This policy applies to “cookies” and other similar technologies used, as appropriate, on the website https://chefnotes.com/ (hereinafter referred to as “the website” or “the platform”) and the applications operated by CHEFNOTES EOOD, registered under UIC 208291677 in the Commercial Register and the Register of Non-Profit Legal Entities with the Registry Agency, with registered office and business address: Sofia, Vitosha residential area, 6 Boris Arsov St., Entrance A, 4th floor, Apt. 84 (hereinafter referred to as CHEFNOTES or the Administrator).
Cookies are used for the following purposes:
to operate and improve the performance of the website,
to analyze the behavior of visitors on the website,
for advertising purposes.
This policy complements the Privacy Policy, which details the personal data collected by the Administrator, the purposes for using such data, your data protection rights, the obligations of the Data Controller, and all necessary information according to Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 April 2016 (GDPR).
Cookies are computer data files—specifically text files—sent by a server and stored on the end user’s device (typically on a computer’s hard drive or a mobile device). These files process information that the online platform may need to adapt to the way the user interacts with the website and to collect statistical data on its usage. Cookies are entirely passive files—they do not contain software, viruses, or spyware and cannot access the hardware information of the user.
Cookies are part of the HTTP protocol used to connect the internet server with the browser. Each such file includes a key (defining the name), values, and a lifespan after which the browser must remove the cookie. Cookies personalize website content based on user preferences and improve usability and customization.
Typical examples of why cookies are important include remembering online privacy preferences, shopping carts, personalized services and content, adapted user access, password memory, child protection filters, and analytics for improving user services.
There are two standard types of cookies: “session” and “persistent.”
Session cookies are temporary and remain until the user leaves the website or closes the browser.
Persistent cookies remain stored for the duration set in the cookie parameters or until manually deleted by the user.
When users access https://chefnotes.com/, the Administrator uses cookies to identify the browser or device. Cookies collect different types of data, usually non-personal (not identifying the user). However, some data may be considered personal depending on their content and use. In such cases, the Privacy Policy also applies.
Using cookies, the Administrator may gather information about user preferences (e.g., number of site visits, viewed or liked recipes/products). Analyzing online behavior helps the Administrator better understand user expectations and personalize the platform.
Anonymous market and statistical analysis may also be performed. Cookie-stored information may be retained after a browser session, allowing recognition upon return visits.
Using cookies, the Administrator may reach users who previously visited the website by displaying content via other sites they browse, aiming to improve the personalized experience.
While the cookies used by the Administrator aim to optimize services, third-party cookies may also be stored through browser plugins or social media content (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, Instagram). These cookies are not managed by the Administrator. Users should refer to the third parties’ own cookie policies for more information.
All browsers allow cookie management through settings. Users may block or delete cookies or configure preferences before visiting the site. However, blocking or deleting cookies may impair full use of the site’s functionalities.
Controlling or disabling cookies is done via browser settings. Full cookie blocking may affect the website’s functionality and performance. Disabling cookies will not prevent all advertising but may limit personalization.
All cookies used on the site are automatically deleted after a certain period based on their purpose. The Administrator does not use cookies beyond the purposes stated in this Cookie Policy.
This Cookie Policy is effective as of May 5, 2025, and remains valid until amended or replaced with a new version published on https://chefnotes.com/.