Last Updated: April 2, 2025
At SpreadRecipes.com, I’m all about sharing delicious recipes and a great user experience but I also want to be upfront about how this site works behind the scenes. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies to make your visit better, while keeping your privacy in mind. Let’s break it down.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are tiny text files that websites place on your device (like your phone or laptop) when you visit. Think of them as little helpers: they remember things like your preferences, so you don’t have to start from scratch every time you come back. They also help me understand how you use the site, which means I can keep improving it for you.
How We Use Cookies
On SpreadRecipes.com, cookies serve a few key purposes. Here’s the scoop:
- Essential Cookies: These are the must-haves. They keep the site running smoothly think logging in, navigating pages, or saving your settings. Without them, the site wouldn’t work properly.
- Analytics Cookies: I use these to see how visitors interact with the blog. For example, which recipes are your favorites? How long do you stick around? This data helps me create content you’ll love. (I use tools like Google Analytics for this.)
- Advertising Cookies: Since SpreadRecipes.com partners with ad networks like Google AdSense, these cookies help show you ads that might actually interest you like kitchen gadgets or cookbooks based on your browsing habits. They also help me earn a little revenue to keep the blog going.
- Functional Cookies: These make your experience more personal. They might remember your preferred language or the last recipe you viewed, so you can pick up right where you left off.
What Cookies Do We Use?
Here’s a quick look at the types of cookies you might encounter:
- Session Cookies: Temporary little guys that disappear when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: These stick around for a set period (like a month or a year) to remember you between visits.
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by partners like Google for analytics or ads. I don’t control these directly, but I’ve chosen trusted partners who care about your privacy too.
Your Choices
You’re in control! When you first visit SpreadRecipes.com, you’ll see a cookie consent pop-up asking for your permission to use non-essential cookies. You can say yes, no, or customize your preferences. Want to change your mind later? Just check the cookie settings link at the bottom of any page.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings block them, delete them, or set your preferences. Keep in mind, though, that disabling essential cookies might make the site a bit clunky to use. If you need help, most browsers have a handy guide in their settings menu.
Third-Party Services
I work with third parties like Google AdSense and Google Analytics, which use cookies to serve ads and analyze traffic. These partners may collect data about your browsing activity across different sites to personalize ads or measure performance. You can learn more about their practices here:
How Long Do We Keep Cookie Data?
It depends on the cookie. Session cookies vanish when you leave, while persistent cookies might stick around for a few months or a year whatever’s needed for their job. I don’t keep cookie data longer than necessary, and my third-party partners follow their own retention policies (check their privacy pages for details).
Your Privacy Matters
I’m committed to protecting your privacy. Cookies help me make SpreadRecipes.com better, but I’ll never use them to collect personal info like your name or email unless you share it willingly (like through a contact form). For more on how I handle your data, take a peek at my Privacy Policy.
Updates to This Policy
I might tweak this Cookie Policy now and then to keep up with new tech or regulations. If I make big changes, I’ll let you know either with a notice on the site or by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top. Check back here to stay in the loop.
Questions?
Got a question about cookies or how they work on SpreadRecipes.com? I’d love to help. Reach out to me at [email protected] or through the Contact Us page. Let’s keep the conversation and the cooking going strong!