our About Us page: affiliate relationships never influence editorial conclusions. We disclose this revenue model because our value proposition is reducing your costly mistakes—not pushing inventory. When affiliate and editorial interests conflict, editorial wins. Every time.
How We Use Cookie Data
Site Functionality
Essential cookies enable core features: maintaining your session across pages, storing machines in your comparison list, and remembering display preferences like metric vs. imperial units in our CNC specifications tables.
Content Development
Analytics tell us which content performs. When we see strong engagement with Fabrication Intelligence articles on topics like laser material compatibility or CNC rigidity testing, we invest in deeper coverage. We analyze aggregate patterns, not individual user behavior.
Revenue Attribution
Affiliate cookies connect purchases to our recommendations. This is how FabriTech Nexus generates revenue while keeping content free. Without affiliate income, the engineering-grade analysis we provide wouldn't be sustainable. We're transparent about this tradeoff.
Third-Party Data Sharing
Cookie data is shared only with the service providers listed in our inventory, under their respective privacy policies. We do not sell personal data. We do not share data with brokers. Third-party access is strictly limited to the functions described above.
Google LLC
Analytics · Privacy Policy
Awin Ltd
Affiliate · Privacy Policy
Amazon.com, Inc.
Associates · Privacy Notice
Meta Platforms, Inc.
Pixel · Privacy Policy
Managing Cookie Preferences
You have multiple options for controlling non-essential cookies. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they're required for basic site functionality.
Browser Settings
All modern browsers provide cookie controls. You can block third-party cookies, delete existing cookies, or configure per-site permissions. Search your browser's documentation for "manage cookies" for specific instructions.
Analytics Opt-Out
Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on to prevent GA data collection across all websites. This does not affect site functionality.
Advertising Opt-Out
Use industry tools to opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies:
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) WebChoices
- Your Online Choices (European users)
- Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out
Do Not Track
We respect DNT browser signals for analytics cookies where technically feasible. Essential and affiliate cookies remain active as they're required for core functionality and revenue attribution respectively.
Blocking essential cookies will break core functionality, including comparison lists and session persistence. We recommend keeping essential cookies enabled for the best experience with our CNC and laser engraver buying guides.
Questions & Policy Updates
We review this policy quarterly and update it when our practices change. Material changes will be reflected in the effective date above. For questions about this policy or our data practices:
For general inquiries about our methodology, equipment evaluation process, or Fabrication Intelligence content, contact editorial@fabritechnexus.com.