Cookie Policy
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are used to store certain information and make your visit to our website more efficient and user-friendly. Cookies can be set by us (first-party cookies) or by third parties (third-party cookies) whose services we use on our pages.
2. How We Use Cookies
RecipesQueen.com uses cookies for various purposes. Some cookies are technically necessary for our website to function properly. Others help us improve the user experience, analyze website usage, or display relevant advertising. Below we explain the different categories of cookies we use.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the operation of our website. They enable basic functions such as page navigation, language preferences, and access to secure areas. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly. They are always active and do not require consent.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| recipesqueen_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| NEXT_LOCALE | Stores your preferred language | Session |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us identify which pages are most popular, how visitors move around the site, and where users encounter problems. These cookies are only set with your consent.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics — Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 — Persists session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics — Distinguishes users (24h) | 24 hours |
Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to display relevant advertisements to you. They track information about your browsing activity and are only activated with your explicit consent. Google AdSense uses these cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| __gads | Google AdSense — Ad delivery and measurement | 13 months |
| __gpi | Google AdSense — Personalized advertising | 13 months |
| _pin_unauth | Pinterest Tag — Conversion tracking | 1 year |
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie consent banner, which appears on your first visit to our website. Additionally, you can manage cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the site to function.
5. Third-Party Privacy Policies
For more information about the privacy practices of our third-party service providers, please visit:
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The updated version will be indicated by an updated date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us via our Contact page or by email at privacy@recipesqueen.com.