Effective Date: 1 January 2025
Last Updated: 3 March 2025
Welcome to RecipesOlly (“Website,” “we,” “us,” “our”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
If you have any questions, you can contact us at [email protected].
1. Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
A. GDPR & General Data Collection
- Personal Information: Name, email address (if you contact us or subscribe to our newsletter).
- Cookies & Tracking Data: Information about your browsing activity on our website.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and device information (for analytics and security).
B. CCPA – Personal Information Categories Collected
For California residents, we collect the following categories of personal information under CCPA:
- Identifiers: Name, email address, IP address.
- Internet Activity: Browsing history, pages viewed, and interactions with our website.
- Geolocation Data: General location data based on IP address.
- Inferences: Data used to create a profile about website preferences.
2. How We Use Your Data
We use your data for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve our services.
- To send newsletters or promotional content (only with your consent).
- To analyze website traffic and enhance user experience.
- To ensure security and prevent fraud.
- To comply with legal obligations.
3. Legal Basis for Processing Data (GDPR)
Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on:
- Your consent (e.g., when you subscribe to emails or accept cookies).
- Legitimate interest (e.g., website analytics, security).
- Legal obligations (e.g., compliance with data protection laws).
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to personalize content, analyze traffic, and improve our services. You can manage your cookie preferences via our cookie settings.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies – Necessary for the website to function.
- Analytics Cookies – Help us understand user behavior and improve content.
- Marketing Cookies – Used by third-party services (if applicable).
5. Data Sharing & Third Parties
We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share your data with:
- Service providers (e.g., website hosting, analytics).
- Legal authorities (if required by law).
- Third-party tools (e.g., Google Analytics, advertising services if used).
Under CCPA, California residents have the right to opt out of data sharing with third parties for advertising purposes.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:
- Contact form data: 6–12 months
- Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
- Analytics data: Up to 26 months
7. Your Rights Under GDPR & CCPA
A. GDPR Rights
If you are in the EU/EEA, you have the right to:
✔ Access & Correction – Request a copy of your data and correct inaccuracies.
✔ Deletion (Right to be Forgotten) – Request data removal.
✔ Restrict Processing – Limit how we process your data.
✔ Data Portability – Receive your data in a structured format.
✔ Withdraw Consent – Opt out of marketing emails or cookies at any time.
B. CCPA Rights (For California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
✔ Know – Request information about the personal data we collect and share.
✔ Delete – Request deletion of your personal data.
✔ Opt-Out – Say no to the sale or sharing of your personal data.
✔ Non-Discrimination – We will not deny services or charge different prices based on your privacy choices.
To exercise your rights, email us at [email protected].
8. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data. However, no system is 100% secure. Please ensure you use a secure internet connection when accessing our website.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. We will notify you of significant changes by updating the Effective Date at the top of this page.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, please contact us:
📧 Email: [email protected]