General Overview
Bowl Buffer is all about easy cooking and a welcoming atmosphere. We don't have user accounts, and we never directly collect your personal info. That means your details aren't shared or sold at any point.
Still, some data might be gathered automatically by outside services we use—things like traffic tracking, showing tailored ads, or embedding videos. This privacy policy is here to break down exactly what gets collected, how we use it, and what Bowl Buffer does to keep your info safe and your privacy protected while you browse our site.
About Third-Party Tools
To keep Bowl Buffer up and running—and let you access our free recipes—we rely on several external tools. These partners help us figure out how folks use the site, support us with advertising, and offer cool extras like videos. Here’s a quick rundown of the main services involved:
- YouTube: Every now and then, we place recipe clips from YouTube on Bowl Buffer. When those videos play, YouTube/Google cookies might get set for things like view stats or playback tracking. If you’re signed into Google, they could connect video plays to your account, but Bowl Buffer never sees this personal data. For more info, check out Google and YouTube's privacy policies.
- Cloudflare Analytics: This tool—provided by Cloudflare—lets us monitor site performance and traffic without any cookies tied to your identity. It's crucial for spotting technical hiccups and making sure Bowl Buffer stays fast and protected. The info Cloudflare collects (like IP addresses and browsing data) is combined and can't identify you personally.
- Google AdSense: With AdSense, you’ll spot ads across our pages, helping keep Bowl Buffer free to use. These ads can be tailored to your browsing patterns using cookies, but Bowl Buffer has no access to details Google uses for personalized ads. Curious about their practices? Check out Google’s privacy policy.
- Google Analytics: This Google tool helps us keep tabs on site visits and user behavior (like popular recipes or time on site) through anonymous stats. Google Analytics may set cookies for this, but Bowl Buffer doesn’t collect information that would identify you as an individual.
Cookies & Your Choices
Cookies are tiny files saved to your device when you visit Bowl Buffer. Both we and our partners use cookies to boost your browsing experience:
- Functional cookies: These keep Bowl Buffer working smoothly by remembering things like your chosen language or your cookie consent choices. If these are turned off, some features may not work right.
- Advertising cookies: Google AdSense uses these to serve you tailored ads based on your interests or browsing activity.
- Analytics cookies: Used by Google Analytics and Cloudflare Analytics, these cookies collect stats on how Bowl Buffer is used. Everything's grouped together, giving us insights to improve our site and recipes without identifying you personally.
By exploring Bowl Buffer, you’re agreeing to these kinds of cookies, as described above. You can always manage or remove cookies using your browser’s settings—most offer options to block, delete, or get alerts before cookies are placed. Just keep in mind, blocking cookies can change how Bowl Buffer and other sites work for you.
Policy Changes
This privacy statement might change from time to time. We’ll update it if our methods change, if we add new features, or to follow new laws and regulations. Any big changes will be clearly highlighted—like a homepage banner or a special announcement.
The updated date at the top shows when Bowl Buffer last reviewed this policy. Feel free to revisit this page now and then, so you’re always in the loop about how we handle your privacy.
Reach Out
Got questions, feedback, or something you’d like to ask about Bowl Buffer’s privacy policy? Don’t hesitate to get in touch! Just send an email to legal@bowlbuffer.com. We’re glad to help and always enjoy hearing from you.
Final Words
Thanks for checking out Bowl Buffer’s privacy policy. By using our site, you accept the steps we take to safeguard your information. We hope these details make you feel informed and confident as you discover our recipes. We appreciate your trust—enjoy browsing Bowl Buffer!