Effective Date: 01 July 2025
Welcome to CookingWells.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”). This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website located at https://cookingwells.com (the “Site”). Please read this policy carefully to understand what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can control them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website places on your computer or mobile device when you visit the site. They are widely used to make websites work, to improve the user experience, and to provide information to the website owners.
There are two main types of cookies:
First‑party cookies – set by the website you are visiting.
Third‑party cookies – set by domains other than the one you are visiting, often for analytics or advertising purposes.
Cookies may be session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (remain on your computer or mobile device until you delete them or they expire).
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several reasons, including to:
Ensure the Site functions properly (e.g., page navigation, access to secure areas).
Improve performance by collecting aggregate analytics about how visitors use our Site.
Personalize your experience by remembering your preferences (e.g., language choice).
Market our content by helping us understand which recipes and posts are most popular so we can tailor future content.
We do not use cookies to collect personal information that directly identifies you, nor do we sell personal data to third parties.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Category | Purpose | Example Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. The Site cannot function properly without these cookies. | Cloudflare, WordPress core cookies |
| Performance / Analytics | Help us understand how visitors interact with the Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. | Google Analytics |
| Functionality | Remember choices you make (e.g., region) to provide a more tailored experience. | WordPress preference cookies |
| Advertising & Social Media | Allow you to share content on social networks and show you relevant ads. These cookies can track your browser across websites. | Facebook Pixel, Pinterest Tag |
Note: The actual cookies used on the Site may change over time as we improve or update our services.
4. Specific Cookies in Use (as of 01 July 2025)
| Cookie Name | Domain | Type | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
_ga | cookingwells.com | Analytics (Google) | 2 years | Distinguishes unique users. |
_gid | cookingwells.com | Analytics (Google) | 24 hours | Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited. |
wordpress_logged_in_* | cookingwells.com | Necessary | Session | Indicates when you are logged in (admin users only). |
cf_clearance | cookingwells.com | Necessary | 30 minutes | Used by Cloudflare to identify trusted traffic and mitigate bots. |
fr | facebook.com | Advertising | 90 days | Enables ad delivery or retargeting. |
_pin_unauth | pinterest.com | Advertising | 12 months | Groups actions for users who cannot be identified by Pinterest. |
(The “” in cookie names denotes a unique identifier generated per user.)*
5. Your Cookie Choices
Cookie Banner & Consent Tool – On your first visit, a banner will ask you to accept or reject non‑essential cookies. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer.
Browser Settings – You can set your browser to refuse or delete cookies. Instructions vary by browser:
Opt‑Out Tools – To opt out of Google Analytics on all sites, visit https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Warning: Blocking or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of the Site. Essential cookies are required for the Site to operate.
6. Do‑Not‑Track Signals
Our Site currently does not respond to “Do‑Not‑Track” browser signals. However, you can still use the methods described above to manage cookies.
7. International Transfers
Some third‑party service providers are located outside your country. Their processing of your data may involve the transfer of information to a country with data‑protection rules that are different from your country. Where required by law (e.g., under the EU GDPR), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a new “Effective Date.” If the changes are significant, we may also notify you via email (if you have provided it) or via a notice on the Site.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: contact@cookingwells.com
Mail: Mia Miller (Data Controller)
155 N 1st Ave, Hillsboro, OR 97124, USA
Thank you for visiting CookingWells.com and for taking the time to read this Cookie Policy. Happy cooking!
