Cookies Policy

This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on Best Cooking Recipes, and how you can manage your preferences.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help the website remember your actions and preferences over time, so you don't have to re-enter them whenever you come back.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information. We use this data to improve our site's performance and user experience.

Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences (like language or region) to provide enhanced, personalized features.

Targeting/Advertising Cookies

We may use these cookies to deliver content that is relevant to your interests. They limit how often you see an ad and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. For example:

• Google Analytics: Helps us analyze website traffic
• Social media platforms: Enable sharing buttons
• Advertising networks: Deliver targeted ads

These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices.

Cookies We Use

Cookie Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
bc_session	Essential	Maintains user session	Session
_ga	Performance	Google Analytics - distinguishes users	2 years
_gid	Performance	Google Analytics - distinguishes users	24 hours
bc_preferences	Functional	Remembers user preferences	1 year

Managing Cookies

You can control and/or delete cookies as you wish. Here's how:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to view, manage, delete, and block cookies. You can usually find these settings in your browser's "Options" or "Preferences" menu:

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

Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Please note that blocking essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Consent

When you first visit our site, we display a cookie banner asking for your consent. By continuing to browse, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can change your preferences at any time through your browser settings.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy periodically. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the latest changes were made.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: