Welcome to EveryBiteTells (“we,” “our,” or “us”). Your privacy matters to us, and we’re committed to safeguarding the personal information you share while exploring our recipes, tips, and stories. This Privacy Policy explains what we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using www.everybitetells.com (the “Site”), you agree to the practices described below.
1. Information Collected
a. Information You Provide
- Email address, name, and any profile details you enter when subscribing to our newsletter, creating an account, or leaving a comment.
- Content you submit—recipe ratings, photos, or messages sent via our contact form.
b. Information Collected Automatically
- Device data such as IP address, browser type, referring pages, and time spent on each page.
- Usage data including links clicked, scroll depth, and search terms.
- Cookies & similar technologies that remember preferences, keep you logged in, and help us analyze traffic.
You can disable cookies in your browser, but certain site features may not function properly.
2. How Information Is Used
We use your information to:
- Deliver content and personalize your experience.
- Respond to comments, emails, and recipe submissions.
- Send newsletters or updates (only if you opt-in).
- Improve site performance, security, and usability.
- Measure traffic and engagement to guide future content and features.
- Serve relevant advertising and manage affiliate programs.
We do not sell your personal information.
3. Sharing of Information
We share data only when necessary:
- Service providers (e.g., email platforms, analytics partners, hosting companies) who process information on our behalf and under strict confidentiality.
- Legal obligations—when compelled by law, subpoena, or court order.
- Business transfers such as a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, where user data may be transferred with the business.
All third parties must protect your data and comply with privacy standards.
4. Advertising & Analytics
We partner with services like Google Analytics and Google Ads to understand how visitors use the Site and to display relevant ads. These platforms may set their own cookies or collect anonymized identifiers. We also participate in the Amazon Associates Program; if you purchase through an Amazon link, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
You can opt out of Google’s personalized ads at adssettings.google.com.
5. Your Privacy Rights
For EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)
You have rights to access, correct, erase, restrict, or object to processing of your personal data, and to data portability.
For California Residents (CCPA)
You have rights to know what personal information we collect, request deletion, and opt out of data “sales” (we do not sell data).
To exercise any rights, email [email protected]. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling a request.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as needed to:
- Provide requested services or content.
- Comply with applicable laws and tax requirements.
- Maintain site security and prevent fraud.
When data is no longer required, we securely delete or anonymize it.
7. Security
We use industry-standard safeguards—secure servers, encryption in transit (HTTPS), limited access credentials—to protect your data. No online system is 100 % secure, so please use the Site with reasonable discretion.
8. Third-Party Links
The Site may link to external blogs, brands, or social-media pages. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Review each site’s policy before sharing any personal information.
9. Children’s Privacy
EveryBiteTells is intended for a general audience and is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we learn we have inadvertently done so, we will delete the information promptly.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted here with a new “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site after any change signifies acceptance of the revised terms.