Effective Date: 21/02/2025
At MyRecipesEra, operated by Chef Serena, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy and personal data of our users in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable data protection laws.
By using myrecipesera.com, you consent to the terms outlined in this policy.
1. What Personal Data We Collect
When you visit MyRecipesEra, we may collect and process the following personal data:
- Identity Information: Name (if provided), username (if applicable).
- Contact Information: Email address (if you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us).
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and device details (collected via cookies).
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the website, and interaction with content.
- Marketing Preferences: If you opt-in to receive promotional content.
2. How We Collect Your Data
We collect data through:
- Direct Interaction: When you subscribe to our newsletter, submit a comment, or contact us.
- Automated Tracking: Cookies and analytics tools that track website usage.
- Third-Party Services: We may use Google Analytics, email marketing services, and social media plugins, which also collect usage data.
3. Legal Basis for Processing Data (Under GDPR)
Under the GDPR, we process your data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you opt-in to our newsletter or accept cookies.
- Legitimate Interest: To improve user experience, analyze trends, and protect our website.
- Legal Obligation: When required to comply with laws or regulatory requirements.
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
- To improve website functionality and provide relevant content.
- To communicate with you, respond to inquiries, and send newsletters (only if subscribed).
- To analyze website traffic and performance through third-party tools.
- To ensure website security and prevent fraud.
5. Sharing of Data
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data. However, we may share it with:
- Third-Party Service Providers: (e.g., Google Analytics, Mailchimp) for website performance and communication.
- Legal Authorities: If required to comply with legal obligations.
All third parties we work with comply with GDPR regulations to ensure your data is protected.
6. Data Retention
We only keep your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Your email and personal details are retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
7. Your GDPR Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access Your Data – Request a copy of your personal data.
- Correct Inaccuracies – Request corrections to incorrect or incomplete data.
- Request Deletion (“Right to be Forgotten”) – Ask us to delete your data.
- Object to Processing – Restrict or stop the processing of your data.
- Withdraw Consent – If you previously consented to marketing emails, you can opt out anytime.
- Lodge a Complaint – If you believe we mishandled your data, you can contact your local Data Protection Authority (DPA).
📩 To exercise these rights, email us at contact@myrecipesera.com.
8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website performance. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings or decline non-essential cookies.
For more details, please review our Cookie Policy.
9. International Data Transfers
If you are accessing MyRecipesEra from the EU, your data may be processed outside the EU. We ensure that all data transfers comply with GDPR safeguards through approved contractual clauses and third-party compliance policies.
10. Security Measures
We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no system is 100% secure, and we encourage users to take precautions with their online activities.
11. Changes to This GDPR Privacy Policy
We may update this policy periodically to comply with legal changes. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this GDPR Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
📧 Email: contact@myrecipesera.com
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