Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2024
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Pure Recipe Academy uses them on our website, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. We are committed to transparency regarding the data we collect through our editorial platform.
The information on this site is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making health decisions.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit our website. They contain information that can be retrieved by our servers when you return to the site. Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our content and improve your browsing experience on Pure Recipe Academy.
Cookies are widely used in the web industry to enhance functionality, security, and user experience. They do not contain executable code and cannot transmit viruses or malware.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential/Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the basic functionality of our website. They enable core features such as page navigation, secure access to content areas, and remembering your preferences during your visit. Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting website functionality.
Examples: Session cookies, authentication cookies, security tokens
2. Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our editorial content. They collect anonymized information about page visits, article engagement, scroll depth, and user flow. This data helps our editorial team create better content and improve website performance.
Examples: Google Analytics cookies, performance monitoring tools
3. Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to provide a personalized browsing experience. They may store information about your preferred content categories, reading preferences, font size, or theme selections.
Examples: Preference cookies, user settings cookies
4. Marketing & Targeting Cookies
These cookies may be set by our advertising partners to understand your interests and serve relevant content recommendations. They help us determine which editorial topics interest you most and may improve content suggestions within our platform.
Examples: Third-party analytics, content recommendation systems
How We Use Cookies
- • Improving Content: Understanding which articles, recipes, and guides are most valuable to our readers
- • Enhancing User Experience: Remembering your reading preferences and customizing the platform for your needs
- • Website Security: Protecting against fraud and maintaining secure access to your account
- • Performance Monitoring: Analyzing website speed, functionality, and technical issues
- • Content Recommendations: Suggesting relevant articles and educational resources based on your interests
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session management and user authentication | Session |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics - unique visitor identification | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics - session identification | 24 hours |
| _gat | Analytics | Google Analytics - request throttling | 1 minute |
| pra_theme | Functional | Remembers user's theme preference (light/dark mode) | 1 year |
| pra_font_size | Functional | Stores preferred text size for readability | 1 year |
| pra_interests | Functional | Tracks content interests for recommendations | 6 months |
| NID | Marketing | Google ad personalization and content recommendations | 6 months |
| __Secure-3PSIDTS | Marketing | Third-party cookie for content personalization | Session |
| cookie_consent | Essential | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit Pure Recipe Academy, a cookie consent banner will appear. You can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences. You can change these settings at any time through your account preferences or by clearing your browser cookies.
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your web browser's settings. Most modern browsers provide options to:
- View all stored cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Delete cookies automatically when you close your browser
- Set privacy levels to restrict cookie usage
For instructions, visit your browser's help section or search for "[Browser Name] cookie settings".
Do Not Track (DNT)
Your browser may have a "Do Not Track" feature. While Pure Recipe Academy recognizes this signal, please note that not all third-party partners may honor DNT requests. Blocking cookies through your browser settings is more effective.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling certain cookies, particularly essential cookies, may affect your ability to use features on our site. You may experience:
- Loss of saved preferences and personalization
- Inability to stay logged in during your session
- Reduced functionality in some content areas
- Less relevant content recommendations
Third-Party Cookies
Pure Recipe Academy partners with trusted third-party providers for analytics, content recommendations, and website functionality. These partners may set their own cookies:
Google Analytics
Analyzes user behavior and website performance. Learn more at Google's Privacy Policy
Google Ads & DoubleClick
Provides content personalization and recommendations based on your interests
We only work with providers who comply with international privacy standards and data protection regulations.
Data Protection & Privacy
All data collected through cookies is processed in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including GDPR and local data protection regulations.
- • Data Security: Cookie data is transmitted over secure, encrypted connections
- • Anonymization: Analytics data is aggregated and anonymized where possible
- • No Sensitive Data: Cookies do not store passwords, payment information, or medical data
- • Retention Policy: Cookies are deleted according to schedules in our detailed cookie list
For more information, please review our Privacy Policy.
International Compliance
GDPR (European Union)
Pure Recipe Academy complies with GDPR requirements. We require explicit consent for non-essential cookies before they are set on your device.
CCPA (California, USA)
We respect California consumer privacy rights and provide transparency regarding cookies and data collection practices.
Italian Privacy Law
As a platform based in Italy, we fully comply with Italian data protection regulations and AGPD requirements.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
Pure Recipe Academy may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or regulations. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and, when required, by obtaining your renewed consent.
Your continued use of our website following changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, our cookie practices, or how your data is used, our editorial team is ready to help. Please contact us with your inquiry:
For content-related questions or feedback about our articles and educational materials, please use the same contact information or visit our FAQ section.
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