Welcome to RecipesTried.com ("we", "our", or "us"). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, including any data you may provide through contact forms, newsletter signups, or when clicking on affiliate links.
We are committed to protecting your personal data and complying with privacy laws including:
- The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – applicable to users in the EU and UK
- The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA) – for users in California
- The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) – for Canadian residents
- The Australian Privacy Act 1988 – for users in Australia
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using RecipesTried.com, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
What Data We Collect
We collect both personal and non-personal information from visitors to improve your experience and ensure site functionality.
Personal Data You Provide Directly:
- Contact Information: such as your name and email address (e.g., when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us).
- User Comments: if enabled, any name or email you provide while leaving a comment.
- Affiliate Interactions: clicking on affiliate links may be tracked to support disclosures and commissions.
Automatically Collected Data:
When you visit RecipesTried.com, we may automatically collect the following through cookies and analytics tools:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages you visit and time spent
- Referring URLs
- Device type and operating system
Data from Third Parties:
If you access RecipesTried.com via a social platform (e.g., Pinterest, Facebook), or interact with embedded third-party tools, limited data may be received from those sources in line with their privacy policies.
We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal data or information from children under 13.
How We Use Your Data
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To Operate and Maintain the Website:
Ensuring the site functions properly, loads efficiently, and displays content relevant to your location and device. - To Communicate With You:
Responding to inquiries, providing updates, or sending newsletters if you’ve opted in. - To Improve User Experience:
Analyzing how users interact with our content helps us refine our recipes, layout, and features. - To Manage Affiliate Relationships:
Tracking affiliate link usage to earn commissions in compliance with FTC guidelines and to display relevant product recommendations. - To Comply with Legal Obligations:
Ensuring data handling practices are consistent with global privacy laws like GDPR, CCPA, and others.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. Data is only shared where necessary to operate our website or comply with legal duties.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
RecipesTried.com uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us recognize your browser and remember your preferences.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for core functionality like navigation and access to secure areas.
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the site (e.g., via Google Analytics).
- Functionality Cookies: Remember user preferences, such as language settings or display options.
- Affiliate and Advertising Cookies: Track link clicks to third-party merchants (e.g., Google AdSense, Amazon) and may be used to personalize ads.
Managing Cookies:
You can modify your cookie preferences in your browser settings. Depending on your location, a cookie consent banner may appear on your first visit, allowing you to opt in or out of certain cookies in compliance with GDPR and other laws.
Please note that disabling cookies may affect some website features.
How We Share Your Data
We respect your privacy and only share your information when necessary, and only with trusted third parties:
Third-Party Service Providers:
We may share data with vendors that help us operate our site or deliver services, including:
- Email marketing providers (e.g., for newsletters)
- Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Affiliate programs (e.g., Amazon Associates, ShareASale)
Each provider is bound by strict data protection obligations and is only given access to data essential for their tasks.
Legal Requirements:
We may disclose your personal data if required to:
- Comply with a legal obligation or governmental request
- Protect or defend our legal rights
- Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the website
Affiliate Link Disclosure:
Clicking an affiliate link may allow a third party (like Amazon) to track your activity. We do not control how those third parties use your information and recommend reviewing their privacy policies.
We do not sell or rent your personal data.
International Data Transfers
Because RecipesTried.com is accessible worldwide, your personal data may be transferred to—and processed in—countries outside your country of residence, including the United States, United Kingdom, European Union, Canada, and Australia.
Legal Safeguards:
We take measures to ensure your data remains protected regardless of where it is processed. These safeguards may include:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission
- Ensuring third-party services maintain compliance with GDPR, CCPA, PIPEDA, and other applicable laws
By using our website and submitting your data, you consent to these international transfers in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Your Rights Under Privacy Laws
Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data under laws like the GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, PIPEDA, and the Australian Privacy Act.
If you are in the European Union or United Kingdom:
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request data deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
- Object to or restrict data processing
- Receive a copy of your data in a portable format
- Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)
- Lodge a complaint with your national data protection authority
If you are in California (USA):
You have the right to:
- Know what personal data we collect and why
- Request deletion of your data
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal data (we do not sell data)
- Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights
If you are in Canada or Australia:
You may request:
- Access to the personal data we hold about you
- Corrections to inaccurate information
- Information about how we manage your data and who we share it with
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us via the details provided in the “Contact Us” section below.
Data Retention and Security
Data Retention:
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including:
- Maintaining site functionality
- Complying with legal obligations
- Resolving disputes
- Enforcing our agreements
If you request deletion of your data, we will remove it unless we are legally required to retain it.
Data Security:
We take appropriate security measures to protect your information, including:
- Using SSL (Secure Socket Layer) encryption
- Limiting access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
- Working only with third-party processors who meet strict data protection standards
However, no system is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
RecipesTried.com is not intended for use by children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
If you are under 13, please do not use this website or submit any personal data through forms or comment sections. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child under 13 without verified parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
Parents or guardians who believe their child may have provided us with personal data can contact us directly, and we will take appropriate action.
Changes to This Policy & Contact Information
Changes to This Policy:
We may change this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we do so, we will post the updated policy on our sites and will indicate when the Privacy Policy was last revised. If We make any material changes, we will provide you with additional notice. You should periodically review our current Privacy Policy to stay informed of our personal data practices.
Contact Us:
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your rights, or how your data is handled, please contact us at:
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: https://recipestried.com
We will respond to privacy-related inquiries as promptly as possible.
Last updated: May 27th, 2025