1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to ensure websites function correctly, enhance security, and remember your session preferences.
HostMods.com does not use intrusive third-party advertising trackers. We employ only essential and functional cookies required to deliver seamless game server management.
2. Strictly Necessary / Essential Cookies
These cookies are technically indispensable for the operation of the HostMods website and customer portal. They cannot be disabled in our systems:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session | Maintains your authenticated user session across page navigations. | Session / 30 Days |
| csrf_token | Protects forms and API endpoints from Cross-Site Request Forgery attacks. | Session |
| hostmods_theme | Stores your chosen interface display mode and sidebar state. | 1 Year |
3. Third-Party Payment Cookies
When you proceed to checkout via PayPal Express Checkout, PayPal may set cookies on its secure gateway domain to verify your identity, prevent payment fraud, and process transactions. These cookies are governed by PayPal's privacy and cookie statements.
4. Managing & Disabling Cookies
You have the right to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser setting to decline cookies if you prefer:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data.
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data.
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions.
- Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data.
Please note: If you choose to disable strictly necessary cookies, critical features of the HostMods panel (such as user login, server power toggles, web FTP, and checkout) will not function properly.