Last updated: 28 July 2025
1. Who We Are
Cupcake‑Recipes.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a recipe website that helps home bakers create delicious desserts and easy meals. Our registered business address is … (add address if applicable).
2. Information We Collect
| Type of Data | When & How We Collect It | Why We Collect It |
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| Personal identifiers(name, email) | When you subscribe to our newsletter, leave a comment, or contact us directly | To deliver requested content, respond to inquiries, and send occasional marketing emails (with opt‑out link) |
| Usage data (IP address, browser type, pages visited) | Automatically via cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) | To analyze site performance, prevent fraud, and improve user experience |
| Device data (operating system, referring URLs) | Automatically via server logs | Same as above |
3. Cookies & Similar Technologies
We use first‑ and third‑party cookies to remember preferences, serve personalized ads (via Google AdSense), and compile aggregate statistics. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some site functions may not work properly.
4. How We Use Your Information
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Send recipe updates, meal‑plan downloads, or promotional offers you’ve requested.
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Improve website content and layout based on aggregated analytics.
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Detect, prevent, and address technical or security issues.
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Comply with legal obligations (e.g., accounting, law‑enforcement requests).
5. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)
We rely on one of the following grounds, as appropriate:
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Consent (newsletter sign‑ups).
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Legitimate interest (site analytics, basic marketing).
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Contract (responding to direct inquiries).
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Legal obligation (tax, fraud prevention).
6. How We Share Data
We never sell personal data. We may share limited information with:
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Service providers (email platform, web‑hosting company) bound by confidentiality agreements.
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Advertising partners (Google AdSense) to display relevant ads.
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Authorities, if required by law or to protect our rights.
7. International Transfers
Our servers may be located outside your country. We ensure adequate data protection through standard contractual clauses or other lawful mechanisms.
8. Data Retention
Personal data is kept only as long as necessary:
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Newsletter data—until you unsubscribe.
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Comment data—indefinitely (to preserve conversation) unless you request deletion.
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Analytics logs—26 months (Google’s default) then automatically deleted.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction (GDPR/EU, CCPA/California, etc.), you may:
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Access, correct, or delete personal data.
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Object to processing or request restriction.
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Export your data in a portable format.
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Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
Email privacy@cupcake‑recipes.com with your request; we’ll respond within 30 days.
10. Children’s Privacy
Cupcake‑Recipes.com is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe we have, contact us for immediate removal.
11. Third‑Party Links
Recipes may link to external sites; we’re not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before providing information.
12. Security
We use SSL encryption, firewall‑protected hosting, and role‑based access controls to protect data. No method is 100 % secure, but we strive for best‑practice safeguards.
13. Policy Updates
We may update this policy periodically. Changes are effective once posted with a new “Last updated” date. We recommend checking this page regularly.
14. Contact Us
For privacy questions, data‑access requests, or cookie concerns:
Email: privacy@cupcake‑recipes.com
