At Costa Recipes, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the measures we take to safeguard your data when you visit our website.
1. Information We Collect
When you visit Costa Recipes, we may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, leave a comment, or contact us, we may collect your name, email address, and any information you voluntarily provide.
- Non-Personal Information: This includes data such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and pages you visit on our website. This information helps us improve the user experience.
- Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the site may not function properly.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To improve the functionality and content of our website.
- To send you updates, newsletters, or respond to your inquiries (only if you have opted in).
- To analyze user behavior and trends to enhance our services.
- To comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes, if necessary.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following cases:
- With service providers who help us operate the website (e.g., email marketing services), but only to the extent necessary to perform their functions.
- When required by law or in response to a legal request.
4. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Non-personal information may be retained for analytical purposes.
5. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- The right to access, update, or delete your data.
- The right to opt out of receiving communications from us.
- The right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority.
To exercise your rights, please contact us.
7. Security Measures
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.
8. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. Any updates will be posted on this page with the “Effective Date” revised accordingly.
Effective Date: December 18, 2024.