1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you interact with RecipesVela.com, we may collect personal information including:
- Name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter
- Comments and feedback you provide on recipes
- Contact information when you reach out to us
- Account information if you create a user profile
Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect certain information about your device and usage:
- IP address and browser type
- Pages visited and time spent on our site
- Referring website addresses
- Device information and operating system
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide and improve our recipe content and website functionality
- Send newsletters and recipe updates (with your consent)
- Respond to your comments and inquiries
- Analyze website usage and performance
- Ensure website security and prevent fraud
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
- Service providers who assist with website operations, analytics, and email delivery
- Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our rights
- Business partners for joint promotional activities (with your explicit consent)
4. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Provide personalized content recommendations
- Enable social media sharing features
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
5. Third-Party Services
Our website may include:
- Google Analytics for website analytics
- Social media plugins from Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram
- Advertising networks that may collect data for targeted ads
- Email service providers for newsletter delivery
These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their data collection practices.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information including:
- SSL encryption for data transmission
- Regular security updates and monitoring
- Limited access to personal information by authorized personnel
- Secure hosting environments
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete your personal information
- Unsubscribe from our newsletters at any time
- Request information about how we use your data
- Object to certain data processing activities
- Request data portability where applicable
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware such information has been collected, we will delete it promptly.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Newsletter subscriptions are maintained until you unsubscribe.
10. International Users
If you access our website from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States where our servers are located.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of any changes.
12. Contact Information
For questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, contact us at:
Email: contact@RecipesVela.com
Website: RecipesVela.com
California Privacy Rights
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) including the right to know what personal information is collected, request deletion of personal information, and opt-out of the sale of personal information.
European Union Users
EU residents have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) including data access, rectification, erasure, and portability. Our lawful basis for processing is typically consent or legitimate interests in providing our services.