GDPR

Effective Date: 18/01/2025

Introduction

Welcome to OvenlyRecipes.com. This GDPR Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws. By using this Website, you consent to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.

We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your data through full transparency and responsible practices. This GDPR Privacy Policy outlines your rights and how we manage your information.

Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • Contact Information: Such as your name, email address, and any other details you provide when subscribing to newsletters, submitting feedback, or creating an account.

  • Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the Website, including pages visited, time spent on site, and navigation patterns.

  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: Data gathered through cookies and similar tracking tools to enhance your user experience and analyze usage behavior.

  • User-Generated Content: This includes recipes, comments, or other content you voluntarily submit to the Website.

All data collected is relevant and limited to what is necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this GDPR Privacy Policy.

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

  • To provide, operate, and improve the Website and its content.

  • To send newsletters, updates, and marketing messages, where you have provided explicit consent.

  • To respond to comments, feedback, or support inquiries.

  • To analyze trends and behavior to improve user experience.

  • To detect and prevent misuse or fraudulent activity on our platform.

Each use of your data is consistent with the principles laid out in this GDPR Privacy Policy.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent (e.g., for sending you marketing emails).

  • Performance of a contract (e.g., providing requested services).

  • Legal obligations (e.g., compliance with tax or data retention laws).

  • Legitimate interests (e.g., ensuring website security and optimizing user experience).

We ensure that our legitimate interests do not override your fundamental rights and freedoms under the GDPR.

Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your personal information with:

  • Trusted Service Providers: Third-party vendors who help us operate and improve the Website, such as email delivery services or analytics platforms.

  • Legal and Regulatory Authorities: When required to comply with applicable laws or respond to lawful requests.

We do not sell your personal data under any circumstances.

Your Rights Under GDPR

As outlined in this GDPR Privacy Policy, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: You can request access to the data we hold about you.

  • Rectification: You may correct or update your personal data.

  • Erasure: You can request the deletion of your data, subject to legal exceptions.

  • Restrict Processing: You can limit how we process your data in specific situations.

  • Data Portability: You may request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

  • Objection: You may object to certain types of data processing.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at the email address provided below.

Data Security

We apply appropriate security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include encryption, firewalls, and secure server environments.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to meet the purposes outlined in this GDPR Privacy Policy or to comply with applicable laws. After that, your data is deleted or anonymized.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tools to:

  • Improve your browsing experience.

  • Understand how visitors use the Website.

  • Remember user preferences and personalize content.

You may manage cookie settings through your browser or directly on our Website.

Updates to This GDPR Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted here with a new “Effective Date.” Continued use of the Website signifies your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this GDPR Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]