GDPR

At MyTastyEats.com, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy and personal data of our visitors in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679. This statement explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data, and outlines your rights as a user of our site.

1. Who We Are

MyTastyEats.com is a website dedicated to sharing delicious and easy-to-make recipes for a global audience. For the purposes of data protection law, MyTastyEats.com acts as the Data Controller in relation to the personal data you provide.

Contact Information:
📧 Email: [email protected]

Under Article 6 of the GDPR, we only process personal data where we have a legal basis to do so. This includes:

  • Consent – When you subscribe to our newsletter or submit a form.
  • Contractual Necessity – To provide services or respond to requests.
  • Legal Obligation – To comply with the law.
  • Legitimate Interests – For site security, analytics, and content optimization.

3. Personal Data We Collect

Depending on how you use the site, we may collect:

  • Identity and Contact Data: Your name and email address (e.g., when you subscribe or comment).
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device type.
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, clicks, and referral sources.
  • Communication Data: Messages you send through forms or direct emails.
  • Marketing Preferences: When you opt-in to receive communications.

We do not knowingly collect data from children under the age of 16.

4. How We Collect Your Data

We gather data in the following ways:

  • Directly from you – e.g., through forms, email subscriptions, or comments.
  • Automatically – via cookies, server logs, and analytics tools.
  • Third-party services – if you interact with our social media, embedded content, or email providers.

5. How We Use Your Personal Data

We use your data to:

  • Send recipe newsletters and updates (only with your consent)
  • Respond to your questions or feedback
  • Understand how our website is used and improve its performance
  • Prevent fraud, spam, and security breaches
  • Comply with legal requirements

We do not sell your personal data or use it for automated decision-making without your consent.

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure the website functions correctly
  • Track usage patterns and improve performance
  • Provide optional marketing (only with consent)

You may manage your cookie preferences through your browser or via our cookie banner. For more information, see our [Cookie Policy].

7. Data Sharing and Third Parties

Your personal data may be shared with trusted third parties who help us run our website. These include:

  • Web hosting providers (e.g., Cloudways)
  • Email marketing services (e.g., Mailchimp, if used)
  • Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Security and anti-spam tools (e.g., reCAPTCHA)

All third parties are GDPR-compliant or provide adequate data protection guarantees.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected, or to meet legal or accounting requirements. When data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

9. International Data Transfers

If your data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure adequate protection by:

  • Transferring to countries with EU adequacy decisions
  • Using Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) with service providers
  • Ensuring compliance with EU-U.S. Data Privacy Frameworks (if applicable)

10. Data Security

We take your data security seriously and implement measures including:

  • Secure servers and SSL encryption
  • Regular software updates and backups
  • Access control and monitoring
  • Use of trusted third-party platforms

Despite these safeguards, no internet-based system is 100% secure. We recommend you take personal precautions online.

11. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject, you have the following rights:

  • Right to Access – Request a copy of the personal data we hold.
  • Right to Rectification – Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Right to Erasure – Request deletion of your data (right to be forgotten).
  • Right to Restrict Processing – Ask us to pause data use.
  • Right to Data Portability – Receive your data in a usable format.
  • Right to Object – Object to data processing based on legitimate interest.
  • Right to Withdraw Consent – At any time for activities based on consent.

To exercise any of your rights, contact us at:
📧 Email: [insert your email]

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority in your country.

12. Changes to This GDPR Statement

We may update this GDPR Compliance Statement periodically to reflect changes in our practices or the law. Any updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding your personal data or this GDPR statement, please contact:

📧 Email: [email protected]