At rubyskitchenrecipes.uk, we believe in being clear and open about how we collect and use data related to you. In the spirit of transparency, this policy provides detailed information about how and when we use cookies on our website.
1. What is a Cookie?
A cookie is a small text file that is placed on your hard drive by a web page server. Cookies contain information that can later be read by a web server in the domain that issued the cookie to you. They cannot be used to run programs or deliver viruses to your computer.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your experience on our recipe blog. Specifically, we use them for:
- Functionality: To remember your preferences (like font size or saved recipes).
- Performance: To understand how visitors move around the site so we can improve the user experience.
- Advertising: To show you relevant kitchen gadgets or ingredients that might interest you.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Essential for you to browse the website and use its features. The site won't work properly without these. |
| Preferences | These allow us to remember choices you make (like your username or region) to provide a more personalized experience. |
| Statistics/Analytics | These help us understand how visitors interact with the site so we can see which recipes are the most popular. |
| Marketing | Used to track visitors across websites to display ads that are relevant and engaging for the individual user. |
4. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors engage with our site. This helps us identify which recipes are performing well and where we can improve our content.
Google Analytics uses cookies to collect data such as your anonymized IP address, device type, browser, and navigation patterns. Below are the primary cookies set by Google Analytics:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Typical Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Used to distinguish unique users for statistical purposes. | 2 years |
| _ga_<container-id> | Used to persist session state. | 2 years |
| _gid | Used to distinguish users. | 24 hours |
5. Your Choices and Control
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies:
- Cookie Banner: When you first visit our site, you can choose to "Accept All" or "Manage Settings" to opt-out of non-essential cookies.
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. Note that if you limit cookies, some features of our site may not function as intended.
6. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Email: hello@rubyskitchenrecipes.uk
