Last Updated: July 20, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how SavorySpiral.com (“Savory Spiral,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website located at https://savoryspiral.com (the “Site”). It should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
By continuing to browse or use the Site, you agree that we can store and access cookies and similar technologies as described in this Policy. If you do not agree, please disable cookies using your browser settings or the consent tools provided (where applicable).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work, improve efficiency, and provide reporting information. Some cookies are set by us (first‑party cookies); others by third parties (third‑party cookies).
2. Key Terms
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device until they expire or are deleted.
- First‑Party Cookies: Set directly by our Site.
- Third‑Party Cookies: Set by external services (e.g., analytics, ad networks, embedded content providers).
- Similar Technologies: Including local storage, pixels, tags, scripts, SDKs, beacons.
3. Legal Bases (EEA/UK Visitors)
Where GDPR/UK GDPR applies, we rely on: (a) consent for non‑essential cookies (analytics, advertising), and (b) legitimate interests or necessary for performance of a contract for strictly necessary cookies.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
| Category | Purpose | Examples of Data | Is It Essential? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Enable core features: security, page navigation, basic load balancing, cookie consent storage. | Session ID, security tokens. | Yes |
| Performance / Analytics | Understand how visitors use the Site to improve recipes, layout, and content strategy. | Pages viewed, scroll depth, referrers, device type, aggregate time on page. | No |
| Functional | Remember preferences (e.g., measurement units, saved favorites) and enhance personalization. | Language, region, user choices. | No (but may degrade experience) |
| Advertising / Marketing (If Enabled) | Deliver or measure relevant promotions, affiliate tracking, or sponsored placements. | Click tracking, affiliate IDs, hashed IP/location approximations. | No |
| Social Media / Embedded Content | Allow you to interact with social widgets (Pinterest “Pin,” Instagram embeds) or play hosted media. | Interaction metrics, user agent, timestamps. | No |
Note: At present we do not run behaviorally targeted display ads directly, but we may use limited affiliate links and embedded third‑party players that set their own cookies. Update this table if practices change.
5. Specific Cookies (Illustrative)
Below is an indicative list. Actual cookies may change as we refine the Site.
| Name | Provider | Type | Purpose | Duration | Essential |
| __cf_bm / __cfduid | Cloudflare (if used) | First‑party | Security & bot management | 30 min / Up to 30 days | Yes |
| cookie_consent_status | Savory Spiral | First‑party | Stores user consent selections | 6 months | Yes |
| _ga, _gid, _gat | Google Analytics (if implemented) | Third‑party | Usage analytics & performance insights | 24 hrs to 2 yrs | No |
| ga* | Google Analytics 4 | Third‑party | Session & event tracking | 2 yrs | No |
| affiliate_click | Savory Spiral | First‑party | Track outbound affiliate link performance | 30 days | No |
| Pinterest / Instagram cookies | Pinterest / Meta | Third‑party | Embedded social content display & metrics | Varies (session to 1 yr+) | No |
If we implement a Consent Management Platform (“CMP”), the CMP may set its own cookies to record and honor your selections.
6. Third‑Party Integrations
We may embed or link to third‑party services (e.g., Pinterest pins, Instagram posts, video players). These providers may set cookies outside of our control. Review their respective privacy/cookie notices for details. Disabling these cookies may limit certain media or social features.
7. Managing Cookies
Browser Settings
Most browsers let you refuse or delete cookies. Methods vary—consult your browser’s help section. Blocking all cookies may impair essential Site functionality.
Consent Tool (If Provided)
On your first visit (and periodically after), you may be presented with a banner/pop‑up to manage non‑essential cookie categories. You can adjust or withdraw consent at any time via the “Cookie Settings” link (to be placed in footer) or by clearing your browser cookies.
Analytics Opt‑Out
If using Google Analytics, you can install the Google Analytics Opt‑out Browser Add‑on. Some browsers also offer Global Privacy Control (“GPC”) signals; where legally required, we will treat applicable signals as opt‑out or limited consent for non‑essential cookies.
8. Do Not Track Signals
Currently, our Site does not respond to most browser “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals due to lack of industry consensus. We will adjust if standards emerge.
9. International Transfers
Where personal data is transferred outside the EEA/UK, we rely on appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) where required by law.
10. Children
Our Site is not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly place cookies to profile children. If you believe a child has provided personal information or consented to non‑essential cookies, contact us to remove it.
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory changes. Changes are effective when posted with an updated “Last Updated” date. Material changes may be communicated via notice on the Site.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Policy, contact us:
Savory Spiral
155 N 1st Ave, Hillsboro, OR 97124
Email: contact@savoryspiral.com
Subject Line: “Cookie Policy Inquiry”
