Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for potatorecipes4u.com

Effective Date: March 1, 2025

1. Introduction

potatorecipes4u.com (“I,” “me,” or “my”) is a personal recipe blog dedicated to sharing original, potato-based dishes—including my signature streusel sweet potato casserole. I am committed to protecting your privacy and explaining how your data is collected, used, and secured. This Privacy Policy outlines the practices I follow to comply with the GDPR (EU), CCPA, CPRA (California), and other applicable data protection laws. By using this website, you agree to the terms set out herein.

2. Information I Collect

I collect two broad categories of data:

A. Personal Data

  • Examples: Name, email address, and payment details (when purchasing recipes or subscribing to newsletters).
  • Collection Methods: Collected via sign-up forms, contact forms, and payment portals.

B. Non-Personal Data

  • Examples: Browsing behavior (pages visited, time spent on pages), device type, IP address, and anonymized analytics.
  • Collection Methods: Collected through cookies, log files, and third-party analytics tools.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

I process your data on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: For non-essential cookies, analytics, and marketing communications.
  • Contractual Necessity: To deliver recipe downloads, newsletter subscriptions, and complete transactions.
  • Legitimate Interests: To sustain and improve the blog (e.g., via ad revenue through partners like Google AdSense and Mediavine).

4. How I Use Your Information

Your data is used for various purposes, including:

  • Ads Personalization: Partners like Google AdSense and Mediavine may use browsing data to serve relevant ads.
  • Analytics: Monitoring site traffic and user behavior using tools such as Google Analytics.
  • Communication: Sending newsletters with new recipes and updates.
  • Service Enhancement: Improving the overall website experience.
  • Security: Detecting and preventing fraud and unauthorized access.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

I use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and support website functionality. Below is a summary of key cookies:

Cookie NamePurposeProviderDuration
_gaAnalytics trackingGoogle Analytics/AdSense2 years
mediavine_*Ad optimization and deliveryMediavineSession
session_idManaging login sessionsPotatorecipes4u.comSession

A cookie consent banner is displayed when you first visit the site. You can adjust your cookie settings via your browser; for detailed instructions on managing cookies, please refer to your browser’s help documentation. Declining non-essential cookies may affect ad relevance and site performance.

6. Third-Party Sharing

I may share your information with trusted third-party service providers to:

  • Display and optimize advertisements (e.g., Google AdSense, Mediavine).
  • Analyze website usage (e.g., Google Analytics).
  • Facilitate newsletter distribution and payment processing.

All third-party partners are contractually required to adhere to applicable privacy laws and use your data solely for the purposes disclosed in this policy.

7. Your Rights

Under the GDPR, CCPA, and CPRA, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: Request a copy of your data.
  • Deletion: Ask for your data to be deleted (subject to legal retention requirements).
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
  • Opt-Out: Choose to opt out of targeted advertising and the sale or sharing of your data (via our “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” link).
  • Restriction: Request that processing of your data be limited.
  • Withdrawal of Consent: You may withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing prior to withdrawal.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact me at [hello@potatorecipes4u.com.com]. I will respond within 30 days.

8. Data Retention and Deletion

Your personal data is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the data and legal requirements. When no longer needed, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

9. Security Measures

I take reasonable steps to protect your data using industry-standard security measures such as:

  • Encryption: Securing data transmission using SSL/TLS protocols.
  • Access Controls: Limiting access to your data to authorized personnel only.
  • Regular Audits: Conducting periodic reviews of data storage and handling practices.

While these measures help protect your data, no system is completely secure.

10. Children’s Privacy

I do not knowingly collect data from children under the age of 13. If you are under 13, please do not provide any personal information. For users between the ages of 13 and 16, parental consent is required prior to data collection.

11. Content Ownership

All recipes, images, and written content on potatorecipes4u.com are original creations produced solely by me. This content is protected under copyright law, and no user-generated content is accepted or stored on the site.

12. Policy Updates

I reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any significant changes will be communicated via a website banner and/or email notification. The updated policy will include a new effective date. By continuing to use the site after changes are posted, you agree to the revised terms.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact me using the details below:

14. Data Breach Notification

In the unlikely event of a data breach that compromises your personal information, I will notify you via email and/or a prominent notice on the website as required by applicable law. The notification will include details about the breach and recommendations for protecting yourself.

Summary

This Privacy Policy explains in detail what information is collected, why it is collected, how it is used, and how you can control your data. It also covers third-party sharing, security measures, data retention practices, and your rights under major privacy laws. Additional sections detail our cookie practices, data breach procedures, and instructions for contacting me with any concerns. Each section is designed to ensure transparency and help you understand and exercise your privacy rights.