Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember information about your visit, such as your language preference, login status, or items you have added to a shopping cart. Cookies enable us to improve the functionality, security, and overall experience of mumdishdelights (https://mumdishdelights.com). While some cookies are essential for the site to work, others are used for analytics, advertising, and personalisation.

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of the website. They enable core features such as navigation, secure login, and the ability to add items to your cart. Without these cookies, the site would not function correctly. Examples include:

• session_id – Keeps you logged in during a browsing session.
• csrf_token – Protects against cross‑site request forgery attacks.
• cart_items – Stores the items you have placed in your shopping cart.

2. Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our site. These cookies collect information such as pages visited, time spent on each page, and the source that referred you to the site. The data is aggregated and anonymised, helping us improve content, navigation, and overall performance.

• _ga – Distinguishes unique users.
• _gid – Tracks user activity across sessions.
• _gat – Controls the rate of data collection.

3. Social Media Cookies

To enable sharing of our recipes and products on social platforms, we embed social media widgets from Pinterest, Instagram, and Facebook. These cookies allow you to like, share, or follow us directly from the site and also help the platforms deliver relevant ads based on your interaction.

• _pinterest_sess – Stores your Pinterest session.
• fbm_ – Facebook tracking for social plugins.
• insta_ – Instagram integration cookie.

4. Preference Cookies

Preference cookies remember choices you make on the site, such as language, region, or display settings. They help us present a more personalised experience each time you return.

• lang_pref – Stores your preferred language.
• theme_mode – Remembers light or dark mode selection.

How We Use Cookies

The primary purposes for which we deploy cookies are:

1. Ensuring the website functions correctly and securely (essential cookies).
2. Collecting anonymised usage data to improve site performance and user experience (analytics).
3. Facilitating social sharing and enabling social media features (social media cookies).
4. Remembering your preferences to make future visits smoother (preference cookies).

We do not sell or share personal data collected via cookies with third parties, except when required for the operation of the respective service (e.g., Google Analytics or social media platforms). All third‑party providers have their own privacy policies that you can review directly on their sites.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have the right to control or disable cookies at any time. Below are general instructions for the most commonly used browsers. The steps may vary slightly depending on the version you are using.

Google Chrome

1. Click the three‑dot menu ► Settings.
2. Scroll down and select Privacy and security ► Cookies and other site data.
3. Choose “Block third‑party cookies” or manage exceptions for mumdishdelights.com.

Mozilla Firefox

1. Open the hamburger menu ► Options (or Preferences on macOS).
2. Go to Privacy & Security ► Cookies and Site Data.
3. Select “Block third‑party cookies” or click “Manage Permissions” to allow or block cookies for specific sites.

Apple Safari

1. Choose Safari ► Preferences ► Privacy.
2. Check “Block all cookies” to prevent any cookies, or use “Manage Website Data” to remove cookies for specific domains.

Microsoft Edge

1. Click the three‑dot menu ► Settings.
2. Select Cookies and site permissions ► Manage and delete cookies and site data.
3. Toggle “Block third‑party cookies” or add mumdishdelights.com to the “Allow” list.

After adjusting your settings, you may need to clear existing cookies for the changes to take effect. Most browsers provide a “Clear browsing data” option where you can select “Cookies and other site data.”

Your Rights & Choices

In addition to managing cookies through your browser, you may also:

• Opt‑out of Google Analytics tracking using the Google Analytics Opt‑Out Browser Add‑on.
• Disable social media tracking by using the privacy settings provided by Pinterest, Instagram, and Facebook.
• Contact us directly to request the removal of any personal data we may have collected.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, need assistance with managing your preferences, or wish to exercise your data‑protection rights, please reach out to us at:

contact@mumdishdelights.com

We strive to respond to all inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.