Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Goustorecipes.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website goustorecipes.com (the “Site”). Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Site.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Leave comments on our recipes
  • Contact us through our contact forms
  • Create an account (if applicable)
  • Participate in contests or surveys

This information may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Postal address (if provided)
  • Phone number (if provided)
  • Any other information you choose to provide

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Referring website
  • Pages viewed and time spent on pages
  • Date and time of visits
  • Device identifiers
  • Location data (general geographic location)

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences
  • Understand how you use our Site
  • Improve our content and user experience
  • Serve relevant advertisements
  • Analyze Site traffic and usage patterns

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our Site and services
  • Send you our newsletter and recipe updates (with your consent)
  • Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
  • Analyze Site usage and improve user experience
  • Personalize content and recommendations
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect against fraud and abuse
  • Send promotional materials (with your consent)

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

  • Website hosting and maintenance
  • Email marketing services
  • Analytics and Site optimization
  • Comment management systems
  • Payment processing (if applicable)

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

  • Court orders or legal processes
  • Government requests
  • Protection of our rights and safety
  • Investigation of fraud or security issues

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

Third-Party Services

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites and may integrate with third-party services such as:

  • Social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, etc.)
  • Google Analytics
  • Email marketing platforms
  • Advertising networks
  • Comment systems

These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Portability

  • Request access to your personal information
  • Request a copy of your data in a portable format

Correction and Updates

  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Update your preferences

Deletion

  • Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)

Opt-Out

  • Unsubscribe from marketing emails
  • Opt out of certain data collection practices

Data Processing Restrictions

  • Limit how we process your information in certain circumstances

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete such information promptly.

International Data Transfers

If you are located outside of [Your Country], please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in countries that may have different data protection laws than your jurisdiction.

Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post any changes on this page and update the “Last Updated” date. For material changes, we may provide additional notice such as email notification.

Contact Information

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

Email: info@goustorecipes.com

Website: https://goustorecipes.com

Additional Information for EU Residents (GDPR)

If you are a resident of the European Union, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal information based on:

  • Your consent (for newsletters, marketing)
  • Legitimate interests (Site improvement, security)
  • Legal obligations (compliance requirements)

Data Protection Officer

For GDPR-related inquiries, you may contact our Data Protection Officer at: [DPO Email]

Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority.

Additional Information for California Residents (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Categories of Information Collected

  • Identifiers (name, email, IP address)
  • Internet activity (browsing behavior, Site usage)
  • Geolocation data (general location)

Your CCPA Rights

  • Right to know what personal information is collected
  • Right to delete personal information
  • Right to opt-out of sale of personal information
  • Right to non-discrimination

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date listed above and applies to all users of Goustorecipes.com.