Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Website: https://legendsrecipes.com (“Legends Recipes”, “we”, “us”, or “our”)
This Cookie Policy explains how Legends Recipes uses cookies and similar tracking technologies (pixels, web beacons, local storage) when you visit our website. This policy complies with the EU ePrivacy Directive, GDPR / RGPD (Article 7 & 13), and US data protection standards.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, smartphone, or tablet when you visit a website. They allow the website to remember your actions, preferences (such as consent status), and browsing habits over a period of time.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies (Essential)
These cookies are required for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like security, session management, and accessibility. You cannot switch off these cookies in our systems.
B. Analytical / Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with Legends Recipes by collecting anonymized statistics (e.g., page views, traffic sources, bounce rate).
- Service: Google Analytics 4 (IP anonymization enabled).
C. Advertising & Targeting Cookies
These cookies are set by our advertising partners (such as Google AdSense) to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant, non-intrusive advertisements on Legends Recipes.
- Provider: Google AdSense / Google DoubleClick.
3. Managing Your Cookie Consent (RGPD / GDPR Rights)
A. Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit Legends Recipes from the European Union (EEA) or UK, a GDPR / RGPD compliant Cookie Banner will appear requesting your explicit consent before any non-essential cookies are placed on your device.
B. How to Withdraw or Modify Consent
You have the legal right to change your cookie preferences or withdraw consent at any time via your browser settings:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Block all cookies
4. Third-Party Opt-Out Portals
You can opt out of targeted behavioral advertising globally using these industry portals:
- EU Users (EDAA): http://www.youronlinechoices.eu
- US Users (NAI): http://optout.networkadvertising.org
- Google Ad Settings: https://adssettings.google.com
