Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 10/02/2025

At Past Taste, we want to make your experience on our website as smooth and enjoyable as possible. To do that, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve functionality, analyze site performance, and provide relevant content, including ads.

This Cookie Policy outlines what cookies are, how we utilize them, and the options available for managing your preferences.

1- What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files saved on your device when you access a website. They help websites remember your preferences, track visitor activity, and improve overall functionality.

Cookies can be:

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

2- How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:
✅ Enhance user experience – Remember your preferences and improve site navigation.
✅ Analyze website traffic – Understand how visitors use our site and make improvements.
✅ Serve relevant ads – Display personalized advertisements through Google AdSense.
✅ Ensure website security – Protect against spam and fraudulent activity.

3- Types of Cookies We Use

A. Essential Cookies (Required for Functionality)

These cookies are necessary for our site to work properly. They allow you to navigate pages, access secure areas, and use essential features.

B. Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our site, which pages are most popular, and how we can improve content. We use:

  • Google Analytics – Monitors website activity and visitor interactions.

C. Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences, such as:

  • Your language settings
  • Your dark/light mode preferences

D. Advertising & Third-Party Cookies

We collaborate with third-party providers, such as Google AdSense, to deliver ads that align with user interests:

  • Track browsing activity to serve personalized ads.
  • Help advertisers measure ad effectiveness.

💡 You can opt out of personalized advertising here:
🔗 Google Ads Settings
🔗 Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out

4- How to Manage or Disable Cookies

You can control or disable cookies in your browser settings. Here’s how:

You can also reject non-essential cookies through the cookie consent banner that appears when you visit Past Taste (for users in the EU/UK).

5- Third-Party Cookies

Some third-party services (Google, social media platforms, and advertisers) may place cookies on your device when you visit our site. These are used for:

  • Ad personalization (Google AdSense)
  • Social media integration (e.g., sharing buttons for Pinterest, Facebook)
  • Analytics and performance tracking

We encourage you to review Google’s Privacy & Terms:
🔗 Google’s Privacy Policy

6- Cookie Consent & GDPR Compliance

For visitors in the European Economic Area (EEA) and UK, we comply with GDPR regulations by:

  • Displaying a cookie consent banner when you first visit our site.
  • Giving you the option to accept, reject, or customize your cookie preferences.
  • Providing details on how to disable tracking technologies.

By continuing to use our website, you agree to our use of cookies unless you disable them in your browser settings.

7- CCPA Compliance (For California Users)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), residents of California are entitled to the following rights:
✔ Be informed about the personal data collected and the purposes for which it is used.
✔ Request deletion of personal data
✔ Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data

Past Taste does not sell personal data, but we do use advertising services (Google AdSense) that may involve data tracking.

To make a CCPA-related request, email us at [Insert Your Email] with the subject “CCPA Data Request.”

8- How Long Do Cookies Stay on Your Device?

Cookies have different expiration times:

  • Session cookies – Deleted when you close your browser.
  • Persistent cookies – Stay on your device for up to 12 months or until manually deleted.

9- Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy as regulations change or as we add new features. The last update date is always displayed at the top of this page.

We recommend checking this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

10- Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or need help managing your preferences, feel free to contact us:

📧 Email: [email protected]
🌍 Website: www.pasttaste.com

We take your privacy seriously and are happy to assist with any concerns.