Cookie Policy

Effective Date: August 1, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how CookingConnoisseurs.com (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website.
By continuing to use our site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit—like your preferred language, login details, and other settings—to improve your user experience.
There are two main types of cookies:

• Session cookies: Temporary and deleted when you close your browser.
• Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until deleted manually.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for a variety of reasons, including to:

• Ensure the website functions properly (essential cookies)
• Remember your preferences (e.g., language, class filters, account settings)
• Analyse traffic and user behaviour for performance improvements
• Enable secure logins and account sessions
• Personalize content and recommend relevant classes
• Deliver marketing or promotional content based on your interests (if you’ve consented)

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow trusted third-party partners to place cookies on your device for services such as:

• Analytics: Google Analytics, Hotjar
• Marketing & Advertising: Facebook Pixel, Google Ads, Mailchimp
• Video/Media Hosting: YouTube, Vimeo (for embedded course videos)

These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review.

4. Your Cookie Choices

You have control over how cookies are used:

• Cookie Consent Banner: When you visit our site, we present a cookie banner allowing you to accept or manage cookie preferences.
• Browser Settings: You can disable or delete cookies via your browser settings. However, this may affect the functionality of certain features.
• Opt-Out Tools: You can opt out of targeted advertising via YourAdChoices or Network Advertising Initiative.

Note: Disabling some cookies may limit your ability to fully use our website or participate in classes.

5. How Long Are Cookies Stored?

Cookie retention varies based on the type:

• Session cookies expire when you close your browser.
• Persistent cookies typically remain for 30 days to 2 years, depending on their purpose.

You can manually delete cookies at any time from your browser settings.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in the law, our practices, or for operational reasons. The latest version will always be available on this page with an updated effective date.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact:
📧 support@cookingconnoisseurs.com
📍 8000 Avalon Boulevard, Suites 100 and 200, Alpharetta, GA 30009

Your privacy and trust are important to us. Thank you for being part of the CookingConnoisseurs.com community.