Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 3, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to RecipeInternational.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We’re committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, process, and share your personal information when you use our website, mobile app, or other services (collectively, the “Services”). By accessing or using the Services, you agree to the terms outlined here.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Account registration: Name, email, username, password.
  • User content: Submitted recipes, photos, ratings, comments, dietary preferences.
  • Contact forms: Any feedback, inquiries, or support messages.

2.2 Automatically Collected Data

  • Usage data: Pages viewed, links clicked, time spent, scroll behavior.
  • Device & technical data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers.
  • Analytics: Data tracked through tools like Google Analytics (e.g., pages per visit).

2.3 Cookies & Similar Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, pixels, local storage, and similar tech to:

  • Authenticate and manage user sessions.
  • Store preferences and settings.
  • Measure site performance and user activity.
  • Support advertising and content personalization.

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Opting out may affect your experience.

3. How We Use Your Personal Data

  • To provide Services (e.g., user accounts, recipe personalization).
  • To improve the site (e.g., performance, content relevance).
  • To communicate with you via email about updates, promotions, or support.
  • To personalize content and ads based on your interests and preferences.
  • To enforce our Terms of Use and protect rights (e.g., fraud prevention).

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

  • Contractual necessity (providing Services).
  • Consent, where required (e.g., newsletters, non-essential cookies).
  • Legitimate interests (site optimization, fraud detection).
  • Compliance with legal obligations.

5. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We may share personal data with:

  • Service Providers: Hosting, analytics, CRM, email delivery, payment processing.
  • Advertising Partners: Ad networks and platforms like Google, under privacy-compliant data sharing.
  • Affiliate Networks: For tracking and calculating referral commissions.
  • Legal & Security: When required by law, for safety, fraud prevention, or enforcing policies.
  • Business Transfers: If we merge or sell our assets, data may be transferred with appropriate care.

We do not sell your personal data for third-party marketing.

6. Advertising & Third-Party Content

Our site hosts third-party ads (e.g., Google AdSense) and may embed social content (YouTube, Pinterest). These platforms may collect or use cookies and identifiers. We recommend reviewing their separate privacy policies.

We participate in advertising transparency efforts (e.g., Google’s Authorized Buyers List) and allow users to opt out of personalized ads via [YourAdChoices.com].

7. International Data Transfers

As a global service, your data may be transferred and processed in countries different from your own. We ensure proper safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses and assessments under applicable laws (GDPR, CCPA).

8. Data Retention

Your data is stored for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described above, typically until:

  • Your account is deleted.
  • Our services are discontinued.
  • We are required to retain data for compliance (e.g., tax or legal obligations).

Usage and analytics data may be anonymized and retained indefinitely.

9. Your Rights & Preferences

9.1 Rights (depending on region)

  • Access, correct, delete, or limit processing of your personal data.
  • Opt out of personalized advertising.
  • Withdraw consent at any time (e.g., unsubscribe).
  • Data portability requests.
  • File complaints with relevant data protection authorities.

9.2 Managing Preferences

  • Cookies: Use browser settings or banners to manage consent.
  • Emails: Use unsubscribe links provided in each communication.
  • Account: Log in to update or delete your profile or personal details.

10. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13 (or under 16 where applicable). If we learn that we collected such data, we will delete it promptly. Contact us to request deletion.

11. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures (e.g., encryption, access controls, secure hosting) to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure. In the event of a breach, we’ll notify affected users and authorities as required by law.

12. Third-Party Links

Our Services may include links to third-party websites or tools. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review any third-party policy before providing your data.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy occasionally to reflect legal, operational, or technical changes. We’ll post the updated policy with a revised “Last Updated” date and, if significant, notify you by email or site announcement.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or your data, please contact:

Email: privacy@recipeinternational.com
Website: https://recipeinternational.com/contact-me