GDPR Policy

Last Updated: 01/18/2025

At EasyChefRecipe (“we,” “us,” or “our”), safeguarding your personal data is a priority. This policy outlines how we collect, process, and protect your information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

Personal Identifiers: Name and email address (when subscribing to our newsletter or contacting us).
Technical Data: IP address, browser details, operating system, and analytics data collected via cookies.
User Engagement Data: Information shared when leaving comments, submitting forms, or interacting with our content.
Marketing Preferences: Your choices related to email communications and personalized ads.

2. How We Use Your Data

We use the data collected for the following purposes:

To provide, manage, and enhance our website’s content and functionality.
To analyze visitor behavior and improve user experience.
To display advertisements.
To comply with legal requirements and prevent fraudulent activity.

3. Legal Grounds for Data Processing

Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal justifications:

Consent: When you voluntarily provide information (e.g., subscribing to a newsletter or accepting cookies).
Contractual Obligation: If you enter into an agreement with us (e.g., signing up for a membership or service).
Legal Compliance: When data is required for regulatory obligations.
Legitimate Interest: To enhance website security, improve user experience, and manage analytics.

We do not sell or trade personal data. However, certain data may be shared with:

Hosting & Analytics Services: For website performance tracking.
Third-Party Tools: Such as Google Analytics and Google AdSense.
Legal Authorities: If required for compliance or legal enforcement.

We ensure that these parties comply with GDPR requirements and safeguard your data.

5. Data Storage and Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill its intended purpose or meet legal obligations. If you wish to have your data removed, you can submit a request (see Section 6).

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights regarding your personal data, including:

Access: Request a copy of your stored personal data.
Correction: Ask for corrections if any information is inaccurate.
Deletion: Request data removal (“Right to Be Forgotten”).
Restriction: Limit how we process your data.
Portability: Transfer your data to another service.
Objection: Opt-out of certain processing, such as direct marketing.
Withdrawal of Consent: If you previously gave consent, you can withdraw it at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

7. Data Security Measures

We use technical safeguards to protect personal data from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no online system is entirely secure, and we advise users to take precautions when sharing personal information.

8. International Data Transfers

If we transfer personal data outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate protection measures, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent frameworks, to maintain GDPR compliance.

9. Cookies and Advertising

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

Analyze visitor interactions and improve site functionality.
Display tailored advertisements.
Store user preferences for a personalized experience.

You can modify cookie settings in your browser or visit our Cookie Policy for more details.

10. Updates to This Policy

This policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in regulations or our website’s operations. The latest version will always be available on this page.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions or requests related to this GDPR Policy, please reach out to us:

Email: [email protected]
By Visiting: Contact Us

By using EasyChefRecipe, you acknowledge that you have read and accepted this GDPR Policy.