Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how ChristyRecipes.com (“the Company,” “We,” “Us,” or “Our”) collects, uses, and discloses your information when you use our website. It also describes your privacy rights and how the law protects you.
By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Interpretation and Definitions
Interpretation
Words with capitalized initial letters have specific meanings as defined below. These definitions apply whether the terms appear in singular or plural.
Definitions
For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:
- Account means a unique account created for you to access parts of our Service.
- Affiliate means an entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with a party (control means ownership of 50% or more of voting rights or authority).
- Company refers to ChristyRecipes.
- Cookies are small files placed on your device to store browsing information and preferences.
- Country refers to: United States.
- Device means any technology that can access the Service (computer, smartphone, tablet, etc.).
- Personal Data means any information relating to an identifiable individual.
- Service refers to the Website.
- Service Provider means any third-party that processes data on behalf of the Company (e.g., hosting, analytics, email).
- Third-party Social Media Service means platforms like Facebook or Google that allow account login or sharing.
- Usage Data means data collected automatically, such as IP address, browser type, and time spent on pages.
- Website refers to ChristyRecipes, accessible from https://www.christyrecipes.com.
- You means the individual accessing the Service, or the company/legal entity represented by that individual.
Collecting and Using Your Personal Data
Types of Data Collected
Personal Data
We may collect:
- Email address
- First and last name
- Usage Data
Usage Data
Collected automatically, including IP address, browser details, device type, visit duration, and interaction data. Mobile access may include device ID, operating system, and diagnostic logs.
Information from Social Media
If you register or log in through third-party platforms (Google, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter), we may collect information linked to those accounts (e.g., name, email, contacts).
Tracking Technologies and Cookies
We use cookies and similar tools (tags, scripts, web beacons) to improve functionality and analyze use.
- Essential Cookies (session): Required for login and security.
- Notice/Consent Cookies (persistent): Remember cookie preferences.
- Functionality Cookies (persistent): Save user choices (e.g., language, login details).
For more details, review our Cookies Policy or the relevant section of this Privacy Policy.
Use of Your Personal Data
We use your data to:
- Provide, maintain, and monitor the Service.
- Manage your Account and user access.
- Fulfill contracts or purchases.
- Contact you regarding updates, offers, or promotions.
- Send newsletters and recipe updates (with opt-out available).
- Process business transfers (mergers, sales, restructuring).
- Improve user experience, site performance, and marketing effectiveness.
Sharing Your Personal Data
We may share information:
- With Service Providers (analytics, email, hosting).
- For business transfers (mergers, acquisitions).
- With Affiliates (subsidiaries, parent company).
- With business partners (promotions, collaborations).
- With other users when you interact publicly.
- With consent for any additional purposes.
Retention of Personal Data
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for legal compliance, service operation, and dispute resolution. Usage Data is usually stored short-term unless needed for security or functionality.
Transfer of Data
Your information may be processed outside your state/country. By submitting data, you consent to such transfers. We ensure adequate protections are in place.
Delete Your Data
You may:
- Delete or update data via your account.
- Request deletion directly by contacting us.
We may retain some data where legally required.
Disclosure of Personal Data
Business Transactions: Your data may be transferred in the event of a sale, merger, or restructuring.
Law Enforcement: We may disclose data if legally required.
Other Legal Requirements: Disclosure may occur to protect Company rights, investigate wrongdoing, ensure safety, or comply with legal obligations.
Security of Your Data
We use industry-standard measures to protect your data but cannot guarantee absolute security over the Internet.
Children’s Privacy
Our Service is not directed to anyone under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. Parents/guardians should contact us if data is submitted by a child without consent.
Links to Other Websites
We may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their policies or practices. Review their Privacy Policies separately.
Privacy Rights Under GDPR, CCPA, and CPRA
🇪🇺 GDPR (European Economic Area)
Rights include:
- Access, correction, deletion (“right to be forgotten”), restriction, objection, portability, and withdrawal of consent.
📩 To exercise rights: contact@christyrecipes.com
🇺🇸 CCPA & CPRA (California Residents)
Rights include:
- Know what data is collected/shared.
- Request deletion or correction.
- Limit use of sensitive data.
- Opt out of data sale/sharing.
- Freedom from discrimination for exercising rights.
We do not sell personal data for monetary value.
📩 To exercise rights, email: contact@christyrecipes.com (subject line: California Privacy Rights Request).
Data Retention & Third-Party Sharing
- Retained only as long as necessary for functionality, legal, or user-requested services.
- Shared only with trusted providers (Google Analytics, Mailchimp, Amazon Associates).
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy. Any changes will be posted here with a revised “Last Updated” date. If significant, we will notify via email or a site notice.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: