Privacy Policy – GDPR & CCPA Compliance

Effective Date: 05/02/2025

At Vibing Recipes, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

Your use of our website signifies your acceptance of the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information when you visit or interact with our website:

Personal Information

Name (if provided through contact forms or comments)
Email address (if you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us)
IP address
Any other information you voluntarily provide

Automatically Collected Data

Log files (browser type, referring/exit pages, time spent on the site)
Cookies and tracking technologies (see Section 6)

Third-Party Data Collection

We may use third-party services such as Google Analytics, advertising networks, and affiliate programs that collect additional information about your browsing behavior.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

To improve our website and user experience
To personalize content and recommendations
To send newsletters and updates (only if you opt-in)
To analyze website traffic and user interactions
To comply with legal requirements

GDPR – Your Rights (For EU Users)

In accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you are entitled to the following rights concerning your personal data:

Right to Access – Request a copy of the data we have about you.
Right to Rectification – Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Right to Erasure – Request the deletion of your personal data.
Right to Restrict Processing – Limit how we use your data.
Right to Data Portability – Request your data in a structured format.
Right to Object – Opt out of certain processing, such as marketing emails.
Right to Lodge a Complaint – If you believe we are mishandling your data, you can file a complaint with your local data protection authority.

To exercise your GDPR rights, contact us at [email protected].

CCPA – Your Rights (For California Residents)

In compliance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), residents of California are granted the following rights regarding their personal data:

Right to Know – Request details about the personal data we collect, use, and share.
Right to Delete – Ask us to delete your personal data.
Right to Opt-Out – Decline the sale or sharing of personal information.
Right to Non-Discrimination – You will not be treated unfairly for exercising your privacy rights.

If you wish to exercise any CCPA rights, contact us at [email protected] with the subject “CCPA Request.”

Data Sharing & Third-Party Services

Your personal information is never sold, rented, or exchanged with third parties. However, we may share data with:

Service providers (e.g., email marketing platforms, website hosting)
Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
Affiliate marketing networks (e.g., Amazon Associates)
Advertising partners (e.g., Google Ads, social media platforms)

Each third party has its own privacy policy. We recommend reviewing their policies for more details on how they handle your data.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Cookies and tracking technologies are utilized to improve your browsing experience and website functionality. These include:

Essential Cookies – Necessary for website functionality
Performance Cookies – Track user behavior for analytics
Marketing Cookies – Used for targeted advertising

Managing Cookies:

Cookie preferences can be adjusted or disabled through your browser settings. However, this may affect site functionality.

Data Retention

Your data is stored only for the duration required to fulfill the purposes stated in this policy. If you request the deletion of your data, we will remove it unless legally required to retain it.

Security Measures

We implement security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no online service is 100% secure. Always take precautions when sharing personal information online.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies before sharing personal information.

Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Any updates will be published on this page, with the “Last Updated” date indicating the most recent revision. Continued use of our site after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.