Privacy Policy for RecipeTonic

Welcome to RecipeTonic, a food blog dedicated to sharing delicious recipes and cooking tips. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Introduction

Your privacy is important to us. At RecipeTonic, we are committed to safeguarding your personal data and ensuring that your privacy is respected. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal information.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Data

When you interact with our website, we may collect the following types of personal data:

• Name
• Email address
• Comments and feedback
• Any other information you voluntarily provide

2.2 Non-Personal Data

We may also collect non-personal data which does not identify you as an individual. This may include:

• Browser type
• IP address
• Pages visited on our site
• Time and date of visits
• Referring website

3. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect from you may be used in the following ways:

• To improve our website and enhance user experience
• To send periodic emails regarding your order or other products and services
• To respond to inquiries, comments, or customer service requests
• To administer a contest, promotion, survey, or other site feature

4. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: You have given us explicit consent to process your personal data for specific purposes.
• Contractual Necessity: Processing is necessary for the performance of a contract to which you are a party.
• Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate interests, provided that your interests and fundamental rights do not override those interests.

5. Data Protection Rights

As a data subject, you have the following rights under the GDPR:

• The right to access: You have the right to request copies of your personal data.
• The right to rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate or incomplete.
• The right to erasure: You have the right to request that we erase your personal data, under certain conditions.
• The right to restrict processing: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
• The right to data portability: You have the right to request that we transfer the data we have collected to another organization, or directly to you, under certain conditions.
• The right to withdraw consent: You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time where we rely on consent to process your personal data.

6. Cookie Policy

RecipeTonic uses cookies to enhance user experience. Cookies are small text files placed on your device to collect standard internet log information and visitor behavior information. You can choose to accept or decline cookies. However, this may prevent you from taking full advantage of the website.

7. Food Safety and Allergy Disclaimer

At RecipeTonic, we provide recipes and cooking tips for informational purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate and safe cooking instructions, we cannot guarantee the safety of any food products or the absence of allergens. We recommend that you always read labels, warnings, and directions provided with the products you purchase and consult with a qualified professional regarding food allergies or dietary restrictions.

We are not liable for any adverse reactions or consequences resulting from the use of our recipes or cooking advice. By using our website, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own cooking and food safety practices.

8. Third-Party Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer to outside parties your personally identifiable information unless we provide users with advance notice. This does not include website hosting partners and other parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing