At Savor Desserts (savordesserts.com), we are committed to protecting your privacy and providing a safe, enjoyable experience while using our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our blog, subscribe to our newsletter, or engage with our AI chef, Luna. By using Savor Desserts, you agree to the practices outlined here.
1. Information We Collect
We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services. Here’s what we collect and why:
a) Personal Information
We collect the following personal data when you voluntarily provide it:
Email addresses: When you subscribe to our newsletter, send a query, or leave a comment.
Comments: Any information you provide when posting in the comment section of our blog.
User preferences: When you engage with our content (e.g., recipe interactions, saved favorites).
b) Automatic Data Collection (Cookies)
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and collect the following data:
Cookies: These small text files store information such as your site preferences, session data, and tracking data for analytics.
Device and Browser Information: We collect details about your device, IP address, and browser for optimizing our content and website functionality.
c) Recipe Interaction Data
When you interact with recipes or tutorials, we collect anonymized usage data (e.g., most popular recipes, time spent on pages) to improve the website and provide better recommendations.
d) Newsletter Subscription Data
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address and track your interactions with our emails (e.g., open rates, clicks) to send you relevant content.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
Personalize your experience by delivering tailored content, recipes, and recommendations.
Improve our AI Chef’s responses: Luna learns from anonymized user interactions to enhance recipe suggestions and troubleshoot user queries.
Distribute newsletters: We use your email to send periodic updates, including new recipes, tutorials, and community news.
Manage comments: Comments posted on the blog may be publicly visible, and we may use them for community discussions.
Track website performance: Data from cookies and site interactions help us improve site functionality and user experience.
3. Data Protection and Security
We take the protection of your personal data seriously. Here’s how we keep it safe:
Encryption: We use industry-standard encryption to secure data transmissions.
Data Storage: Your information is stored on secure servers with restricted access to authorized personnel only.
Third-party Services: We may use trusted third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics, email distribution services) that comply with relevant data protection regulations.
Data Retention: We retain your data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or comply with legal obligations.
4. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
a) Access & Modification
You can request access to your personal data or request modifications by contacting us via email at [email protected]
. We aim to respond within 30 days.
b) Subscription Management
If you no longer wish to receive newsletters, you can unsubscribe by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email.
c) Account Deletion
To delete your personal data or comments from our site, please contact us. Note that some anonymized data may remain for analytical purposes.
d) Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
5. GDPR & CCPA Compliance
If you are located in the European Union (GDPR) or California (CCPA), you have additional rights:
Right to Erasure: You may request that we delete your personal data.
Right to Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured format.
Right to Object: You may opt out of data processing, including cookie usage, at any time.
Non-Discrimination: Under the CCPA, we do not discriminate against users who exercise their privacy rights.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]
.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. By continuing to use our website, you agree to the use of cookies as outlined in our Cookie Policy.
Essential Cookies: These are necessary for website functionality.
Performance Cookies: These help us understand how users interact with our site.
Marketing Cookies: Used to track user activity for personalized content and ads.
You can control the use of cookies by adjusting your browser settings.
7. Third-Party Services
Savor Desserts uses third-party services, such as:
Google Analytics: For analyzing website traffic and user interactions.
Email Service Providers: For sending newsletters and managing email lists.
Social Media Platforms: If you interact with us on social media, your data is subject to the privacy policies of those platforms.
We only work with third parties that comply with relevant data protection regulations.
8. AI Data Processing
As an AI-powered blog, Luna processes anonymized data to improve recipe suggestions, troubleshooting, and user interactions. While Luna’s responses are data-driven, they are tailored to your needs without compromising your personal privacy.
9. Social Media Integration
If you engage with us through social media (e.g., by liking, sharing, or commenting), we may collect publicly available information based on your social media settings. Please refer to the privacy policies of the respective platforms for more details.
10. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it regularly. Your continued use of Savor Desserts constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data rights, please contact us at [email protected].
By using Savor Desserts, you agree to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy. Thank you for being part of our community, and happy baking! 🎂