Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 10, 2026

Welcome to theusrecipe.com (the “Website”), a general recipe network operated by us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Website at https://www.theusrecipe.com. Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms, please do not access the Website.

We are based in the State of New York, United States. By using the Website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Data

We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide when you interact with the Website, such as when you subscribe to our newsletter, submit a recipe, leave a comment, or contact us. This may include:

• Your name
• Email address (e.g., [email protected] for inquiries)
• Any other information you choose to provide in comments or submissions

1.2 Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you visit the Website, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and the dates/times of your visits. This helps us understand how users interact with our recipe content.

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic functionality (e.g., saving preferences).
• Analytics Cookies: To analyze traffic and usage patterns (see Section 4).
• Advertising Cookies: To deliver relevant ads and measure ad performance.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of the Website.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data for the following purposes:

• To operate, maintain, and improve the Website and its recipe content
• To send you newsletters, updates, or promotional materials (with your consent)
• To respond to your comments, questions, or requests
• To analyze usage trends and personalize your experience
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

3. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data under the following legal bases:

• Consent: When you subscribe to our newsletter or accept cookies.
• Legitimate Interests: For analytics, security, and improving our services.
• Contractual Necessity: To fulfill any requests you make (e.g., recipe submissions).
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws.

4. Third-Party Services

We may share your information with trusted third parties who assist us in operating the Website. These include:

• Analytics Providers: Such as Google Analytics, to track and report website traffic. These providers may use cookies to collect data about your online activities.
• Advertising Networks: To display relevant ads. These networks may use cookies to serve interest-based advertisements.
• Hosting Services: To store and serve the Website’s content securely.

We do not sell your personal data to third parties. However, third-party services may collect data independently. Please review their privacy policies for more information.

5. Cookies Policy

We use cookies for the following purposes:

• Essential: For site functionality (e.g., remembering your preferences).
• Analytics: To understand how you use the Website (e.g., which recipes are popular).
• Advertising: To deliver targeted ads and measure their effectiveness.

You can manage cookie preferences via our cookie consent banner or your browser settings. For more details, contact us at [email protected].

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. For example:

• Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe.
• Comments: Until you request deletion.
• Analytics data: Typically up to 26 months.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal exceptions.
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data.
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within one month.

9. Your Rights Under CCPA and CPRA (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) provide you with specific rights:

• Right to Know: Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal data we have collected about you.
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to exceptions.
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale of your personal data. We do not sell personal data, but you may still submit a request.
• Right to Correct: Correct inaccurate personal data.
• Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: We do not process sensitive personal information.
• Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of these rights.

To exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will verify your identity before processing your request.

10. CalOPPA Compliance

Pursuant to the California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA), we agree to the following:

• Users can visit our site anonymously.
• Our Privacy Policy link includes the word “Privacy” and is easily accessible on our homepage.
• We will notify users of any changes to this policy on this page.
• You can change your personal information by contacting us at [email protected].

11. Children’s Privacy (COPPA)

Our Website is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us at [email protected]. We will take steps to delete such information promptly.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers are located. If you are located in the EEA, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses, to protect your data.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the “Effective Date” at the top. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Website: https://www.theusrecipe.com

We are located in the State of New York, United States of America.