Effective Date: 13.05.2025
Website: https://grandmascheaprecipes.com
Contact Email: contact@grandmascheaprecipes.com
At Grandma’s Cheap Recipes, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what choices you have. Whether you’re browsing for ideas or signing up to receive nostalgic recipes, you can feel confident that your personal information is treated with respect and care.
By using our website, you agree to the practices outlined below.
1. Who We Are
Grandma’s Cheap Recipes is a recipe blog dedicated to bringing you delicious, budget-friendly dishes that remind you of simpler times. Our website provides access to free recipes, tips, and cooking inspiration for everyday home cooks.
If you have any questions about this policy, please contact us at:
Email: contact@grandmascheaprecipes.com
2. Information We Collect
We collect information from you in several ways, including:
a. Information You Provide Voluntarily
When you interact with our website, you may choose to provide personal data, such as:
- Name and Email Address (e.g., when signing up for our newsletter, leaving a comment, or contacting us).
- Any text or content you share through contact forms or comment sections.
This information is collected only when you choose to provide it.
b. Information Collected Automatically
We also collect some technical information automatically when you visit our site. This may include:
- Your IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type (mobile, desktop, tablet)
- Pages viewed and links clicked
- Referring website
- Time and date of visit
This information helps us understand how people use our site and how we can make it better.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for a variety of purposes, including:
- To deliver the content you request, such as recipes or email newsletters.
- To respond to your messages or feedback.
- To improve our website’s performance, functionality, and content.
- To personalize your experience (e.g., remembering your preferences).
- To monitor traffic patterns and analyze user behavior.
- To comply with legal obligations, when necessary.
We will never use your personal information in ways that are inconsistent with this policy.
4. Email and Newsletter Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will use your name and email address to send you occasional emails about:
- New recipe posts
- Seasonal or nostalgic cooking tips
- Special announcements or reader surveys
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in the footer of any email you receive from us or by contacting us directly at contact@grandmascheaprecipes.com.
We will not send you emails unless you’ve explicitly signed up.
5. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Like many websites, we use cookies and related technologies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us:
- Remember your settings and preferences
- Analyze how our website is used
- Provide basic website functionality (such as comment sections or embedded videos)
You can disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some features of the site may not function properly without them.
We also use tools such as Google Analytics to better understand user behavior. These tools may collect anonymous, aggregate data but do not identify individual users.
6. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services to support website features, such as:
- Email marketing platforms to manage subscriptions and newsletters.
- Website analytics tools to understand how visitors engage with our content.
- Web hosting providers that store the website and its files.
These third-party services only receive access to the information they need to perform their functions and are not allowed to use it for other purposes. We choose partners who uphold strong privacy and data protection standards.
7. How We Store and Protect Your Data
We take the security of your personal information seriously and use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect it. This includes:
- Using HTTPS to encrypt website traffic
- Restricting access to administrative areas
- Choosing reputable hosting and email platforms
Despite our efforts, no system is completely secure. You acknowledge that you provide your personal information at your own risk.
8. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain privacy rights, such as:
- The right to access your personal data
- The right to correct inaccurate information
- The right to delete your data
- The right to object to how we use your data
- The right to withdraw consent at any time (for things like email marketing)
To exercise any of these rights, please email us at contact@grandmascheaprecipes.com with your request. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
9. Children’s Privacy
This website is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If we learn that we have unintentionally collected data from a child, we will delete it as quickly as possible.
10. Data Retention
We only keep personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. For example:
- Newsletter subscription data is kept until you unsubscribe.
- Contact form submissions are typically kept for up to 12 months.
- Website analytics data is stored in aggregate, non-identifiable form for longer periods to understand trends.
You can ask us to delete your data at any time.
11. Links to Other Sites
Our site may include links to other websites that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those websites. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
12. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. If we make significant changes, we’ll post a notice on this page with the new effective date. We encourage you to check this page periodically to stay informed.
Your continued use of our site after any updates means you agree to the revised policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:
Email: contact@grandmascheaprecipes.com
Website: https://grandmascheaprecipes.com
We’re honored to share our recipes and traditions with you, and we take your trust seriously. Thank you for being part of the Grandma’s Cheap Recipes community.