PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: October 30, 2025
1. Introduction
At Yum Recettes, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter
- Comments and ratings you leave on recipes
- Information submitted through contact forms
- Account information if you create a user profile
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- IP address and browser type
- Device information and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on our site
- Referring website addresses
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
2.3 Information from Third Parties
- Social media information if you interact with us through social platforms
- Analytics data from Google Analytics and other analytics providers
- Advertising network data for targeted advertising
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve our website services
- To send newsletters and recipe updates you have subscribed to
- To respond to your comments and inquiries
- To analyze website usage and improve user experience
- To personalize content and advertisements
- To prevent fraud and enhance website security
- To comply with legal obligations
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on:
- Consent: When you subscribe to newsletters or submit forms
- Legitimate Interest: To improve our services and analyze website performance
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Contract Performance: To provide services you have requested
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
5.1 Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies: Required for website functionality
Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
Targeting Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements
5.2 Third Party Cookies
We use the following third party services that may set cookies:
- Google Analytics for website analytics
- Google AdSense for advertising
- Social media plugins (Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram)
- Comment systems and engagement tools
5.3 Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality. To opt out of Google Analytics, visit: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
6. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:
- Service providers who help operate our website (hosting, email services, analytics)
- Advertising partners for targeted advertising
- Legal authorities when required by law
- Business partners in connection with a merger or acquisition
All third parties are required to protect your data and use it only for specified purposes.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:
- Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe
- Comments: Indefinitely unless you request deletion
- Analytics data: Typically 26 months
- Contact form submissions: Up to 2 years
8. Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have the following rights:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
- Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at: contact@yumrecettes.com
9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:
- SSL encryption for data transmission
- Secure server infrastructure
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls and authentication
- Data backup and recovery procedures
However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:
- Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
- Privacy Shield certification where applicable
- Adequate data protection measures
11. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover we have collected data from a child, we will delete it promptly.
12. Email Communications
12.1 Newsletter Subscriptions
When you subscribe to our newsletter, we will send you:
- Weekly recipe updates
- Special announcements
- Exclusive content and tips
12.2 Unsubscribing
You can unsubscribe at any time by:
- Clicking the unsubscribe link in any email
- Contacting us directly at: contact@yumrecettes.com
- Managing your preferences in your account settings
13. Social Media
Our website includes social media features and widgets. These features may collect your IP address and page activity and may set cookies. Your interactions with these features are governed by the privacy policies of the respective social media companies.
14. Advertising and Analytics
14.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information anonymously. You can opt out by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
14.2 Google AdSense
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your browsing history. You can manage ad preferences at: https://www.google.com/settings/ads
14.3 Affiliate Marketing
We participate in affiliate marketing programs. When you click on affiliate links, cookies may be placed to track conversions. This does not affect your privacy or the price you pay.
15. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
- Right to deletion of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
We do not sell personal information as defined by CCPA.
16. Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you and relevant authorities within 72 hours as required by GDPR, unless the breach is unlikely to result in risk to your rights and freedoms.
17. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Posting a notice on our website
- Sending an email to newsletter subscribers
- Updating the Last Updated date at the top of this policy
18. Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices:
Email: contact@yumrecettes.com
For GDPR-related inquiries, you also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
19. Consent
By using our website, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our website.
