Last Updated: 3/6/2025
At Flashy Recipes (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we prioritize your privacy and comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Google AdSense Terms of Service.
Our policy details how your information is collected, utilized, and safeguarded during your interactions with our site..
1. Data Controller Information
- Website Name: Flashy Recipes
- Website URL: https://flashyrecipes.com
- Email: [email protected]
2. What Personal Data Do We Collect?
We collect and process:
| Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Contact Information | Email address (via newsletter sign-ups or forms). |
| Technical Data | IP address, browser type, device information, cookies, and usage analytics. |
| User Submissions | Comments, recipe ratings, or feedback shared on the Site. |
| Marketing Preferences | Consent status for newsletters and ads. |
3. How We Use Your Data?
- We process your data to:
- Deliver and enhance our recipes, content, and services.
- Personalize your experience (e.g., tailored recipe suggestions).
- Send newsletters and updates (only with your consent).
- Analyze traffic via Google Analytics to improve performance.
- Display ads via Google AdSense (using cookies for relevance).
- Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under GDPR, we rely on:
- Consent: For newsletters, cookies, and ads.
- Contractual Necessity: To provide requested services.
- Legitimate Interests: Site optimization, analytics, and security.
- Legal Compliance: To meet regulatory requirements.
5. Google AdSense & Third-Party Services
We use Google AdSense to display ads. This involves:
- Personalized Ads: Google uses cookies and browsing data to show relevant ads.
- Non-Personalized Ads: Users in the EEA and UK may see contextual ads (no tracking).
- Google Analytics: Tracks anonymized data to analyze site performance.
Review Google’s Privacy Policy for details on their data practices.
6. How We Share Your Data?
We only share data with:
- Service Providers: We partner with providers for web hosting, audience analytics, and digital advertising (such as Google).
- Legal Authorities: Information may be disclosed to comply with legal obligations, such as court orders or lawful government requests.
We never sell your personal data.
7. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the right to:
Access – Request a copy of your data.
Rectification – Correct inaccurate data.
Erasure – You may request the permanent removal of your personal data from our systems (“Right to be Forgotten”) under applicable laws.
Restrict Processing – You may request that we temporarily or permanently confine how your personal data is used, as permitted by applicable privacy laws.
Data Portability – Transfer your data elsewhere.
Object – Opt out of marketing or specific processing.
Withdraw Consent – Unsubscribe or revoke permissions.
To exercise these rights, email us at: [email protected].
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for the period necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law or legitimate business needs:
- Newsletter Subscribers: Until you unsubscribe.
- Comments/Accounts: Until deletion is requested or inactive for 2 years.
- Cookies: Duration varies (see Cookie Policy).
9. Data Security
We employ advanced safeguards such as encryption protocols, secure server infrastructure, and strict access controls to protect your information.
While these measures significantly reduce risks, no electronic system can ensure absolute invulnerability to breaches.
10. International Data Transfers
For international data transfers beyond the EEA, we ensure GDPR compliance by employing validated safeguards like SCCs and adequacy assessments.
11. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to:
- Enhance user experience.
- Serve Google AdSense ads.
- Analyze traffic via Google Analytics.
Manage Cookies: Adjust settings via your browser or our Cookie Consent Banner.
12. Updates to This Policy
Changes will be posted here with a new Last Updated date. Continued Site use implies acceptance.
13. Contact Us
For questions or data requests:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://flashyrecipes.com
By using Flashy Recipes, you agree to this GDPR Policy.