GDPR Terms and Privacy Policy

Last update: [01/25/2025]

Introduction

Welcome to ForumRecipes.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”). Your privacy is critically important to us. This GDPR Terms and Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

1. Data Controller Contact Information

forumrecipes.com is the data controller responsible for your personal data. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this policy, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

2. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

  • Identity Data: Name, username, or similar identifiers.
  • Contact Data: Email address, phone number, and mailing address.
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and operating system.
  • Usage Data: Information about how you use our website and services.
  • Marketing Data: Your preferences for receiving marketing communications.

3. How We Use Your Data

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

  1. To provide and improve our services.
  2. To manage user accounts and respond to inquiries.
  3. To comply with legal obligations.
  4. To send promotional emails (only if you have opted in).
  5. To analyze website usage and improve user experience.

We will not use your personal data for purposes incompatible with those listed above.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: When you have provided clear consent for us to process your personal data.
  • Contractual Obligation: When processing is necessary to perform a contract with you.
  • Legal Obligation: When we need to comply with the law.
  • Legitimate Interest: When processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, except where your rights override these interests.

5. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:

  1. Right to Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
  2. Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  3. Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data.
  4. Right to Restriction: You can request limited processing of your data.
  5. Right to Data Portability: You can request your data in a structured, commonly used format.
  6. Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data in certain circumstances.
  7. Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent at any time.

To exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected].

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or comply with legal obligations. Afterward, we securely delete or anonymize your data.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

8. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your data with:

  • Service providers who assist in website functionality and data analysis.
  • Legal authorities, when required by law.
  • Third parties with your explicit consent.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

For more details, please refer to our cookies on https://app.cookieyes.com/dashboard.

10. International Data Transfers

If your data is transferred outside the EEA, we ensure it is protected through appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

12. Complaints

If you believe your data protection rights have been violated, you can file a complaint with your local data protection authority or contact us directly at [email protected].

Thank you for trusting Forum Recipes. Your privacy is our priority.