Effective Date: July 26, 2026
This Cookies Policy explains how The Cookly (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit thecookly.com.
By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge that cookies and similar technologies may be used as described in this policy, subject to any choices or consent options made available to you.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website.
Cookies help websites function properly, remember preferences, understand how visitors use the site, improve performance, and support services such as analytics and advertising.
Some cookies are deleted when you close your browser, while others may remain on your device for a specified period of time.
How We Use Cookies
The Cookly may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep the website functioning properly
- Remember visitor preferences and settings
- Improve website speed and performance
- Understand how visitors interact with our content
- Measure traffic and website usage
- Identify popular recipes and pages
- Help prevent fraud, spam, or security issues
- Measure advertising performance
- Deliver relevant advertisements where permitted
- Track affiliate referrals and commissions
Types of Cookies We May Use
Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are necessary for certain parts of the website to operate correctly.
They may be used for functions such as website security, cookie preferences, form submissions, and basic website functionality.
Because these cookies are necessary for the website to work, they generally cannot be disabled through our website’s cookie settings.
Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use The Cookly.
They may collect information such as:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Traffic sources
- Browser type
- Device type
- Approximate geographic location
- Website interactions
We may use third-party analytics providers, such as Google Analytics or similar services, to help us analyze website traffic and improve our content.
Advertising Cookies
We may work with third-party advertising providers to display advertisements on The Cookly.
Advertising partners may use cookies, pixels, or similar technologies to:
- Display advertisements
- Measure ad performance
- Limit how often an advertisement is shown
- Understand interactions with advertisements
- Personalize advertisements where permitted by applicable law and user consent
Third-party advertising providers may also collect information about your visits to other websites according to their own privacy policies.
Affiliate Cookies
Some content on The Cookly may include affiliate links.
When you click an affiliate link, a cookie may be placed on your device so that the retailer or affiliate network can identify that you were referred by our website.
If you later make a qualifying purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.
Preference and Functionality Cookies
These cookies may help remember choices you make while using the website, such as:
- Cookie consent preferences
- Language preferences
- Display settings
- Other website preferences
These cookies can make future visits more convenient and personalized.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies used on The Cookly may be placed by third-party services rather than directly by us.
Third-party services may include:
- Analytics providers
- Advertising networks
- Social media platforms
- Video hosting providers
- Affiliate networks
- Email marketing services
- Website security services
- Embedded content providers
These third parties may use cookies and other tracking technologies according to their own privacy policies.
We do not directly control cookies placed independently by third-party providers.
Google Services
We may use Google services, including services such as Google Analytics, Google AdSense, or other Google advertising and measurement products.
Google may use cookies and related technologies to collect information about how visitors interact with our website and advertisements.
Where required by applicable law, advertising cookies or personalized advertising technologies will be used subject to the visitor’s consent choices.
For more information about Google’s privacy practices and how Google uses information from websites and apps that use its services, please refer to Google’s privacy resources.
Embedded Content
Our website may include embedded content from third-party websites, such as:
- YouTube videos
- Pinterest content
- Instagram posts
- Facebook content
- Recipe tools
- Other external media
Embedded content may behave as though you visited the third-party website directly.
These third parties may place cookies, collect information, and track your interaction with the embedded content according to their own policies.
How Long Do Cookies Last?
Cookies may be either session cookies or persistent cookies.
Session cookies generally expire when you close your browser.
Persistent cookies remain on your device until they expire or are manually deleted.
The exact duration of a cookie depends on its purpose and the provider that placed it.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Where required, The Cookly may provide a cookie consent banner or preference tool that allows you to accept, reject, or manage certain categories of cookies.
You can also manage cookies through your web browser.
Most browsers allow you to:
- View stored cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Block certain cookies
- Block all cookies
- Receive a warning before cookies are stored
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality or performance of the website.
Browser Settings
Cookie settings can usually be found in your browser’s privacy or security settings.
Popular browsers generally provide controls for managing cookies, including:
- Google Chrome
- Safari
- Mozilla Firefox
- Microsoft Edge
Please refer to your browser’s official support documentation for instructions specific to your device and browser version.
Your Privacy Choices
Depending on where you live, privacy laws may provide additional rights regarding cookies, targeted advertising, or the processing of personal information.
Where applicable, you may be able to:
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Withdraw previously provided consent
- Opt out of certain targeted advertising activities
- Request information about how personal information is used
For privacy-related requests or questions, contact us at:
Do Not Track and Global Privacy Signals
Some browsers and devices offer privacy preference signals, such as “Do Not Track” or other browser-based opt-out mechanisms.
Where legally required and technically supported, we may respond to recognized privacy preference signals.
Because standards for these signals continue to evolve, their availability and effect may vary by browser, device, and jurisdiction.
Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our website, technologies, legal requirements, or third-party services.
When we make changes, we may update the Effective Date shown at the top of this page.
We encourage visitors to review this Cookies Policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy or how cookies are used on The Cookly, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Website: thecookly.com