GDPR & CCPA
1. Introduction
Welcome to MyRecipeNest . We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
By using our Website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our services.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of information:
A. Personal Information You Provide
When you interact with our Website, you may voluntarily provide us with the following personal information:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number (if applicable).
- Account Information: Username, password, and preferences (if you create an account).
- User-Generated Content: Comments, reviews, or recipe submissions.
B. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our Website, we automatically collect certain information through cookies and tracking technologies:
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the Website, referring pages.
C. Third-Party Data Collection
We may receive data from third-party services such as analytics providers (Google Analytics) and advertising partners.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data for the following purposes:
| Purpose | Legal Basis (GDPR) |
|---|---|
| To provide and improve our services | Legitimate Interest |
| To personalize your experience | Legitimate Interest |
| To send newsletters and promotional content (if opted-in) | Consent |
| To analyze website traffic and performance | Legitimate Interest |
| To respond to inquiries and support requests | Legitimate Interest |
| To comply with legal requirements | Legal Obligation |
For California residents, this data may also be used for business purposes as defined under the CCPA.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience. These include:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality.
- Analytics Cookies: Helps us understand how visitors use our Website (Google Analytics).
- Marketing Cookies: Used for personalized advertising.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can opt-out of cookies by adjusting your browser settings or using a cookie consent tool provided on our Website.
5. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share your information with:
- Service Providers: Hosting providers, analytics services, and email marketing platforms.
- Legal Authorities: If required by law or in response to legal requests.
- Business Transfers: In case of a merger, sale, or acquisition.
6. Your Rights Under GDPR (For EU Users)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Right to Rectification: Correct any incorrect or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data.
- Right to Restriction: Limit processing of your data.
- Right to Data Portability: Request data in a structured format.
- Right to Object: Opt-out of direct marketing.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@myrecipenest.com.
7. Your Rights Under CCPA (For California Residents)
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have the right to:
- Know What Data We Collect: Request details about personal data collected and its usage.
- Request Data Deletion: Ask us to delete your personal information.
- Opt-Out of Data Sharing: Prevent us from sharing your personal data with third parties.
- Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against users who exercise their privacy rights.
To submit a request, contact us at info@myrecipenest.com.
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data, including:
- Encryption of sensitive data
- Regular security audits
- Access control measures
However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., social media, affiliate links). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us to request deletion.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date”.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data privacy rights, please contact us:
📧 Email: info@myrecipenest.com
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