Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 3rd, 2024

This Privacy Policy for Roast Coast Recipes (“we,” “us,” or “our”) outlines how and why we may access, collect, store, use, and/or share (“process”) your personal information when you engage with our website and services (“Services”), including when you:

  • Visit our website at https://roastcoastrecipes.com or any website of ours that links to this Privacy Policy.
  • Interact with our AI-powered tools, including recipe generators and food-related content created by Greg, our AI-Chef avatar.
  • Participate in other activities on our site, such as subscribing to our newsletter, leaving comments, or contacting us directly.

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

SUMMARY OF KEY POINTS

This summary provides an overview of the key points from our Privacy Policy. For more details, you can refer to each section or use the table of contents for easier navigation.

  1. What information do we collect?
    • We collect personal information you provide to us and automatically collect certain data when you use our website.
  2. Do we process any sensitive personal information?
    • We do not process sensitive personal information such as racial or ethnic data, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation.
  3. How do we process your information?
    • We use your information to improve our Services, communicate with you, enhance security, and comply with legal obligations.
  4. How and when do we share your personal information?
    • We may share your information with service providers and third-party partners in specific situations.
  5. How do we keep your information safe?
    • We employ organizational and technical measures to safeguard your information, but no method is fully secure.
  6. What are your privacy rights?
    • Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information.

1. WHAT INFORMATION DO WE COLLECT?

Personal Information You Provide to Us
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Register for newsletters or updates.
  • Submit forms or leave comments on our recipes and articles.
  • Participate in promotions or surveys.

Information Automatically Collected
We automatically collect certain data when you interact with our website. This may include:

  • Device Information: Your IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information.
  • Usage Data: Information about how you navigate our site, including pages viewed, links clicked, and time spent on the website.

This information is primarily used for security, operational purposes, and analytics to improve our content and user experience.

Sensitive Information
We do not process sensitive personal information (such as racial or ethnic origin, health data, or political opinions).

2. HOW DO WE PROCESS YOUR INFORMATION?

We process your personal information to:

  • Provide and improve our Services, including AI-generated content powered by Greg, our AI-Chef.
  • Communicate with you about updates, new recipes, and other related content.
  • Enhance security and prevent fraud.
  • Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

We may also use your information for purposes such as sending newsletters or collecting feedback, but only with your consent.

3. WHAT LEGAL BASES DO WE RELY ON TO PROCESS YOUR INFORMATION?

Depending on your location, we rely on the following legal bases to process your personal information:

  • Consent: For actions like subscribing to our newsletter or using AI-powered recipe tools.
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve our Services and communicate with you.
  • Compliance with Legal Obligations: To fulfill legal requirements related to data processing.
  • Protection of Vital Interests: In rare circumstances where your life or health may be at risk.

4. WHEN AND WITH WHOM DO WE SHARE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION?

We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Companies or contractors who help us run the website or provide services such as hosting, analytics, or email management.
  • Business Transfers: If we undergo a business transfer, such as a merger or acquisition, your information may be transferred as part of the process.
  • Legal Compliance: When required by law or to protect our rights, we may share information with authorities.

5. WHAT IS OUR STANCE ON THIRD-PARTY WEBSITES?

Our website may contain links to third-party sites for products, services, or content that we endorse or recommend. We do not control these sites and are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information with them.

6. DO WE USE COOKIES AND OTHER TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES?

Yes, we use cookies and similar technologies to collect and store information such as:

  • User preferences
  • Browsing behavior
  • Analytics and reporting

You can manage your cookie preferences by adjusting your browser settings or reviewing our Cookie Notice for more details.

7. DO WE OFFER ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE-BASED PRODUCTS?

Yes, Roast Coast Recipes features AI-powered tools, including recipe generation and cooking tips provided by Greg, our AI-Chef avatar. These tools help enhance your experience on our site by offering personalized recipe ideas, food advice, and other culinary content. All personal information processed through these tools is handled securely.

8. HOW LONG DO WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION?

We keep your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless otherwise required by law. Once it is no longer needed, we will take steps to delete or anonymize your data.

9. HOW DO WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION SAFE?

We take reasonable organizational and technical measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no data transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. DO WE COLLECT INFORMATION FROM MINORS?

We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under the age of 18. If we discover that we have unintentionally collected personal information from a minor, we will take steps to delete it.

11. WHAT ARE YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS?

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

  • Access: The right to request access to your data.
  • Correction: The right to correct any inaccuracies in your information.
  • Deletion: The right to request the deletion of your data.
  • Opt-Out: The right to withdraw consent for certain data processing activities.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided below.

12. CONTROLS FOR DO-NOT-TRACK FEATURES

We do not currently respond to Do-Not-Track signals from your browser. If you have concerns about tracking, we encourage you to manage your preferences through your browser settings or refer to our Cookie Notice.

13. DO UNITED STATES RESIDENTS HAVE SPECIFIC PRIVACY RIGHTS?

If you are a resident of certain states in the U.S., you may have additional privacy rights, including the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the processing of your personal information. You may also have the right to opt-out of certain data-sharing activities. Please review your state’s specific privacy laws for more information.

14. DO WE MAKE UPDATES TO THIS NOTICE?

Yes, we may update this Privacy Policy periodically to comply with changing laws or to reflect changes in our practices. We will notify you of significant updates by posting the revised Privacy Policy on this page. Please review it regularly.

15. HOW CAN YOU CONTACT US ABOUT THIS NOTICE?

If you have any questions or comments about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected]. We are here to assist you!