GDPR

MelbaRecipes.com GDPR 
Effective Date: 3/12/2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to MelbaRecipes.com. Your privacy is our priority, and this policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws. By accessing our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • Contact Information: Such as your name and email address when you subscribe to newsletters, provide feedback, or register an account.
  • Usage Data: Details about your interaction with the website, including pages visited, clicks, and actions performed.
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Tools used to enhance your browsing experience and gather insights on how you use our services.
  • User-Generated Content: Recipes, comments, or any other content you choose to share on the platform.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your personal data enables us to:

  • Enhance and personalize your experience on MelbaRecipes.com.
  • Send updates, newsletters, or promotional content (only with your consent).
  • Respond to your inquiries and feedback efficiently.
  • Analyze website performance and user behavior to improve our services.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under these lawful bases:

  • Consent: For activities like sending newsletters.
  • Contractual Necessity: To provide the services you request.
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws.
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve functionality and protect the security of our website.

5. Data Sharing

We may share your data with:

  • Service Providers: Trusted partners who assist in website operations (e.g., hosting and analytics).
  • Legal Authorities: When required to comply with legal obligations or protect our rights.

We ensure all partners comply with GDPR and protect your data.

6. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of your data.
  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Erasure: Request deletion of your data where applicable.
  • Restriction: Limit processing of your data.
  • Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format.
  • Objection: Opt out of certain processing activities, such as direct marketing.

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

7. Data Security

We use advanced security measures, including encryption and regular monitoring, to protect your personal data from unauthorized access or misuse.

8. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may revise this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised Effective Date.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please reach out to us at [email protected].

By using MelbaRecipes.com, you confirm your understanding of and agreement with this Privacy Policy.