Cookie Policy
Updated July 2025
At FoodSpring, we use cookies and similar technologies to provide a better browsing experience, improve our website, understand how visitors interact with our content, and support our mission of helping communities facing hunger. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use, and the choices you have regarding their use.
By using the FoodSpring website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. If you do not wish to accept cookies, you may adjust your browser settings or cookie preferences at any time. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of some parts of our website.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your actions and preferences over time, making future visits faster and more convenient.
Cookies may be:
Session Cookies, which are temporary and automatically deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies, which remain on your device until they expire or are manually deleted.
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, local storage, and analytics tools that help us understand website usage and improve our online services.
Why We Use Cookies
FoodSpring uses cookies to support the operation of our website and to provide visitors with a secure, reliable, and personalized experience. Cookies help us:
Ensure the website functions correctly.
Remember your preferences and settings.
Improve website speed and performance.
Understand how visitors use our website.
Analyze traffic and visitor trends.
Enhance website security.
Support online donation functionality.
Improve accessibility and user experience.
Measure the effectiveness of our campaigns and communications.
Help us better serve supporters, donors, volunteers, and community members.
We do not use cookies to sell your personal information or to track your activity for unrelated advertising purposes.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are required for the basic operation of the FoodSpring website. These cookies enable important features such as page navigation, secure browsing, form submissions, and access to website functionality. Without these cookies, some services may not work properly.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
Performance and analytics cookies collect anonymous information about how visitors interact with our website. This information helps us understand which pages are most useful, identify technical issues, and continuously improve website performance.
These cookies may collect information such as:
Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Navigation paths
Browser type
Device type
Operating system
General location (such as country or region)
Referral sources
Website performance metrics
The information collected is generally aggregated and does not directly identify individual visitors.
Functionality Cookies
Functionality cookies remember choices you make during your visit, such as language preferences or other personalized settings. These cookies help provide a smoother and more customized browsing experience whenever you return to our website.
Security Cookies
Security cookies help protect our website and visitors by detecting suspicious activity, preventing fraudulent use, and supporting secure access to forms and donation pages.
Third-Party Cookies
FoodSpring may use trusted third-party services to support website functionality and operations. These services may place cookies on your device in accordance with their own privacy policies.
Examples may include:
Website analytics providers
Donation processing platforms
Spam prevention and security services
Embedded videos
Interactive maps
Social media integrations
Email subscription services
FoodSpring does not control how third-party providers use their cookies. We encourage you to review their respective privacy and cookie policies before using their services.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have control over how cookies are used on your device. Most web browsers allow you to:
Accept all cookies.
Block all cookies.
Block only certain types of cookies.
Delete existing cookies.
Receive notifications before cookies are stored.
If you choose to disable or delete cookies, some features of the FoodSpring website—including donation forms, saved preferences, or interactive content—may not function as intended.
Instructions for managing cookies can usually be found within your browser’s Help, Settings, or Privacy menu.
Do Not Track Signals
Some internet browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that allows users to indicate they prefer not to be tracked online. Because there is currently no universally accepted standard for responding to DNT signals, FoodSpring does not currently respond differently when such signals are received.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
FoodSpring may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, website functionality, or organizational practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Updated” date.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how cookies are used on our website.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
FoodSpring
Email: [email protected]
Address: 123 Community Avenue, Your City, State, ZIP Code
We value your trust and are committed to protecting your privacy while providing a secure, transparent, and user-friendly online experience.