Effective Date: January 21, 2025
At AmericanFoodRecipe.com, protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency is a top priority. This Cookie Policy explains how cookies and similar technologies are used to recognize you when you visit our website, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
As the sole author and Lead Research Editor, I, Preeti Acharya, personally manage and oversee all aspects of data privacy and cookie compliance.
By using this website, you acknowledge this Cookie Policy and understand how cookies are used.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to:
- Make websites function properly
- Improve efficiency and user experience
- Provide aggregated reporting and analytics
Cookies may be:
- First-party: Set by our website
- Third-party: Set by external service providers such as Google
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several purposes:
Essential Cookies
- Necessary for core website functionality, such as secure form submissions or access to restricted pages
- Cannot be disabled
Performance & Functionality Cookies
- Enhance website speed, usability, and advanced features
- Non-essential but improve user experience
Analytics & Customization Cookies
- Collect anonymized, aggregated information about visitor interactions
- Used for reporting, content optimization, and marketing insights
Advertising Cookies
- Enable relevant ads, prevent repetitive ad display, and ensure proper ad serving for advertisers
Cookie Retention Periods (U.S.-centric, safe for AdSense):
| Cookie Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Session or up to 12 months |
| Analytics & Performance Cookies | Up to 36 months |
| Advertising Cookies | Up to 24 months |
3. Google AdSense & Third-Party Cookies
As a participant in the Google AdSense program, our website allows Google to use cookies to serve personalized ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites.
This allows Google and its partners to:
- Deliver relevant advertising
- Measure ad performance
Important: We do not share personally identifiable information with advertisers.
You can opt out of personalized ads via:
4. How to Control or Delete Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can configure your web browser to manage cookies:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Block all cookies
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Note: Rejecting non-essential cookies may reduce website functionality or disable certain features.
5. GDPR & International Visitors
While this site primarily targets U.S. users, visitors from the EU and other jurisdictions may access our site. For these visitors:
- Non-essential cookies are stored only with your consent
- You have the right to withdraw consent at any time
- Cookie management and opt-out links are provided above
This ensures compliance with GDPR principles for transparency and consent.
6. Updates to This Policy
I may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:
- Changes to cookies or technologies used on the website
- Legal, regulatory, or operational requirements
Updates will be posted on this page with a new Effective Date. Please review periodically to stay informed.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, cookies, or other technologies, contact me directly. Please visit our Contact Page.
Preeti Acharya
Founder & Lead Research Editor
AmericanFoodRecipe.com
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