General Introduction
Dude Snack is all about easy recipes and a laid-back vibe. You don't need an account, and we won't ask for your personal details. We never sell or share your information.
Still, we want to keep things clear and honest about how some data might get collected automatically by outside platforms that help us make your visit better (like traffic stats, personalized ads, or embedded videos). This privacy notice lays out our approach and how Dude Snack keeps your info and privacy safe while you're browsing our site.
Third-party services used
To keep Dude Snack running smoothly and provide free recipes, we tap into a few handy third-party services. These partners help us figure out how people use the site, pay the bills through ads, and add some cool video content. Check out our main third-party platforms below:
- Google Analytics: This is Google's tool for audience insights, collecting anonymous site traffic stats (like which pages get clicked and how long you stay). It helps us spot which recipes you love and guides site improvements. Google Analytics uses cookies for tracking, but Dude Snack doesn't collect anything that can identify you.
- Google AdSense: Google's ad network lets us show ads on Dude Snack. Ad revenue helps keep our content free. AdSense uses cookies to show ads based on your browsing. Dude Snack can't see or access any personal info Google uses for ad targeting. For more details, check Google's privacy policy.
- Cloudflare Analytics: We use Cloudflare to watch over web traffic and site performance, without cookies that pinpoint who you are. This helps us catch tech hiccups and make sure the site is speedy and secure. Info like your IP address gets lumped together and isn't used to directly identify you.
- YouTube: Sometimes you'll see videos from YouTube embedded in our recipes (YouTube's part of Google). Watching videos might put YouTube/Google cookies on your device to collect stats or track plays (like view counts). If you're signed into Google, YouTube could link your viewing to your account—but none of that data's shared with Dude Snack. Visit YouTube/Google's privacy policy for more info.
Cookies and consent
Cookies are tiny text files that get saved on your device when you land on a site. Dude Snack and our third-party partners use cookies to help you get a smoother experience online:
- Functional cookies: They’re the basics that let the site work as it should (think remembering your language or choices about consent). Without 'em, some Dude Snack features just won't work.
- Analytics cookies: Used by platforms like Google Analytics and Cloudflare Analytics, these gather overall site traffic details. The data’s bundled up so we can figure out how folks browse Dude Snack and use it to boost site performance and improve recipes.
- Advertising cookies: AdSense uses these cookies to show you ads. They log interests or how you browse to deliver ads that matter most to you.
By using Dude Snack, you're saying OK to cookies as described up above. You’re always free to tweak or clear cookies in your browser settings. Most browsers let you block or remove cookies, or send you a heads-up before they're set. Heads up: turning off cookies can affect how Dude Snack and other sites work for you.
Changes to this policy
Dude Snack's privacy policy could change over time. We might refresh it to match up with new platform changes, add new features, or stay up-to-date with regulations. If something important shifts, we'll make it clear on dudesnack.com (like a homepage alert or a special notification).
The revision date at the top shows when we last gave this policy a tune-up. It's a good idea to check back now and then to keep up with how Dude Snack handles privacy.
Contact
If you want to reach out about our privacy details, have feedback, or need help—just send us a line. Email us anytime at [email protected]. Dude Snack loves chatting with users and answering any questions you've got.
Conclusion
Thanks for taking the time to check out our privacy info. By using Dude Snack, you're agreeing to the data protection practices we described above. We hope these details make you feel good about visiting and keep you confident as you check out our recipes. Thanks for trusting us—enjoy your snacks!