GDPR Privacy Notice

This GDPR Privacy Notice explains how SpiceCookRecipes.com handles the personal data of residents of the European Union (EU) in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Data Controller

I, Lillian, am the data controller responsible for managing your personal data on SpiceCookRecipes.com.
Contact Email: [email protected]

Personal Data I Collect

Information You Provide:

  • Account details such as your name and email address when you register
  • Optional profile information including a profile picture and cooking preferences
  • Content you share like comments, recipe ratings, and tips
  • Information shared through emails or contact forms
  • Email addresses for newsletter subscriptions

Automatically Collected Data:

  • Technical details such as IP address, browser type, and device information
  • Usage data including pages visited and interactions on the site
  • Data gathered via cookies (see Cookie Policy for details)

Legal Basis for Processing Your Data

Your personal data is processed based on the following grounds:

  • Contractual Necessity: To manage your account, provide services, and process your recipe submissions
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve website and recipe quality, analyze usage, and maintain security
  • Consent: For sending newsletters, using non-essential cookies, and handling recipe comments and ratings
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with EU laws, respond to legal requests, and keep security records

How I Use Your Data

Your data helps me to:

  • Manage your user account
  • Offer personalized recipe recommendations
  • Process your feedback such as comments and ratings
  • Send newsletters with your consent
  • Enhance website functionality and security
  • Respond to your questions and concerns

Data Retention Periods

I keep your data as follows:

  • Account information: As long as your account remains active
  • Comments and ratings: Until you request deletion
  • Technical data: For 26 months to support analysis
  • Newsletter subscription data: Until you unsubscribe

Your GDPR Rights

You have these rights under GDPR:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data and understand how it is used
  • Rectification: Correct or complete any inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Erasure: Request deletion of your data, including your account and content
  • Restriction: Limit or pause how your data is processed
  • Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format and transfer it elsewhere
  • Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests and stop marketing communications
  • Automated Decisions: You are not subject to automated decision-making and can request human review

International Data Transfers

Although based in the United States, I take appropriate safeguards when transferring EU personal data, including:

  • Using Standard Contractual Clauses
  • Applying strong security measures
  • Carefully choosing compliant data processors

Data Security

I implement strict security practices to protect your data:

  • Encrypted data transmission
  • Secure storage solutions
  • Regular security checks
  • Limited access to personal data
  • Ongoing staff training on data protection

Cookie Usage

Cookies are used to:

  • Ensure essential website functions
  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze site traffic and usage
  • Enable social sharing features

You can manage cookie settings through your browser preferences.

Third-Party Processors

I work with trusted third parties who help operate the website, including:

  • Hosting providers
  • Analytics tools
  • Email marketing services
  • Payment processors (if relevant)

All third parties comply with GDPR and data processing agreements.

Children’s Data

I do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 18 years old. If you believe such data has been collected, please contact me for removal.

Data Breach Procedures

If a data breach occurs that may affect your rights:

  • Authorities will be notified within 72 hours
  • Affected users will be informed promptly
  • Immediate steps will be taken to reduce risk

Updates to This Notice

This Privacy Notice may be updated to reflect changes in:

  • Data processing practices
  • Legal requirements
  • Privacy improvements

All updates will be posted here with the revision date.

Contact Information

For any questions or requests related to your personal data or this Privacy Notice, please contact: