Cookie Policy
Effective Date: February 26, 2026
Last Updated: February 26, 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
BreadCraft Hub uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site usage, and provide personalized content relevant to home bread maker selection in India.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Functionality: To remember your cookie consent preferences
- Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website and identify areas for improvement
- Personalization: To remember your preferences and provide relevant product recommendations
- Performance: To optimize website loading times and user experience
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Essential for website operation and security. Store your cookie consent choice. | Persistent (1 year) |
| Functional | Remember your preferences such as language and region settings. | Session / Persistent |
| Analytics | Help us understand visitor behavior and improve our content and recommendations. | Persistent (2 years) |
| Marketing | Track your visits to show relevant bread maker recommendations (only with consent). | Persistent (90 days) |
4. Specific Cookies We Use
4.1 First-Party Cookies
- cookieConsent - Stores your cookie acceptance/decline choice (Essential)
- sessionID - Maintains your browsing session (Essential)
- userPreferences - Remembers your settings and preferences (Functional)
4.2 Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set cookies on our behalf:
- Analytics Providers: To measure website traffic and user behavior
- Content Delivery Networks: To optimize content delivery and performance
These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies which we encourage you to review.
5. Cookie Duration
5.1 Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. Used for essential website functionality.
5.2 Persistent Cookies
Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted. Used to remember your preferences across visits.
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
6.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Decline non-essential cookies
Your choice is stored and respected on future visits.
6.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies
Note: Blocking all cookies may limit website functionality.
6.3 Mobile Devices
- iOS: Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies
- Android: Chrome app → Settings → Site settings → Cookies
7. Impact of Declining Cookies
If you decline or block cookies:
- Essential website functions will still work
- Your preferences may not be saved across visits
- We cannot provide personalized bread maker recommendations
- Analytics data will not be collected from your visit
- Some features may not function as intended
8. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to:
- Store your cookie consent preference
- Cache website data for improved performance
- Save form inputs to prevent data loss
Local storage data remains on your device until manually cleared through browser settings.
9. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. While we respect your privacy choices, our website does not currently respond to DNT signals due to lack of industry standards. You can manage cookies directly through your browser settings as described above.
10. Updates to Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology or regulations. We will post updates on this page with a revised date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
11. Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 18, and we do not knowingly collect data from children through cookies or any other means.
12. International Data Transfers
Some cookies may transfer data outside of India to service providers located in other countries. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.
13. Contact Us About Cookies
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us:
BreadCraft Hub
Email: privacy@breadcrafthub.in
Subject: Cookie Policy Inquiry
Address: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
14. Additional Resources
To learn more about cookies and how to manage them: