Cookies Policy
Last Updated: October 15, 2023
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners.
At Balanced Bite Blueprint, we use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and understand how our website is being used so we can improve our services.
Types of Cookies We Use
We use several types of cookies on our website:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Necessary for the website to function properly (e.g., authentication, security) | Session or up to 1 year | |
| Remember your preferences (e.g., language, region, dietary filters) | Up to 1 year | |
| Help us understand how visitors interact with our website | Up to 2 years | |
| Used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure ad performance | Up to 1 year |
Specific Cookies We Use
Below is a detailed list of the cookies we use on Balanced Bite Blueprint:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your session state across page requests | Session | |
| preferences | Stores your dietary preferences and recipe filters | 1 year | |
| _ga | Google Analytics cookie for visitor distinction | 2 years | |
| _gid | Google Analytics cookie for visitor tracking | 24 hours | |
| _fbp | Facebook pixel cookie for ad delivery | 3 months | |
| consent_status | Remembers your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
Third-Party Cookies
We also allow certain third parties to place cookies on your device for the following purposes:
- Analytics: Google Analytics to understand how our website is used
- Social Media: Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram for social sharing features
- Advertising: To show you relevant ads for cooking products and services
- Payment Processing: If you purchase our meal plans or cooking classes
Please note that these third parties have their own privacy policies and we do not accept any responsibility or liability for their policies.
How to Control and Delete Cookies
You have several options to control or limit how we and our partners use cookies:
Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser.
To learn more about how to control cookies via your browser settings, visit:
Opt-Out Tools: You can opt out of interest-based advertising from participating companies through:
- Digital Advertising Alliance: https://optout.aboutads.info/
- Network Advertising Initiative: https://optout.networkadvertising.org/
Do Not Track: Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that lets you tell websites you do not want to be tracked. We do not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I disable all cookies?
If you disable all cookies, some features of our website may not work properly. For example, you may not be able to save your dietary preferences, and some parts of the website may not function correctly.
Do you use cookies for children's data?
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.
How often do you update this Cookies Policy?
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our services. We encourage you to check this page periodically for the latest information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookies Policy, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@balancedbiteblueprint.com
- Phone: (555) 123-4567
- Address: 123 Nutrition Street, Healthville, HV 12345