Last Modified: 19-09-2025
This Cookie Policy explains how The Daily Whirl (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit thedailywhirl.com. By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as outlined in this policy.
If you do not agree with the use of cookies, you can disable them in your browser settings or refrain from using our site.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They help websites function properly, enhance your browsing experience, and provide insights for analytics, personalization, and targeted advertising.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on The Daily Whirl:
a. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential to the functionality of our site. They allow for basic features such as page navigation, secure access, and saving your cookie preferences.
Examples: Session tracking, login security, form submission support.
b. Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect aggregated, anonymous data about how visitors use our site. We use them to understand reading behavior and improve food and lifestyle content.
Tool Used:
- Google Analytics – tracks traffic, bounce rates, popular recipes, and article engagement.
You can opt out of Google Analytics using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
c. Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your settings and preferences to improve usability across sessions.
Examples: Remembering display preferences, saved reading layout, or language settings.
d. Advertising & Targeting Cookies
These cookies help deliver ads relevant to your interests and measure ad performance. They prevent repetitive ads and may follow your activity across other websites.
Examples include:
- Google AdSense cookies
- Meta (Facebook) Pixel
- Taboola and other advertising network tags
3. Third-Party Cookies
We work with trusted third parties to support features such as analytics, social sharing, and advertising. These third parties may place their own cookies when you visit our site.
Common partners include:
- Google (Analytics, AdSense)
- Meta (Facebook Pixel)
- Taboola or other contextual ad networks
We do not control third-party cookies. Please review their privacy and cookie policies for more details and opt-out options.
4. How to Manage Cookies
You can control or disable cookies in your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect how some features function or how content is displayed.
Browser Instructions:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and other site data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
For broader ad personalization control, visit YourOnlineChoices.
5. Cookie Consent
When you first visit thedailywhirl.com, a banner will appear to inform you about our cookie usage. By clicking “Accept” or continuing to use the site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
You may withdraw consent at any time by clearing cookies or adjusting your browser preferences.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. Updates will be posted here with a revised modification date.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our Cookie Policy or data use, please contact us at:
Thank you for visiting The Daily Whirl and exploring the world of food, flavor, and lifestyle with us.