Privacy Policy

Introduction

RecipeWorld ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit recipeworld.blog (the "Site"). This policy follows GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation), CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act), and other applicable data protection laws.

By using the Site, you consent to the data practices described here. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit RecipeWorld, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity through cookies and similar technologies. This can include:

• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• IP address (anonymized for privacy)
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website or search terms
• Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
• Screen resolution and display settings
• Geographic location (country/region level only)

Information You Provide

RecipeWorld does not require user registration and does not collect personal information directly from users. We do not store email addresses, names, or other personally identifiable information unless you contact us directly.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device to collect standard internet log information and visitor behavior. We use cookies to improve the Site and gather analytics data.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics): We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our Site. These cookies collect information anonymously and report website trends without identifying individual visitors.
• Performance Cookies: These help us understand which pages are most popular and how visitors navigate the Site.
• Functionality Cookies: These remember your preferences and settings.

Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete cookies already stored. Disabling cookies may affect Site functionality. To opt out of Google Analytics specifically, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

How We Use Your Information

We use the automatically collected information for the following purposes:

• Analyze and improve Site functionality and usability
• Understand trends and popular content
• Monitor site traffic, performance, and usage patterns
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or bugs
• Adjust content and layout based on visitor behavior
• Generate aggregate statistics and reports (no individual identification)

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR): We process data based on legitimate interests in improving our services and analyzing Site performance. For users in the EU, we rely on consent for non-essential cookies.

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect information:

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information including:

• How users find and navigate our Site
• Which pages are visited and for how long
• Geographic location (country/city level)
• Device and browser information

Google Analytics data is retained for 26 months and then automatically deleted. For more information on how Google uses data, visit Google's Privacy Policy.

Hosting Providers

Our Site is hosted on Vercel. Server logs may temporarily store IP addresses and request information for security and performance purposes. For more information, visit Vercel's Privacy Policy.

Data Retention

We retain automatically collected data as follows:

• Google Analytics Data: Retained for 26 months, then automatically deleted
• Server Logs: Retained for up to 30 days for security and troubleshooting purposes
• Cookie Data: Cookies expire according to their type (session cookies expire when you close your browser; persistent cookies last up to 2 years)

Since we do not collect personal information through user accounts, there is no long-term storage of personally identifiable data.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share anonymous, aggregated data with:

• Analytics Providers: Google Analytics (as described above)
• Hosting Providers: Vercel for website hosting and delivery
• Legal Obligations: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority

We require third-party service providers to comply with applicable data protection laws and maintain appropriate security measures.

Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational security measures to protect your information, including:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmitted to and from the Site
• Secure hosting infrastructure with regular security updates
• Limited access to data by authorized personnel only
• Regular security audits and monitoring

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

GDPR Rights (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Right to Object: Object to our processing of your data
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (for cookies, use browser settings)

CCPA Rights (California Users)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under CCPA:

• Right to Know: Request information about data collected, used, and shared
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
• Right to Non-Discrimination: Exercise your rights without facing discrimination

Cookie Control

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
• Block third-party cookies
• Block all cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies entirely
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Children's Privacy

RecipeWorld is not intended for children under 13 years of age (or 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under the applicable age limit, we will delete that information promptly. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

Our Site is hosted in the United States. If you access the Site from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S. or other countries where our service providers operate. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country. By using the Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to the U.S. and other countries.

For EU users, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses where applicable.

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. There is no standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but you can use the cookie management options in your browser to control tracking.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date at the top
• Providing prominent notice on our Site for significant changes

Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted means you accept the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights, or have concerns about how we handle your information, please contact us:

• Website: https://www.recipeworld.blog
• Contact Form: Available on our website

For GDPR-related inquiries, we will respond within 30 days. For CCPA-related requests, we will respond within 45 days.

Complaints and Supervisory Authorities

If you are located in the EEA and believe we have not addressed your concerns adequately, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority.