Cookie Policy

Effective Date: 08/09/2024

1. Introduction

SofyaRecipes.com (“we,” “our,” “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze website traffic, and support advertising efforts. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember user preferences, and collect information about website traffic and user behavior.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

🔹 Essential Cookies (Necessary for Site Functionality)

✔ These cookies ensure our website functions properly and securely.
✔ They enable core features such as page navigation and security.
✔ These cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the site to operate.

🔹 Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)

✔ We use Google Analytics to track visitor behavior, measure website performance, and improve user experience.
✔ These cookies collect anonymous data such as page visits, time spent on pages, and referral sources.
✔ Users can opt out of Google Analytics tracking at Google’s opt-out page.

🔹 Advertising Cookies (Google Ads & Meta Ads)

✔ These cookies help us show personalized ads based on your browsing behavior.
✔ We use Google Ads and Meta (Facebook) Ads to serve targeted advertisements.
✔ You can manage ad preferences through Google Ads Settings and Facebook Ad Preferences.

🔹 Affiliate Tracking Cookies (Amazon Associates)

✔ When you click on an Amazon affiliate link, Amazon may place cookies to track purchases made through our links.
✔ These cookies allow us to earn a commission on qualifying purchases without affecting the price you pay.

4. How We Obtain Your Consent

✔ When you visit our website, a cookie banner appears, asking for your consent before placing non-essential cookies (analytics, advertising, affiliate tracking).
✔ You can choose to Accept or Reject cookies.
✔ Your cookie preferences are stored until you clear your browser cookies or update your settings.

5. Managing & Disabling Cookies

You can control cookies in the following ways:

✔ Use our “Cookie Settings” link (available on our website) to manage your preferences.
✔ Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies. Instructions for popular browsers:

🚨 Note: Disabling cookies may impact website functionality.

6. Data Retention & Third-Party Cookies

✔ Session-based cookies (deleted when you close your browser).
✔ Third-party cookies (set by Google Analytics, Google Ads, Meta Ads, and Amazon).
✔ We do not control third-party cookies. Please check their respective privacy policies for details.

7. Your Rights & Contact Information

If you have questions about our use of cookies or want to exercise your privacy rights, you can contact us:

📧 Email: [email protected]
📩 Contact Form: Available on our website