Effective Date: April 8, 2025
At PleasyRecipes, we value your privacy and understand the importance of protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect from you when you use our website, PleasyRecipes.com (the “Site”), and how we use, disclose, and protect that information.
WHAT INFORMATION WE COLLECT
The information we collect may identify, relate to, describe, or be associated with a particular individual or household (“Personal Information”). PleasyRecipes collects the following categories of Personal Information:
- Identifiers: This includes your name, email address, postal address, and IP address. We may collect this information when you interact with our Site, sign up for our newsletter, or create an account.
- Personal Information as Described in the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): This includes your name, contact information, and payment details when applicable (such as for any purchases or subscriptions). We may collect this information when you sign up for services or make a purchase on the Site.
- Internet or Other Electronic Network Activity Information: We collect information regarding your browsing history, interactions with the Site, and search queries. This helps us improve your experience and provide personalized content and recommendations.
- Geolocation Data: While we do not actively track your precise geolocation, we may collect general location information (such as your city or region) based on your IP address, primarily for localized content and advertising.
- Inferences Drawn from Personal Information: We may use the information you provide, such as your preferences in recipes, meal planning, and dietary restrictions, to create personalized profiles and deliver content that matches your interests.
WHAT INFORMATION WE DISCLOSE FOR A BUSINESS PURPOSE
At PleasyRecipes, we may use your personal information for business purposes, which are defined as operational purposes that help us run the Site and improve your experience. A “business purpose” refers to using personal information for operational tasks such as website functionality, content personalization, and targeted advertising, provided that it is reasonable and proportionate to the purpose for which the information was collected.
We may disclose the following categories of personal information for business purposes:
- Identifiers:
We may use and disclose information such as your name and email address when voluntarily entered during account creation, newsletter sign-ups, or when you interact with us. Additionally, we collect your IP address for purposes related to website functionality and security. - Personal Information as Described in California Customer Records Statute (CA Code 1798.80):
We may use your name and contact details for operational purposes such as communication, customer support, and service improvement. - Internet or Other Electronic Network Activity Information:
We use browsing history and other interaction details (such as your activity with our Site, blog posts, and newsletters) to improve our content and user experience.
WHAT INFORMATION WE SELL
At PleasyRecipes, we do not sell your personal information for monetary or other valuable consideration. We believe in protecting your privacy and will never sell your data to third parties.
HOW WE COLLECT YOUR INFORMATION
At PleasyRecipes, we collect information to improve your experience and provide you with personalized, relevant content. The ways we collect your information include:
- Information You Voluntarily Submit to the Site:
We may collect personal information when you voluntarily provide it to us, such as your name or email address. For example, you may provide this information when subscribing to our newsletter, leaving a comment, or filling out a contact form. Additionally, if you choose to create a user profile on PleasyRecipes, we will store your username (but not your password). - Information We Collect from Others:
We may receive information about you from third-party services or platforms if you use them through PleasyRecipes (for example, third-party apps or integrations). - Automatically-Collected Information:
We automatically collect certain details about your device and usage of the Site. This includes your IP address, operating system, browser type, pages you visited, referring websites, and the times you accessed PleasyRecipes. We also track your interaction with the Site, such as links clicked or content viewed. - Cookies:
We use cookies, which are small data files stored on your browser, to enhance your experience on PleasyRecipes. These cookies may be either session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (which stay until deleted). Cookies help us provide a more personalized experience by storing information about your preferences and interactions with the Site. Our use of cookies includes:- Authentication: To recognize you and keep you logged in.
- Email: To help us send relevant content to those who have subscribed.
- Security: To prevent fraudulent use of accounts and ensure the security of our services.
- Advertising: To show personalized ads based on your browsing activity.
- Analysis: To analyze website usage and improve our services.
- Google Analytics:
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and performance. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect data, such as your IP address, browser type, and website interactions. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing a browser add-on, available here. - Comments:
When you leave a comment on PleasyRecipes, we may store your name, email address, and website information in cookies to save time for future comments. This information will be retained for one year. If you have an account and are logged in, we may also set cookies to remember your login details and display preferences.
INTEREST-BASED ADVERTISING
PleasyRecipes works with third-party services such as advertising networks and partners to deliver ads that are tailored to your interests. These services may use cookies, web beacons, or other technologies to collect and analyze your usage data and preferences to display ads that are relevant to you.
For example, we may use ezoic, a marketing and advertising platform, to place advertisements on the Site. Ezoic may collect and use certain data for advertising purposes. You can learn more about how Ezoic uses your data by reviewing their privacy policy here:https://www.ezoic.com/privacy-policy/
EMAIL ADDRESSES
If you voluntarily provide us with your email address (e.g., by subscribing to our newsletter or entering a promotion), we will use your email address only for the purposes you provided it for. Occasionally, we may send you emails about the Site or other products and services that may interest you. You can unsubscribe from these emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of the email.
We will never share your email address with any third parties without your consent.
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), please refer to the section below titled “Additional Rights of EEA Residents.”
REGISTRATION OR ACCOUNT DATA
When you register on PleasyRecipes, we may collect certain information from you, such as your name, email address, and password (if applicable), as well as additional data you provide while using the Site (like comments). We may also gather information from third-party sources to enhance your user profile and improve your experience.
This information helps us provide a better user experience, diagnose technical issues, and recommend content or features that may be of interest to you.
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), please refer to the section below titled “Additional Rights of EEA Residents.”
TRANSACTIONAL DATA
If you make a purchase through PleasyRecipes, we may collect transaction-related data, including payment information and contact details. We use this data to process payments, handle refunds, and resolve related queries. All payment processing is handled by third-party providers such as PayPal and Stripe, and we only share transactional data with them as needed. You can review their privacy policies here: PayPal Privacy Policy and Stripe Privacy Policy.
CLOUDFLARE
PleasyRecipes uses Cloudflare for website security and caching purposes. Cloudflare does not share any personal information obtained through these services with third parties.
CONVERTKIT
For newsletter subscriptions, we use ConvertKit. Any information you provide for subscription purposes will be handled by ConvertKit, and they will not share your data with any third parties.
SPONSORED CONTENT TRACKING PIXELS
From time to time, PleasyRecipes may engage in sponsored campaigns with various brands, influencers, and agencies. These campaigns may use tracking pixels (also known as web beacons) to collect data about the campaign’s performance. This data is collected by the sponsoring company to track the effectiveness of the campaign. No personally identifiable information from PleasyRecipes is used in conjunction with these tracking pixels.
AFFILIATE PROGRAM PARTICIPATION
PleasyRecipes participates in affiliate marketing programs, including the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. This program enables us to earn advertising fees by linking to Amazon.com. If you click on an affiliate link, a cookie may be placed in your browser to track sales for commission purposes. For more information about Amazon’s privacy practices, please refer to their privacy policy.
NEWSLETTERS
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we may use tracking pixels to monitor the success of our email marketing campaigns. These pixels allow us to see whether and when you open our emails and which links you click. This information helps us tailor future email content to your interests. We will not share this data with third parties.
THIRD-PARTY USE OF PERSONAL INFORMATION
We may share your information with third parties only when you explicitly authorize us to do so.
Additionally, PleasyRecipes may use third-party service providers to manage various aspects of the site, including but not limited to advertising, payment processing, and analytics. These third-party service providers may collect and use your personal information according to their own privacy policies. At this time, we do not share your personal information with any third-party applications unless explicitly stated here.
Except as required by law, we will not sell, distribute, or disclose your personal information without your consent. However, we may disclose or transfer personal information if PleasyRecipes undergoes a merger, consolidation, or acquisition, or in connection with any bankruptcy or reorganization proceedings.
WHAT RIGHTS YOU HAVE OVER YOUR DATA
If you have an account on our site or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you have voluntarily provided. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you, except for any data we are required to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
MEDIA
If you upload images to the site, please avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors to the site may be able to download and extract location data from images.
EMBEDDED CONTENT FROM OTHER SITES
Articles on PleasyRecipes may contain embedded content (e.g., videos, images, articles). Embedded content from other websites behaves as if the visitor has visited that website. These external websites may collect data about you, use cookies, and employ third-party tracking, including monitoring your interaction with embedded content if you are logged into that website.
ANONYMOUS DATA
We may use anonymous data that cannot identify you individually or, when combined with data from other parties, helps us understand broader trends. This anonymous data may be shared with third parties for marketing, advertising, or other purposes. Examples of such data include analytics or information collected via cookies.
PUBLICLY VISIBLE INFORMATION
If you create a user profile on PleasyRecipes or leave a comment, certain information (such as your username and comment) may be publicly visible to other visitors.
SENSITIVE PERSONAL INFORMATION
Please do not submit sensitive personal information (such as social security numbers, race or ethnicity, political opinions, religious beliefs, health information, or criminal background) to PleasyRecipes. If you do submit such information, it will be handled in accordance with this privacy policy.
CHILDREN’S INFORMATION
PleasyRecipes does not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under the age of 16. If you believe we have unintentionally collected such information, please contact us immediately at [email protected], and we will make every effort to remove the information promptly.
SALE OF BUSINESS OR ASSETS
In the event that PleasyRecipes or substantially all of its assets is sold or disposed of as part of a merger, sale of assets, or otherwise, or in the event of insolvency, bankruptcy, or receivership, the information we have collected about you may be one of the assets transferred as part of that transaction.
CHANGES TO THE PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The most recent version will always be posted on the PleasyRecipes site, with the “Effective Date” listed at the top of the policy. We may revise and update this Privacy Policy due to changes in our practices, technology, or the addition or modification of services. If any material changes occur regarding how we handle your personal information, or if we intend to use your personal information in a way materially different from how it was stated when collected, we will provide you with a reasonable opportunity to consent to those changes. If you do not consent, we will continue to use your information according to the policy that was in place at the time it was collected. By using our site or services after the Effective Date, you agree to the updated privacy policy. We will continue to use previously collected information in accordance with the privacy policy in effect at the time of collection.
CONTACTING US
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the practices of PleasyRecipes, please contact us at [email protected].
