Effective date: October 4, 2025
Welcome to Reciipes.com (“Reciipes”, “we”, “our”, or “us”). Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use and share it, and the choices you have regarding your information when you visit or interact with Reciipes.com (the “Site”) or use any related services we provide.
This policy is intended to be comprehensive and to serve as a strong starting point you can adapt to local laws or your specific operations. It does not constitute legal advice — consider a lawyer review for full compliance (GDPR, CCPA, and local Moroccan law where applicable).
1. Summary (Short & Simple)
We collect information you provide directly (e.g., email when you subscribe), information collected automatically (cookies, analytics), and information from third parties (service providers).
We use information to operate and improve the Site, send newsletters if you opt in, respond to requests, and for security and legal compliance.
We do not sell your personal information for money. California residents have additional rights under the CCPA — see the “Your Rights” section below.
To contact us about privacy, email hello@reciipes.com.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
When you interact with the Site, you may provide personal information, including but not limited to:
Contact details: name, email address, phone number (if provided), postal address (if provided).
Account details: username, password (if you create an account).
Content you submit: comments, recipe submissions, ratings, reviews, photos, messages, or other user-generated content.
Payment information: if you purchase goods or services, payment card details are collected by our secure payment processor (we do not store raw card data on our servers — see Payment Processors).
Subscription info: when you sign up for newsletters, we collect the email address and any preferences you provide.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
We and our third-party service providers automatically collect information when you visit the Site, including:
Device and usage data: IP address, browser type and version, time zone, operating system, device identifiers.
Usage information: pages visited, date/time stamps, referral source, search terms, interactions with the Site.
Cookies and tracking technologies: cookies, web beacons, pixels, local storage, and similar technologies (see Section 6).
2.3 Information from Third Parties
We may obtain information from third-party sources, such as:
Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
Advertising partners
Social network platforms (if you link a social account)
Publicly available sources and other third-party data providers
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To provide and maintain the Site — deliver content, features, and customer support.
To create and manage your account — register accounts, authenticate users, and enable features.
To communicate with you — respond to inquiries, send confirmations, and deliver newsletters (with consent where required).
To personalize and improve the Site — recommend recipes, perform A/B testing, and improve user experience.
To analyze usage and trends — perform analytics for product development and planning.
To process payments and prevent fraud — where applicable, work with payment processors to complete transactions and protect against unauthorized activity.
For security and legal compliance — detect, prevent, and respond to security incidents and enforce our Terms of Service.
For marketing and promotional purposes — send promotional emails or offers if you opt in (you may unsubscribe anytime).
For any purposes disclosed at the time you provide information.
4. Legal Bases for Processing (If GDPR Applies)
If you are in the EEA, our legal basis for processing includes:
Performance of a contract — to provide the services you request.
Consent — when you opt in to newsletters, cookies requiring consent, or other marketing communications.
Legitimate interests — for analytics, site security, fraud prevention, and improving services (balanced against your privacy rights).
Legal obligation — when necessary to comply with law or legal process.
5. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
5.1 Service Providers
We share data with third-party service providers who help operate the Site, such as:
Hosting and CDN services
Analytics and performance services (e.g., Google Analytics)
Email and marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp)
Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)
Security and anti-fraud providers
These providers are contractually required to protect your information and use it only as instructed.
5.2 Business Transfers
If Reciipes is involved in a merger, acquisition, reorganization, financing, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will require any buyer to respect this Privacy Policy.
5.3 Legal Compliance and Safety
We may disclose information to:
Comply with laws, regulations, court orders, or government requests.
Protect, investigate, and deter against fraudulent, harmful, or illegal activity.
Enforce our Terms of Service and protect the rights, property, or safety of Reciipes, users, or the public.
5.4 With Your Consent
We will share personal information with third parties when we have your consent.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to collect and store information when you visit the Site. Cookies help us:
Remember preferences and settings.
Provide a consistent and efficient browsing experience.
Measure and analyze Site usage to improve content and performance.
Deliver targeted ads (where applicable) and count visits.
Cookie Categories
Essential cookies: necessary for site functionality (cannot be turned off).
Performance/analytics cookies: collect anonymous analytics to help improve the Site.
Functional cookies: remember user settings and preferences.
Advertising/targeting cookies: used to deliver relevant advertising and limit ad frequency.
You can control cookies through your browser settings (delete or block cookies) and via our cookie banner/settings on first visit. Disabling some cookies may affect Site functionality.
7. Analytics & Advertising
We may use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to understand how users interact with the Site. These providers may use cookies and collect information about your visits. You can opt out of Google Analytics for Display Advertising and customize ad settings via Google’s Ad Settings.
We may also use third-party advertising partners who may set their own cookies and collect user data for interest-based advertising. For choices about targeted advertising, you can visit sites such as the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) and Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) to opt out.
8. Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites and services (social networks, recipe partners, advertisers). This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any sites you visit. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.
9. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service, fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Typical retention periods:
Account information: retained while the account is active and for a period afterward as required for legal or business purposes.
Transactional data: retained to fulfill tax, accounting, or legal obligations (often 3–7 years depending on jurisdiction).
Analytics and logs: retained in aggregated or anonymized form for analytics; raw logs retained for a limited time (e.g., 30–90 days) for security and troubleshooting.
If you request deletion of your account, we will delete or anonymize personal data subject to legal or operational constraints — see “Your Rights” below.
10. Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. Measures include TLS encryption for data in transit, access controls, and regular security assessments.
No method of transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security. If we learn of a data breach that is reasonably likely to result in significant harm, we will notify affected users and regulators as required by law.
11. Children’s Privacy
The Site is not directed to children under 13 (or higher minimum age where required by local law). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under the applicable age limit, contact us at hello@reciipes.com so we can take steps to delete the information.
12. Your Rights and Choices
12.1 Access, Correction, Deletion
You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information. To make a request, contact hello@reciipes.com. We may need to verify your identity before responding. We will respond within the time required by applicable law.
12.2 Data Portability
Where applicable, you can request a copy of your personal information in a machine-readable format.
12.3 Opt-Out of Marketing
You may opt out of promotional emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in any marketing message you receive or by contacting hello@reciipes.com.
12.4 Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you may have the right to opt out of the sale of your personal information. Reciipes does not sell personal information for money. If you believe your data has been sold, or wish to exercise your CCPA rights (access, deletion, opt-out of sale), contact hello@reciipes.com and include “CCPA Request” in the subject. We will verify and process requests as required by law.
12.5 EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)
If you are an EU/EEA resident, you may have rights including access, correction, erasure, restriction, objection, and portability of personal data, and the right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent. To exercise GDPR rights, contact hello@reciipes.com. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
13. International Transfers
Reciipes may transfer personal data to countries other than the one in which you live. If we transfer data across borders, we will take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (such as Standard Contractual Clauses or other mechanisms where required).
14. Payment Processors & Financial Data
If you purchase products or services on the Site, payment processing is handled by trusted third-party payment processors. We do not store full payment card numbers on our servers. Payment processors’ use of your personal data is governed by their privacy policies. We recommend reviewing the policy of the relevant payment processor.
15. Email Communications & Newsletters
When you sign up for newsletters, we collect your email address and any preferences you provide. You may unsubscribe at any time via the unsubscribe link in emails or by emailing hello@reciipes.com.
We may send transactional messages (order confirmations, password resets), account notifications, or service-related messages even if you opt out of marketing.
16. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will revise the “Effective date” at the top. For material changes, we may provide more prominent notice (for example, an email notification or notice on the Site). Your continued use of the Site after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
17. How to Contact Us
If you have questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Email: hello@reciipes.com
Website: https://reciipes.com
Mail (optional): Reciipes — [Your Address Here], Morocco
Please include “Privacy” in the subject line to help us route your request.
18. Additional Notices by Jurisdiction (Samples)
European Union / EEA
Data Controller: Reciipes (contact: hello@reciipes.com). You may exercise the rights listed in Section 12. If you believe we have processed your data unlawfully, you may lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority in your member state.
United States / California (CCPA)
Categories of personal information collected, disclosed, and sold (if applicable): Identifiers, commercial information, internet activity, and inferences. For information on specific disclosures, contact hello@reciipes.com.
19. Examples of Practical Privacy Controls (How to opt out / manage data)
To disable non-essential cookies: use the cookie settings on the Site’s cookie banner or change your browser preferences to block third-party cookies.
To opt out of Google Analytics: install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on or adjust ad personalization in Google settings.
To request data deletion or a copy of your data: email hello@reciipes.com with details and proof of identity as required.
20. Final Notes
This Privacy Policy is written to be clear and comprehensive. It is a strong starting point for protecting user privacy on Reciipes.com, but you may need to modify it to fit your business model, jurisdiction, and the third-party services you use. For full legal certainty and compliance (e.g., Moroccan law, GDPR, CCPA), consider a legal review.