Effective Date: Jan, 2025
At Savor & Spoon, your privacy is extremely important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how it is used, and the measures we take to protect your data while using our website. By accessing and using our website (the “Website”), you agree to this Privacy Policy.
If you have any questions about our Privacy Policy, please contact us at: savorandspoon@gmail.com
1. Information We Collect
We collect both personal information and non-personal information from visitors to improve our services and provide a better user experience.
1.1 Personal Information
You may voluntarily provide personal information such as:
- Name: When subscribing to our newsletter or contacting us.
- Email Address: When joining our mailing list, submitting comments, or contacting us.
- Other Information: If you submit a form or request specific resources, additional optional data may be requested (e.g., dietary preferences).
1.2 Non-Personal Information
We automatically collect certain information about your visit to our Website, including:
- Browser Type: Details about your browser and settings.
- IP Address: For analyzing visitor activity and improving site security.
- Device Information: Screen resolution, operating system, or mobile device type.
- Website Activity: Pages viewed, time spent on the Website, and click patterns.
This information helps us improve the functionality and content of Savor & Spoon.
2. How We Use Your Information
Information we collect may be used in the following ways:
- To send email newsletters and updates if you’ve opted in.
- To respond to inquiries or questions submitted via contact forms.
- To customize and optimize the user experience based on site usage trends.
- To process transactions, affiliate commissions, or collaborations where applicable.
- For analytics purposes to track traffic, engagement, and behavior trends (via tools like Google Analytics or similar platforms).
We will never sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties unless required for specific services as detailed below.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
3.1 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small pieces of data sent from a website and stored on your browser to track usage and improve your experience.
3.2 How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Monitor and analyze traffic with tools like Google Analytics.
- Enable faster access to the Website by storing certain preferences.
- Provide targeted ads based on user behavior or browsing history (if applicable).
By using Savor & Spoon, you consent to our use of cookies. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some parts of the Website may not function properly without them.
4. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party services to support our Website or enhance the experience.
4.1 Email Marketing
We use Flodesk to send newsletters. By subscribing, your email address is stored and processed to deliver our updates.
4.2 Affiliate Links
This Website contains affiliate links, meaning we may earn a small commission for purchases made through those links, at no extra cost to you. Affiliate partner platforms may use cookies to track your purchase, but your personal information is not shared with us.
4.3 Analytics
We use tools like Google Analytics to process browsing behavior and trends to improve the Website. This information is treated as non-personal and is anonymized.
5. Keeping Your Information Secure
We take the security of your information seriously and implement measures to protect it:
- Any personal data collected is stored securely using encryption where applicable.
- Only authorized personnel have access to personal information.
- We do not knowingly collect sensitive information (e.g., health or payment data).
Note: No method of electronic storage or transmission can be 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee complete security.
6. Your Privacy Rights
6.1 For European Union Users (GDPR Compliance)
Under GDPR, certain rights apply regarding your data:
- Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Right to Correction: If your information is incorrect or incomplete, you can ask us to fix it.
- Right to Erasure: You may request that we delete your personal data, where applicable.
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how your information is used in certain scenarios.
To exercise these rights, email us at: savorandspoon@gmail.com
6.2 For California Users (CCPA Compliance)
Under CCPA, California residents have the following rights:
- Right to Know what personal information is being collected and how it is used.
- Right to Request Deletion of personal data that we collect (subject to certain exceptions).
- Right to Opt-Out of any sale of personal data.
To exercise these rights, email us at: savorandspoon@gmail.com
7. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to external websites or services that we do not control (e.g., affiliate sites, sponsored content). We cannot be responsible for the content or privacy practices of these third-party websites. Please review their privacy policies before engaging with their services.
8. Children’s Privacy
This Website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13 (or 16 under GDPR). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately, and we will take appropriate action to remove it.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in privacy laws or our practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:
Email: savorandspoon@gmail.com
Website: savorandspoon.com
Last Updated: Jan, 2025
