Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2026/03/28

1. Introduction

Welcome to RecipeWorldly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website: RecipeWorldly

The website is owned and operated by Claire Bennett.

By using this Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Contact us via forms or email
  • Engage with features on the Site

This may include:

  • Name (optional)
  • Email address
  • Any other information you choose to provide

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the Site, we automatically collect certain data through cookies and similar technologies.

This may include:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type and operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referring/exit pages
  • General geographic location
  • Device identifiers

Technologies used:

  • Cookies (session and persistent)
  • Web beacons
  • Tracking pixels

3. Cookies and Consent

We use cookies to enhance your experience, analyze traffic, and serve personalized ads.

Where required by law (such as in the EEA/UK), we obtain your consent before using non-essential cookies.

You can control cookies through your browser settings or disable them entirely. Note that some features of the Site may not function properly without cookies.

4. Third-Party Services

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our Site.

Google Analytics collects information such as:

  • Pages visited
  • Session duration
  • Device and browser details
  • Approximate location
  • User behavior patterns

Data retention: up to 26 months

You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google’s Ads Settings.

4.2 Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display ads.

Google and its partners may:

  • Use cookies to show personalized ads
  • Measure ad performance
  • Prevent fraud and abuse

You can control ad personalization via Google Ad Settings.

5. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data to:

  • Operate and maintain the Site
  • Send newsletters (with your consent)
  • Respond to inquiries
  • Improve user experience
  • Analyze usage and trends
  • Ensure security and prevent fraud
  • Comply with legal obligations

6. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), we rely on:

  • Consent: for newsletters and non-essential cookies
  • Legitimate Interests: for analytics, security, and improvements
  • Legal Obligations: where required by law

7. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information with:

Service Providers

Trusted partners that help us operate the Site (hosting, email, analytics, advertising).

Legal Authorities

If required to:

  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect rights and safety
  • Prevent fraud or illegal activity

Business Transfers

In case of a merger, sale, or acquisition, your information may be transferred.

8. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary:

  • Newsletter data: until you unsubscribe
  • Analytics data: up to 26 months
  • Contact inquiries: up to 3 years

9. Your Rights

GDPR (EEA Users)

You have the right to:

  • Access your data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to processing
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent

CCPA (California Users)

You have the right to:

  • Know what data is collected
  • Request deletion
  • Opt out of data sale (we do not sell data)
  • Non-discrimination

10. Exercising Your Rights

To make a request, contact us at:
📧 [email protected]

We respond within:

  • 30 days (GDPR)
  • 45 days (CCPA)

11. Cookie Management

You can:

  • Accept or reject cookies
  • Manage preferences in your browser
  • Delete stored cookies

12. Newsletter Opt-Out

You can unsubscribe at any time by:

13. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures, including:

  • SSL encryption
  • Secure hosting
  • Access controls
  • Regular monitoring

However, no system is completely secure.

14. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed outside your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with applicable laws.

15. Children’s Privacy

This Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If such data is discovered, it will be deleted.

16. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

17. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be indicated by:

  • Updating the “Last Updated” date
  • Posting on this page

Continued use of the Site means you accept the updated policy.

18. Contact Information

If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy:

Claire Bennett
RecipeWorldly
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.recipeworldly.com

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if applicable.