Privacy Policy

SpiceAndSimmer (accessible at spiceandsimmer.me) respects your privacy. Thi Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

By using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

  • Comments: When you leave a comment, we collect your name, email address, and the content of your comment.
  • Contact Forms: If you submit a contact form, we collect your name, email, and message.
  • Newsletter: If you subscribe, we collect your email address.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Log Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited.
  • Cookies: We use cookies for site functionality, analytics, and user preferences.
  • Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent, clicks, and scrolling behavior (anonymized).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Operate, maintain, and improve the Site.
  • Respond to comments, questions, and support requests.
  • Send newsletters or updates (only with your consent).
  • Analyze site traffic and user behavior via analytics.
  • Display personalized content and advertisements.
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse.

3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the site to function (e.g., login session).
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the site (e.g., Google Analytics).
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences.
  • Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant ads (if applicable).

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect and process your data:

4.1 WordPress (Hostinger)

Our site is hosted on Hostinger using WordPress. WordPress may collect basic usage data as outlined in their Privacy Policy.

4.2 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to track site usage. Google may collect and process data as described in their Privacy Policy. You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.

4.3 Google AI (Gemini)

We use Google’s Gemini API for AI-generated recipe images. Prompts and generated content are processed according to Google’s AI Terms. No personally identifiable information is sent to this service.

4.4 Pinterest

We use the Pinterest API to automatically share recipe pins. Pinterest’s data handling is governed by their Privacy Policy.

4.5 OpenCode Zen API

We use OpenCode Zen’s API via DeepSeek for AI article generation. Only recipe keywords and content prompts are sent; no personal data is shared. See OpenCode Privacy Policy.

5. AI-Generated Content

Some content on SpiceAndSimmer, including recipe articles and images, is generated or assisted by artificial intelligence (AI) using third-party APIs. While we review and edit all content before publication, the AI processes only non-personal recipe-related data.

6. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary:

  • Comments and their metadata are retained indefinitely for follow-up moderation.
  • Newsletter subscription data is retained until you unsubscribe.
  • Analytics data is retained for 26 months (per Google Analytics policy).

7. Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA)

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA) or California, you have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data.
  • Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data.
  • Restriction: Request restriction of processing your data.
  • Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service.
  • Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information (CCPA).

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below. We will respond within 30 days.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data, including SSL/TLS encryption, secure hosting, and regular security updates. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can delete it.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

12. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

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