General Introduction
Plum Brine is a recipe site focused on keeping things easy and enjoyable. We don't require user sign-ups and never gather your personal info ourselves. That means we don't sell or give away any data about you.
That said, we want you to know how a few third-party tools might automatically collect certain information. This could be for things like traffic stats, customized ads, or embedded videos to enhance your time here. This privacy policy is here to explain what happens, why it happens, and the ways Plum Brine protects you while you're browsing our site.
Third-party services used
To keep Plum Brine running smoothly—and to keep recipes free—we rely on several outside services. They help us get insights into site use, fund our content with ads, and embed helpful videos. Here are the key third-party providers you'll encounter:
- Google Analytics: This Google-owned tool tracks anonymous stats about how folks use our site (like which pages are popular or how long people stay). It helps us see what works and make improvements. Google Analytics may use cookies for tracking, but Plum Brine doesn’t get any info that personally identifies you.
- Google AdSense: Google’s ad platform lets us display ads on Plum Brine. These ads help us pay the bills and keep our content free. AdSense might use cookies so it can show you ads that match your interests. We don’t see the personal details Google uses behind the scenes. If you want to know more, check out Google’s privacy policy.
- Cloudflare Analytics: Cloudflare provides site analytics that let us see how Plum Brine is performing. Unlike some trackers, it doesn’t rely on identifying cookies. The data is combined for trends and isn’t tied back to you. It helps us keep the site speedy and catch technical hiccups, but never singles you out.
- YouTube: When we embed video recipes from YouTube (which is part of Google), watching those videos may let YouTube/Google drop cookies to count views or track playback. If you’re signed into your Google account, YouTube could link views to your profile, but Plum Brine doesn’t get this data. For details, check Google/YouTube’s privacy pages.
Cookies and consent
Cookies are tiny files stored on your device when you visit websites. Plum Brine, along with some partners, uses cookies to make your browsing smoother:
- Functional cookies: These are basic cookies that let the site work as expected—for example, remembering your language or privacy options. If they’re turned off, some features may break.
- Analytics cookies: Google Analytics and Cloudflare Analytics use these to get anonymous data on traffic and behavior. We use this info to see how people move around Plum Brine so we can improve speed and content.
- Ad cookies: Set by Google AdSense, these track your interests or habits so they can show you ads that fit you better.
When you use Plum Brine, you agree to the cookies described here. Want more control? Your browser lets you block, delete, or manage cookie settings. If you turn cookies off, though, some features on Plum Brine (and other sites) might not work right.
Changes to this policy
We might update this privacy policy if our practices change, if we add new services, or if laws require it. If there are major changes, Plum Brine will clearly let you know—maybe with a note on our homepage or a special notification.
You can always tell when this policy changed by checking the date at the top. We recommend coming back now and then to stay up to speed on how we protect your privacy.
Contact
Got any questions or need more info about our privacy policy? Feel free to reach out to us. Just send an email to legal@plumbrine.com. Plum Brine is always glad to help or chat with our visitors.
Conclusion
Thanks for checking out our privacy policy. By using Plum Brine, you’re agreeing to the practices and protections outlined here. We hope this brings you peace of mind and helps you enjoy our recipes worry-free. We appreciate your trust—happy cooking!