General Introduction
Sweet Ward is all about easy, welcoming recipe inspiration. You won't need an account, and we don't actively gather your personal details. We never sell or share your private info, either.
Still, we want to let you know how some info might get collected automatically through other platforms that we work with. This can be for things like understanding visitor stats, showing relevant ads, or featuring embedded recipe videos. This privacy page is here to give you a clear, straightforward explanation of what data might be collected, and what Sweet Ward does to look after your privacy and peace of mind.
Our use of third-party tools
To keep Sweet Ward running smoothly and all our recipes free, we rely on several third-party tools. These providers help us figure out what you like, deliver ads that keep Sweet Ward going, and let us add helpful videos. Here's an overview of the main platforms Sweet Ward partners with:
- YouTube: Some recipe pages feature YouTube videos. Watching them could let YouTube (run by Google) set cookies to count views and measure engagement. If you're signed into your Google account, YouTube may connect your activity to your profile, but Sweet Ward never accesses that info. You're welcome to review their privacy policy for more details.
- Cloudflare Analytics: Cloudflare gives us tools to keep Sweet Ward fast, secure, and trouble-free. It shows general site stats and may gather info like IPs or browsing activity, but this data can't identify you personally. Cookies for tracking aren't used with Cloudflare Analytics.
- Google AdSense: Ads on Sweet Ward come from Google AdSense. These advertisements make it possible for us to offer everything at no cost to you. AdSense might use cookies to tailor ads based on your visits, but Sweet Ward doesn't access the personal info Google uses for this. You can check out Google's privacy policy for specifics.
- Google Analytics: Sweet Ward uses Google's analytics tools to get insights into visitor behavior, such as popular pages or time spent on site. Data collected is anonymous and is used to help us make Sweet Ward even better. Google Analytics utilizes cookies, but Sweet Ward never sees info tied to you directly.
Cookies and Consent
When you browse Sweet Ward, small text files called cookies can be saved on your device. Both Sweet Ward and our partners use cookies so your experience is smoother:
- Advertising cookies: Google AdSense relies on these to display ads that are relevant to you. These cookies track things like browsing habits or likes so ads fit your interests better.
- Analytics cookies: Both Cloudflare Analytics and Google Analytics use these to learn how people navigate and use Sweet Ward as a whole. Info is collected in bulk so we can't single anyone out. This helps Sweet Ward improve and respond to what users want most.
- Essential cookies: These are needed so Sweet Ward works as it should—like remembering what language you chose, or if you accepted cookie terms. If you block them, a few site features might not do their job.
By enjoying Sweet Ward, you agree to cookies as explained here. You can tweak cookie settings or delete them anytime right from your browser settings. Most browsers let you reject, manage, or get alerts about cookies. If you decide to block cookies, it may impact how Sweet Ward or other sites function for you.
How we update our privacy info
We may occasionally update this privacy notice to match new laws, changes in Sweet Ward's practices, or as we add fresh services. If anything important changes, we'll make it obvious, such as a notice on Sweet Ward's front page or a dedicated message.
You'll find the most recent update date at the top of this page. We recommend stopping by from time to time so you're always in the loop about how Sweet Ward protects your personal info.
Contact
Questions or feedback about Sweet Ward's privacy policy? Please feel free to get in touch. Drop us a line anytime at legal@sweetward.com. We're always ready to hear from you, and we love helping out our Sweet Ward community.
Wrapping Up
We're glad you took a moment to review Sweet Ward's privacy info. By browsing Sweet Ward, you're accepting these policies for your data's safety. We hope this clears things up and lets you enjoy exploring our recipes with full confidence. Thanks for trusting us, and happy cooking!