GDPR & CCPA Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [05/23/2025]
Website: https://www.EatTreatsRecipes.com
Owner: Chef Rania

This GDPR & CCPA Privacy Policy explains how EatTreatsRecipes.com (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, protects, and shares your personal information when you visit or interact with our site. It also outlines your rights under applicable data protection laws such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act / California Privacy Rights Act (CCPA/CPRA).

By using this website, you agree to the policies described here.

1. What Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

1.1. Information You Provide Directly

When you voluntarily interact with the site, we may collect:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Messages, comments, and recipe feedback
  • Newsletter subscription data
  • Other information you choose to share

1.2. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit EatTreatsRecipes.com, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device and operating system
  • Referring pages
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Date and time of access
  • Cookies and similar tracking data

1.3. Information From Third Parties

We may receive information from:

  • Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Advertising and affiliate partners
  • Social media platforms when you interact with our content

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Operate, maintain, and improve the website
  • Respond to your questions, requests, or comments
  • Send newsletters and updates (only if you opted in)
  • Analyze how the site is used and improve performance
  • Personalize content and recommendations
  • Display targeted or non-targeted advertising
  • Protect the site and prevent security issues
  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell personal information under any circumstances.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the EU/EEA, we process personal data under the following lawful bases:

  • Consent – When you voluntarily sign up for emails or provide permission
  • Legitimate Interests – For analytics, website improvement, and security
  • Contractual Necessity – To provide requested services
  • Legal Obligation – To comply with applicable laws

You can withdraw your consent at any time.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Improve site performance
  • Store user preferences
  • Analyze user behavior
  • Serve relevant ads
  • Support affiliate programs

Cookie Consent

Visitors from regions requiring consent (such as the EU/EEA) will see a cookie banner where you can:

✔ Accept all cookies
✔ Decline non-essential cookies
✔ Customize your cookie preferences

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings.

5. Third-Party Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third parties who help operate the site, including:

  • Website hosts
  • Email delivery services
  • Analytics and tracking tools
  • Advertising and affiliate networks
  • Security and spam protection tools

These partners are contractually required to protect your data and use it only for the purposes we specify.

6. Advertising & Affiliate Programs

EatTreatsRecipes.com may participate in advertising and affiliate programs such as:

  • Google Ads / AdSense
  • Affiliate marketing networks

These partners may serve ads using cookies or tracking technologies.
We only recommend products or services we believe are useful.

You may opt out of personalized ads at:

  • Google Ad Settings
  • Your browser’s “Do Not Track” setting
  • Cookie consent preferences on this Site

7. Your GDPR Rights (EU/EEA Residents)

If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, you have the following rights:

  • Right to Access: Request access to personal data we hold
  • Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Right to Deletion: Request erasure of your personal data
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how your data is used
  • Right to Object: Object to certain data processing
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent at any time
  • Right to Data Portability: Request a copy of your data
  • Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your local data protection authority

To exercise these rights, contact us at: [email protected]

8. Your CCPA/CPRA Rights (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:

  • Right to Know: What personal data is collected and how it is used
  • Right to Access: Request access to your personal information
  • Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal data we have collected
  • Right to Opt Out: Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: You will not be discriminated against for exercising your rights

To submit a privacy request, email: [email protected]

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purposes for which it was collected
  • Comply with legal requirements
  • Maintain records for business and operational needs

Once data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

10. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical measures to protect your personal data, including:

  • Secure HTTPS connection
  • Firewalls and antivirus protection
  • Restricted internal access
  • Spam filtering

No online system can be guaranteed completely secure, but we strive to safeguard your information.

11. Children’s Privacy

EatTreatsRecipes.com does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 16.
If you believe we may have collected data from a minor, please contact us so we can remove that information.

12. External Links

Our website may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this GDPR & CCPA Privacy Policy at any time. The Effective Date at the top of this page reflects the most recent version.
Your continued use of the Site after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, privacy requests, or concerns, contact:

📧 [email protected]
🌐 https://www.EatTreatsRecipes.com