General Introduction
Maple Lumen focuses on providing straightforward recipes in a friendly atmosphere. We don't require you to create an account, and we never ask for your personal details directly. That means we don't sell or hand over your information—ever.
Still, it's only fair to let you know that some data could be gathered automatically by external tools we use to make Maple Lumen better for you (for example, analytics, tailored ads, or video embeds). In this privacy overview, we’ll explain what gets collected by those tools, how we keep your info safe, and what it all means when you browse Maple Lumen.
Third-party services used
We rely on select outside services to ensure Maple Lumen runs smoothly and stays free for everyone. These help us gauge site activity, support our content using ads, and enhance your experience with videos. Here’s a rundown of the major third-party platforms you’ll encounter with us:
- YouTube: Occasionally, you’ll spot recipe videos right on our pages courtesy of YouTube. If you watch a video on Maple Lumen, YouTube (part of Google) might set cookies to track play stats (like total views). If you're already signed in to Google, those plays may connect to your Google profile, though Maple Lumen never sees that info. You can check YouTube and Google policies for more details.
- Cloudflare Analytics: This traffic monitor helps Maple Lumen keep an eye on performance and spots technical hiccups—without using cookies that can identify you. Cloudflare collects things like IP addresses and browsing data, but only in aggregate, with no individual identification.
- Google AdSense: To keep the recipes coming at no cost to you, we run ads powered by Google AdSense. These may tailor ads to what interests you, based on how you browse. While AdSense relies on cookies to help choose the ads, Maple Lumen can't peek at your individual data. Learn more about how this info may be used in Google’s privacy pages.
- Google Analytics: We utilize this tool to anonymously track traffic stats—think which pages folks like or how long visits last. It’s a great way to see which Maple Lumen recipes are a hit and where we can improve things. Google Analytics sometimes uses cookies, but Maple Lumen won’t see anything that identifies you personally.
Cookies and consent
Cookies are tiny text files set on your device when you visit websites. Maple Lumen, along with our selected partners, uses cookies to make your browsing smoother and more personalized:
- Advertising cookies: Google AdSense sets these so you’ll see ads that fit your preferences or browsing style.
- Analytics cookies: Google Analytics and Cloudflare Analytics use these to gather insights about how visitors use Maple Lumen. The info is combined together and helps us tweak both content and performance.
- Functional cookies: These essentials let Maple Lumen remember things like your chosen language or privacy preferences. Skip them, and some features could stop working properly.
When you use Maple Lumen, you agree to this cookie use. If you’d rather not have certain cookies, you can tweak your browser’s settings—most will let you block, delete, or get a heads-up before new cookies land. Just remember, turning off cookies could change how Maple Lumen and other websites work for you.
Changes to this policy
Our privacy policy may get revised from time to time. If there are big changes—like new services, updates to how we do things, or shifts due to regulations—we’ll clearly flag it on Maple Lumen (think a homepage banner or special alert).
Check the date up top to see the most recent update. We recommend giving this page a look now and then to stay in the loop about how Maple Lumen handles your info.
Contact
Got questions, concerns, or a specific request about Maple Lumen's privacy practices? Shoot us an email at legal@maplelumen.com. We're always glad to connect and help you out.
Conclusion
Thanks for taking a few minutes to read about privacy at Maple Lumen. By browsing our site, you agree to how we collect and use data as explained here. We want you to feel safe while enjoying our recipes. Thanks for trusting Maple Lumen—happy cooking!