GDPR Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 11/03/2025

At aprecipes.com, operated by Ashley, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy and personal data of our users in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable data protection laws. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data, as well as your rights under GDPR.

Table of Contents

1. Data Controller

2. Information We Collect

We collect and process the following types of data:

Personal Information

  • Name and email address (when subscribing to our newsletter or contacting us).

Usage Data

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited (collected through analytics tools like Google Analytics)

Transaction Data

  • Information related to purchases made through affiliate links.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data for the following purposes:

  • To provide and improve our website and services.
  • To communicate updates, respond to inquiries, and send newsletters (only with your consent).
  • To analyze website performance and enhance user experience.
  • To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

4. Legal Basis for Processing Data

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent – When you opt in to receive newsletters or marketing emails.
  • Legitimate Interests – To improve our website, services, and user experience.
  • Legal Obligations – To meet our legal and regulatory responsibilities.

5. Data Sharing and Third Party Services

We may share your data with trusted third parties, including:

  • Service Providers – Hosting services, analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics), and email marketing tools.
  • Affiliate Partners – When you make purchases through affiliate links, relevant transaction data may be shared with affiliate networks.

We ensure that these third parties comply with GDPR and implement appropriate data protection measures.

6. Your GDPR Rights

Under GDPR, you are entitled to the following rights concerning your personal data:

  • Right of Access – Request a copy of your personal data.
  • Right to Correction – Update or correct inaccurate information.
  • Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten) – Request the deletion of your data.
  • Right to Restriction – Limit the processing of your data under certain conditions.
  • Right to Data Portability – Obtain a copy of your data in a structured format.
  • Right to Withdraw Consent – Revoke consent for marketing communications at any time.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Once the retention period expires, data will be securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve user experience, analyze site traffic, and serve relevant ads (including Google AdSense).

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies – Necessary for the website to function properly.
  • Performance Cookies – To analyze how visitors use the website and improve user experience.
  • Functional Cookies – To remember user preferences and enhance functionality.
  • Advertising Cookies – To provide relevant ads based on your browsing habits.

For more details, please review our [Cookie Policy].

9. Data Security

We implement industry standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure, including:

  • Encryption
  • Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology
  • Firewalls
  • Regular security audits

However, no online data transmission is entirely secure. Users are encouraged to take precautions to safeguard their personal information.

10. International Data Transfers

Your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). When this occurs, we ensure that adequate protection measures are in place, such as standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission or other legally recognized safeguards.

11. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child under 16 has provided us with personal data, we will take steps to delete such data.

12. Policy Updates

We may update this GDPR Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

13. Contact Information

Consent

By using this website, you consent to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms, you may withdraw your consent or adjust your cookie settings at any time.