Effective Date: January 1st,2025
At Taste and Recipes (www.tasteandrecipes.com), your privacy is important to us. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
1. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for your personal data is: Taste and Recipes
Website: www.tasteandrecipes.com
Contact Email: [email protected]
2. Data We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal data from you:
- Personal Information:
- Name, email address, or any information you provide via contact forms, newsletter subscriptions, or account creation.
- Technical Data:
- IP address, browser type, device information, and browsing data (collected via cookies or analytics tools).
- Usage Data:
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, and interaction with our website features.
- Other Information:
- Any data you voluntarily provide through comments, surveys, or inquiries.
3. How We Use Your Data
We process your data for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve our website services.
- To send newsletters or promotional content (only if you have opted in).
- To respond to inquiries or comments you submit.
- To monitor website performance and enhance user experience.
- To comply with legal obligations or protect against fraudulent activities.
4. Legal Basis for Processing Data
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you voluntarily provide your information (e.g., subscribing to newsletters).
- Contractual Obligation: To provide you with requested services.
- Legitimate Interest: To improve website functionality and user experience.
- Legal Compliance: To fulfill any applicable laws or regulations.
5. Sharing Your Data
We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information with:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors assisting in website analytics, email marketing, or technical support.
- Legal Authorities: If required to comply with a legal obligation or protect our rights.
All third parties processing your data are contractually obligated to protect your information and comply with GDPR.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. They may include:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to analyze website traffic and improve content.
- Advertising Cookies: Used for targeted advertisements.
By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
7. Your Rights Under GDPR
As an EU resident, you have the following rights:
- Right to Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of incomplete or inaccurate data.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”).
- Right to Restriction: Restrict processing of your personal data under certain conditions.
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
- Right to Object: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes, including direct marketing.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]
8. Data Retention
We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations.
9. Data Security
We implement robust security measures to protect your personal data, including:
- Secure server hosting.
- Encrypted data transmission (SSL).
- Regular monitoring for vulnerabilities and breaches.
However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites. Please review their privacy policies separately.
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Please check back periodically to stay informed.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or how your data is handled, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.tasteandrecipes.com