Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how The Recipe Rescue uses cookies and similar technologies on thereciperescue.com. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our Website. They help us recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit, enhancing your browsing experience.

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies

  • These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly
  • They enable basic features like page navigation and access to secure areas
  • The Website cannot function properly without these cookies
  • They do not track personal information

Example uses:

  • Remembering your shopping cart items
  • Maintaining your login session
  • Ensuring secure browsing
  • Processing affiliate transactions

2. Preference Cookies

  • Help remember your settings and preferences
  • Enhance your experience on our Website
  • Store your preferred recipe measurements (metric/imperial)
  • Save your favorite recipes
  • Remember your language preferences

3. Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our Website:

  • Track which recipes are most popular
  • Monitor page view duration
  • Analyze user navigation patterns
  • Measure website performance
  • Identify user preferences and trends

4. Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver targeted advertising:

  • Display relevant cooking product advertisements
  • Show personalized recipe recommendations
  • Track affiliate link interactions
  • Measure advertisement effectiveness
  • Remember which products you’ve viewed

5. Third-Party Cookies

Our Website includes cookies from third-party services:

  • Google Analytics
  • Social media platforms (Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram)
  • Advertising networks
  • Affiliate marketing partners
  • Recipe rating systems

Cookie Management

How to Control Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
  • Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
  • Edge: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies

Cookie Preferences

You can choose to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Delete cookies periodically
  • Set cookie preferences by category

Note: Blocking certain cookies may impact Website functionality.

Specific Cookie Uses

Recipe Features

  • Save recipe scaling preferences
  • Remember measurement units
  • Store recently viewed recipes
  • Maintain recipe ratings and reviews
  • Save recipe collections

Shopping Features

  • Track affiliate link clicks
  • Remember product preferences
  • Store shopping lists
  • Maintain browsing history
  • Process affiliate commissions

User Account Features

  • Keep you logged in
  • Remember your saved recipes
  • Store your preferences
  • Maintain your recipe collections
  • Save your comment information

Data Collection Through Cookies

Our cookies may collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Location data
  • Browsing patterns
  • Recipe preferences
  • Shopping behavior
  • User interactions

Cookie Duration

We use different types of cookies that remain active for varying periods:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain active for a set period
  • Permanent Cookies: Stay until manually deleted
  • Third-Party Cookies: Duration set by third parties

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Accept or decline cookies
  • Modify cookie preferences
  • Delete stored cookies
  • Opt-out of tracking
  • Request information about collected data

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update our Cookie Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of our Website after changes implies acceptance of the updated policy.

Cookie Usage Consent

By using our Website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can withdraw consent by adjusting your browser settings or through our cookie preference center.

Contact Information

For questions about our Cookie Policy, reach out to us at [email protected].

Additional Information

Do Not Track Signals

We honor Do Not Track signals and do not track, plant cookies, or use advertising when a Do Not Track browser mechanism is in place.

California Online Privacy Protection Act

We comply with CalOPPA regarding cookies and tracking technologies.

GDPR Compliance

For EU visitors, we ensure GDPR compliance in our cookie usage and data collection practices.