Cookie Policy

Effective Date: December 2, 2024

Welcome to Recommend Recipes (“we,” “our,” “us”). This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website www.recommendrecipes.com (the “Site”). By using our Site, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy. Please read this Cookie Policy carefully to understand our practices regarding cookies and your choices about their use.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the site owners.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on our Site:

a. Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are necessary for the operation of the Site. They enable core functionalities such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, the Site cannot function properly.

  • Examples: Authentication cookies, session cookies.

b. Performance Cookies

Performance cookies collect information about how visitors use the Site, such as which pages are visited most often and if users encounter any errors. These cookies help us improve the performance and functionality of the Site.

  • Examples: Google Analytics cookies.

c. Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow the Site to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.

  • Examples: Language preference cookies, personalization settings.

d. Advertising Cookies

Advertising cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They can also limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

  • Examples: Google Ads cookies, Facebook Pixel.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • To Enable Core Site Functions: Essential cookies help us operate the Site and provide you with the services you have requested.
  • To Improve User Experience: Performance and functional cookies help us understand how you use the Site and enhance your browsing experience.
  • To Personalize Content and Ads: Advertising cookies enable us to show you personalized advertisements based on your interests and browsing behavior.
  • To Analyze Site Traffic: We use analytics cookies to monitor Site performance and gather insights into visitor behavior, which helps us make informed decisions about improving the Site.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow third-party service providers to place cookies on your device to perform functions on our behalf, such as analyzing Site traffic or serving advertisements. These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites.

Common Third-Party Services We Use:

  • Google Analytics: For analyzing Site usage and performance.
  • Google Ads: For delivering personalized advertisements.
  • Facebook Pixel: For tracking conversions and optimizing ad campaigns.

Please refer to the respective privacy policies of these third parties for more information on how they use cookies and manage your data.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences through the following methods:

a. Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our Site, you will see a cookie consent banner. This banner allows you to accept or decline different categories of cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by accessing the cookie settings on the Site.

b. Browser Settings

You can also control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • Block or Delete Cookies: Prevent cookies from being stored on your device or delete existing cookies.
  • Set Preferences: Specify which types of cookies you accept or reject.

How to Access Cookie Settings in Common Browsers:

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Site and limit your ability to use certain features.

6. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and manage your preferences.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe that our processing of your personal data violates the GDPR.

By using the Recommend Recipes Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the practices described in this Cookie Policy.