Last Updated: 02/05/2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Emily Chicken (emilychicken.com) uses them, and your choices regarding their use.
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 to provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be “persistent” (remaining on your device until deleted) or “session” cookies (deleted when you close your browser).
How We Use Cookies
Emily Chicken uses cookies for the following purposes:
1. Essential Cookies
Required for the website to function properly.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session cookies | Maintain your session while browsing | Session |
| Security cookies | Protect against cross-site request forgery | Session |
| Cookie consent | Remember your cookie preferences | 1 year |
These cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for basic website functionality.
2. Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use our website.
We use Google Analytics to collect anonymized information about:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- How you arrived at our site
- General geographic location (country/city level)
- Browser and device type
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique visitors | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes unique visitors | 24 hours |
| _gat | Limits request rate | 1 minute |
Google Analytics data helps us improve content and user experience. This data is anonymized and cannot identify you personally.
Google Analytics Opt-Out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
3. Advertising Cookies
Used to deliver relevant advertisements.
We use Google AdSense and other advertising partners to display ads on this Website. These services use cookies to:
- Serve ads based on your interests and browsing history
- Limit how many times you see a particular ad
- Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
- Personalize ad content
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Various | Google AdSense | Personalized advertising |
| Various | DoubleClick | Ad serving and measurement |
Google and third-party vendors use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this Website and other sites across the Internet.
4. Social Media Cookies
Set when you interact with social sharing features.
If you use social sharing buttons (Pinterest, Facebook, etc.), those platforms may set cookies. These cookies are governed by the respective platform’s privacy policy.
5. Comment Cookies
Set when you leave a comment.
If you leave a comment on a recipe, cookies may be set to:
- Save your name and email for future comments (optional)
- Prevent spam submissions
These cookies typically last for one year.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on this Website are placed by third parties. We do not control these cookies. Third parties that may set cookies include:
- Google (Analytics and AdSense)
- Amazon (when you click affiliate links)
- Social media platforms
- Embedded video providers (YouTube)
Please refer to these third parties’ privacy policies for information about their cookies.
Your Cookie Choices
You have several options for managing cookies:
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are set
- Delete individual or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific or all sites
- Block third-party cookies
Common browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Privacy → Cookies
Opt-Out Tools
- Google Ads: https://www.google.com/settings/ads
- Google Analytics: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Network Advertising Initiative: http://optout.networkadvertising.org
- Digital Advertising Alliance: http://optout.aboutads.info
- Your Online Choices (EU): http://www.youronlinechoices.eu
Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” setting. Our Website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, as there is no industry standard for compliance.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, please be aware that:
- Some website features may not function properly
- You may need to manually enter information each visit
- Your preferences may not be saved
- You will still see ads, but they may be less relevant to you
Consent
By continuing to use this Website after seeing our cookie notice, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA) and UK: We will obtain your explicit consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device. You can modify your consent at any time through our cookie settings.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our practices. The “Last Updated” date at the top indicates when the policy was last revised.
Contact Us
Questions about cookies? Contact us at:
📧 Email: privacy@emilychicken.com