Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 15 Feb 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Taste Forkful (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website www.tasteforkful.com. This policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and outlines how we collect, use, and manage cookies.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They help improve your browsing experience by remembering your preferences and providing insights into how the website is used.

Cookies may be session cookies (temporary and deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (stored on your device until deleted manually or automatically after a set period).

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, the website may not function correctly.

Examples:

  • Authentication cookies to verify users.
  • Security-related cookies to prevent fraud and protect user data.

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information such as the number of visitors, time spent on the site, and pages visited. This data is anonymized and helps us improve website performance.

Examples:

  • Google Analytics cookies.
  • Heatmapping and session recording tools.

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and settings to enhance your experience.

Examples:

  • Remembering language preferences.
  • Storing login details for returning users.

2.4 Advertising & Targeting Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant ads and marketing messages based on your browsing behavior.

Examples:

  • Facebook Pixel for retargeting ads.
  • Third-party advertising cookies for personalized marketing.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Improve website functionality and user experience.
  • Analyze website traffic and understand visitor behavior.
  • Deliver relevant advertisements and marketing content.
  • Enhance security and protect against fraud.

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner requesting your consent to store cookies on your device. You can accept, reject, or customize your preferences. By continuing to use our Site after selecting your preferences, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

You can manage or disable cookies at any time by adjusting your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Browser Controls:

You can also opt out of tracking by using third-party tools such as:

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be set by third-party services that appear on our website. These include social media plugins, analytics providers, and advertising networks. We do not have direct control over these cookies.

Third-party services we use include:

  • Google Analytics (website analytics)
  • Facebook Pixel (advertising and retargeting)
  • YouTube/Vimeo (embedded videos)

To learn more about how third-party services use cookies, please review their respective privacy policies.

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or how we use cookies. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

7. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us:

Taste Forkful
Email: contact@tasteforkful.com
Website: www.tasteforkful.com

By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.