Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 29, 2025

homemadecakerecipes.com (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates the website www.homemadecakerecipes.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website.

By using our Service, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Data

We may collect the following personal information when you voluntarily provide it:

  • Name and Email Address: When you subscribe to newsletters, submit comments, or contact us.
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, and device information (e.g., IP address, browser type).
  • Cookies: We use cookies (see Section 5) to improve your experience.

Non-Personal Data

Aggregated, anonymized data (e.g., traffic analytics) that cannot identify you.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Provide and improve recipes, content, and user experience.
  • Respond to inquiries and send newsletters (with your consent).
  • Analyze traffic via tools like Google Analytics.
  • Prevent fraud and comply with legal obligations.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share it with:

  • Service Providers: Third parties (e.g., email marketing tools, analytics platforms) who assist us, bound by confidentiality agreements.
  • Legal Compliance: If required by law (e.g., court orders, government requests).
  • Business Transfers: In mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales.

4. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes in this policy. Usage data may be kept longer for analytics.

5. Cookies and Tracking

  • Types of Cookies:
    • Essential: Necessary for website functionality.
    • Analytics: Track traffic (e.g., Google Analytics).
    • Preferences: Remember settings (e.g., language).
  • Managing Cookies: Adjust browser settings to block or delete cookies (note: some features may not work).

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
  • Opt out of marketing emails (use “unsubscribe” links).
  • Withdraw consent for data processing.
  • Lodge complaints with data protection authorities (EU users).

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

7. Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe a child has provided data, contact us immediately.

8. Security

We use SSL encryption and industry-standard safeguards to protect your data. However, no online transmission is 100% secure.

9. International Transfers

Data may be processed in the U.S. or other countries. By using our Service, you consent to this transfer.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Service may link to external sites (e.g., social media, ingredient retailers). We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. Changes take effect when posted here. Material changes will be notified via email or a website notice.

12. Contact Us

For questions or data requests:
Email: [email protected]