Last updated: April 7, 2025
Welcome to The Recipe Lounge! Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit https://therecipelounge.com (“Website”) and interact with our services (“Service”).
By using our Website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our Website.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Your name, email address, and any other information you voluntarily provide (e.g., when subscribing to our newsletter or submitting comments).
- Log Data: IP address, browser type, referring pages, time and date of visit, and pages visited.
- Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. These may store preferences, session info, and usage analytics.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Send newsletters and recipe updates (only if you subscribe).
- Respond to your questions, comments, or feedback.
- Improve and personalize your user experience.
- Monitor and analyze website performance and trends.
- Comply with legal obligations.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your data with:
- Service Providers: Who help us operate the Website (e.g., hosting, analytics, email delivery), under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights.
4. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Remember your preferences.
- Understand visitor behavior and improve our content.
- Support targeted advertising via platforms such as Google Ads.
You can disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that some features may not function correctly without cookies.
For more information, visit: All About Cookies
5. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party tools such as:
- Google Analytics: To collect anonymous usage statistics.
- Email Marketing Providers: To manage our newsletters.
These third parties may set their own cookies and have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their practices.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to safeguard your information:
- Secured servers and encrypted data transmission.
- Limited access to personal data within our team. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. Use the Website at your own risk.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Correct or delete your data.
- Withdraw your consent at any time.
- Object to or restrict certain types of processing.
To exercise your rights, contact us at: [email protected]
8. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a child has submitted personal data, please contact us and we will remove it promptly.
9. International Data Transfers
If you are accessing our Website from outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States. We take appropriate safeguards to protect your data in line with this policy.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page will reflect any changes. Continued use of our Website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
