GDPR

GDPR Privacy Policy
At sophiyarecipes.com, accessible from www.sophiyarecipes.com, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our visitors’ personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information about you when you visit our website, and your rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

  • Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, IP address, and any other information you provide to us directly through forms or emails.
  • Usage Data: Information about how you use our website, including your browsing history, search queries, page views, and interaction with our content.
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Information collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies as described in our Cookie Policy.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To provide, maintain, and improve our website and services.
  • To respond to your inquiries, comments, or requests.
  • To send you updates, newsletters, or promotional materials, if you have opted to receive them.
  • To analyze and monitor usage patterns to improve user experience.
  • To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases to process your personal data:

  • Consent: Where you have provided consent to process your data (e.g., subscribing to newsletters).
  • Contractual Necessity: To fulfill a contract with you or to take steps at your request before entering into such a contract.
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve our services and ensure the security of our website.
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal requests.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal data to third parties except:

  • With service providers who help us operate our website and provide services to you (e.g., hosting, analytics, marketing).
  • When required by law, regulation, or legal request.
  • To protect the rights, property, or safety of sophiyarecipes.com, our users, or others.

5. International Data Transfers

Your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). In such cases, we will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data as required by applicable laws.

6. Data Retention

We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including for legal, regulatory, or reporting requirements.

7. Your Rights Under GDPR

Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right to Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
  • Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data.
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Request restriction of processing of your personal data.
  • Right to Data Portability: Request the transfer of your data to another organization.
  • Right to Object: Object to the processing of your personal data.
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw your consent at any time where we rely on consent to process your data.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email address].

8. Security of Your Information

We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

9. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. For more information about how we use cookies, please read our Cookie Policy.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the date at the top will be updated accordingly. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about our data practices.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]