Effective Date: 14/06/2025
At Grandma Recipe, accessible from grandmarecipe.com, your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information we collect, how we use and protect it, and your rights regarding that information.
Information We Collect
We collect both personal and non-personal information to enhance our content, services, and overall user experience.
Personal Information
Personal information includes identifiable details such as your name, email address, IP address, and any other information you voluntarily provide through forms, comments, or contact features. Collecting this information enables us to deliver personalized content and provide effective customer support.
Non-Personal Information
We also gather non-identifiable data, such as your browser type, the pages you visit, and the duration of your stay on our site. This information helps us understand user behavior and improve website performance.
Automatic Collection
Certain data, including your device type, browser type, and IP address, is automatically collected when you access our website. This information helps enhance security and analyze website traffic patterns.
Data Retention Policy
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Our specific retention periods are as follows:
- Contact Information: Retained for the duration of your subscription to our newsletter or other communications.
- Usage Data: Stored for a period of 26 months or as specified by Google Analytics’ data retention policies.
- Cookies: Session cookies expire when you close your browser, while persistent cookies may remain active for up to 24 months.
If you have any questions regarding specific data retention timelines, please contact us.
How We Use Your Information
Your information is essential for us to enhance our website’s features, respond to inquiries, and maintain compliance with legal obligations.
- Personalized Content: We use your data to provide customized recommendations and improve your user experience.
- Email Communications: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we may use your email address to send updates or promotional materials. You can unsubscribe at any time.
- Analytics: We analyze usage data to evaluate website performance and track trends.
- Legal Compliance and Security: We may utilize your information to comply with applicable laws and ensure website security.
Legal Basis for Data Processing (For EU Users)
In compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we collect and process your data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you opt into our newsletter or other services. You can withdraw consent at any time.
- Legitimate Interests: For enhancing our website, preventing fraud, and improving security.
- Contractual Necessity: If you engage in a contractual relationship with us, such as through sponsored content or affiliate programs.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies to optimize user experience. Cookies help us track site usage, improve functionality, and serve personalized ads.
Types of Cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for core website functions.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to understand user behavior and site performance.
- Marketing Cookies: Enable us to deliver relevant advertisements, including via Google AdSense.
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings.
Third-Party Services and Affiliates
We may use third-party tools and partners to deliver better content and user experience:
- Analytics Providers: We utilize services such as Google Analytics to monitor website traffic, understand user interactions, and improve our overall site performance.
- Advertising Networks: We partner with advertising platforms like Google AdSense to display relevant, interest-based ads to our visitors.
- Affiliate Programs: Some posts may include affiliate links, and we may earn commissions from purchases made through those links
- Embedded Content: May link to third-party sites with their own privacy policies
- Social Media Integrations: Features that allow sharing or connecting on social platforms
Data Transfers (For International Users)
If you are accessing the website from outside your country (especially the EU), please note that your data may be transferred to and stored on servers in other countries. We use appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) to ensure protection.
Disclosure of Information
Your data may be shared only in specific circumstances:
- Service Providers: With vendors for hosting, analytics, or communications
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- Legal Obligations: To comply with law enforcement or regulatory authorities
Your Rights and Choices
We respect your privacy rights under laws like GDPR and CCPA.
- Access and Correction: You may request access to your personal data and correct inaccuracies
- Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data
- Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format
- Object to Processing: You may restrict or object to how we process your data
- Manage Cookies: Adjust cookie settings via your browser
- Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior processing
Children’s Privacy
Our site is not intended for children under 13 years (or 16 in some jurisdictions), and we do not knowingly collect personal data from them. If we learn that we have collected information from a child, we will delete it immediately.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. All changes will be posted on this page, and the “Effective Date” will be updated accordingly. Please review periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: https://www.grandmarecipe.com