Effective Date: 29/10/2024
Thank you for visiting Designed Recipes. Your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws.
1. Data Controller
The Data Controller for Designed Recipes is:
Name: Designed Recipes
Email: [email protected]
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data, you can contact us using the details above.
2. Information We Collect
We collect and process personal data to improve your experience on our website and provide our services effectively. The types of data we may collect include:
2.1 Personal Information Provided by You
- Name
- Email address
- Any information you provide when you contact us, sign up for newsletters, or leave comments on our website
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may collect data automatically through cookies and similar technologies, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages viewed and time spent on our website
- Referral sources (e.g., the website that directed you to us)
3. How We Use Your Data
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
- To provide and manage access to our website
- To personalize your experience and deliver tailored content
- To respond to your inquiries and provide support
- To send newsletters or updates if you have subscribed
- To analyze usage patterns and improve our website’s functionality
- To comply with legal obligations
4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you sign up for newsletters or provide your personal data voluntarily.
- Contractual Necessity: When processing is required to fulfill a service you requested.
- Legitimate Interests: For analytics and improving website functionality.
- Legal Obligations: When required to comply with applicable laws and regulations.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that allow us to:
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze website usage patterns
- Deliver personalized content
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain website features.
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your data with:
- Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors who assist us in website operations, analytics, or communications.
- Legal Authorities: When required to comply with legal obligations or protect our rights, property, or safety.
All third parties that process your data on our behalf are required to adhere to strict data protection standards.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Once your data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
8. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (“Right to be Forgotten”).
- Restriction: Request limitation of data processing under certain conditions.
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider.
- Objection: Object to processing of your data for certain purposes, such as direct marketing.
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent for data processing at any time.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within one month of receiving your request.
9. Data Security
We implement robust security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the internet is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
11. International Data Transfers
If your data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your privacy rights.
12. Children’s Privacy
Designed Recipes is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we discover that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with the new effective date. Please review this page periodically.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
By using Designed Recipes, you agree to this Privacy Policy. Thank you for trusting us with your personal information!