Cookies Policy

Last Updated: February 09, 2025

At Delicio Recipes (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and serve personalized advertisements in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Google AdSense Policies. This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help the website recognize returning visitors, remember user preferences, and provide relevant content and ads. Some cookies are essential for site functionality, while others focus on performance, analytics, and personalization.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We categorize our cookies as follows:

A. Necessary (Essential) Cookies

  • Function: Enable core website operations, such as page navigation, security features, and session management.
  • Importance: Required for the website to function properly.
  • Example: Login authentication, session ID cookies.

B. Performance & Analytics Cookies

  • Function: Collect information about website traffic, page views, and user interactions to help us understand how visitors engage with our website.
  • Benefit: Allows us to optimize user experience and improve site performance.
  • Example: Google Analytics (tracks visitor behavior and site usage).

C. Functional Cookies

  • Function: Store your preferences (e.g., language settings, recipe filters) to provide a more personalized browsing experience.
  • Example: Remembering saved recipes or a chosen website theme.

D. Advertising & Targeting Cookies

  • Function: Display advertisements tailored to your interests, limit how many times you see an ad, and measure ad performance.
  • Usage: Help monetize our content through ad networks like Google AdSense.
  • Example: Google AdSense (serves personalized or contextual ads based on user behavior).

E. Third-Party Cookies

  • Function: Set by external services or vendors such as social media platforms, analytics providers, and advertising networks.
  • Usage: Used for retargeting, aggregating usage data, or providing embedded features.
  • Examples: Facebook Pixel, YouTube embedded videos, additional ad networks.

3. How We Use Cookies

We utilize cookies to:

  • Ensure Website Functionality: Keep the Site running smoothly with essential features (e.g., logging in, navigating between pages).
  • Personalize Your Experience: Recognize returning users, remember preferences, and show relevant content.
  • Analyze Website Performance: Track user behavior through tools like Google Analytics to improve our Site’s design and functionality.
  • Deliver Targeted Ads: Serve relevant advertisements via Google AdSense and possibly other ad networks.
  • Enhance Security: Help prevent fraud and maintain the overall security of our website.

You have full control over how Delicio Recipes uses cookies on your device:

When you visit our Site, a consent banner may appear allowing you to:

  1. Accept All Cookies: Enable all categories of cookies for a fully personalized experience.
  2. Reject Non-Essential Cookies: Only allow cookies required for core site functionality.
  3. Manage Cookie Preferences: Choose which categories of cookies you consent to.

B. Browser Settings

You can also manage or delete cookies via your browser’s settings. Different browsers offer various methods to control cookies. Refer to your browser’s documentation for specific steps:

C. Opt-Out of Third-Party Cookies

Please note that disabling cookies may limit certain functionalities and features of our Site.

5. Changes to This Cookies Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy periodically to reflect changes in our use of cookies, regulatory requirements, or other operational factors. Any updates will be posted on this page along with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed about our cookie practices.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, or if you wish to modify your cookie preferences, please contact us at:

By continuing to use Delicio Recipes, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree, please adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our Site.

Note: This template is intended to assist in compliance with general cookie practices under GDPR and Google AdSense policies. Always consult with a qualified legal professional for advice tailored to your specific circumstances.