Effective Date: 4/8/2025
At Cook Fast Recipe, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect various types of information from you, depending on how you interact with our website:
a) Personal Information (only when voluntarily provided)
This includes information that can be used to identify you, such as:
- Name and Email Address – collected when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Submit a contact or feedback form
- Leave a comment (if enabled on our blog posts)
We only collect this information if you choose to provide it, and we never sell or share your personal details with third parties for marketing purposes.
b) Usage Data (automatically collected)
When you visit Cook Fast Recipe, certain non-personal data is automatically collected by our website or third-party analytics services. This includes:
- Your IP address (used for approximate location and security)
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- The referring website (where you came from)
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, and your navigation path through the site
- Date and time of your visit
This information helps us understand how people use our site and how we can improve it.
c) Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies (such as pixels or web beacons) to enhance your browsing experience. These may:
- Remember your preferences (e.g., dark mode, cookie consent)
- Help us understand how users interact with our content
- Track the performance of our marketing or social media links
You can choose to accept or decline cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some functionality of the website.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to ensure Cook Fast Recipe provides a smooth, enjoyable, and personalized experience for every visitor. Specifically, we use your data to:
a) Operate and Maintain the Website
- Ensure the site functions correctly across devices and browsers
- Monitor uptime and troubleshoot technical issues
- Maintain website security and prevent spam or abuse
b) Improve Performance and Content
- Analyze traffic patterns to identify which content is most helpful or popular
- Optimize the site’s layout and performance
- Develop new features, recipes, and content based on user interests
c) Communicate with You (with your consent)
- Send newsletters, cooking tips, or updates if you’ve opted in
- Respond to inquiries or feedback you submit via contact forms
- Notify you of changes to the website or this Privacy Policy
d) Understand Visitor Behavior
- Use analytics tools (like Google Analytics) to gain insights into how users engage with our site
- Measure the effectiveness of any promotions, recipe features, or content strategies
- Detect and prevent fraudulent or harmful activity
We value your trust and use your data responsibly, always aiming to improve your experience while protecting your privacy.
3. Cookies
Cook Fast Recipe uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience and understand how our website is being used. A cookie is a small data file stored on your device when you visit a website. These files help websites remember user preferences and behavior.
a) Types of Cookies We Use
We use several types of cookies on our site, including:
- Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of the website. They enable features like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. Without these cookies, the website may not function properly. - Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information like the number of visitors, pages visited, time spent on pages, bounce rates, and more. We use tools like Google Analytics for this purpose. The information collected is anonymous and helps us improve the site’s performance and content. - Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and settings (such as language choices or dark mode settings) to enhance your experience. They may also remember inputs you’ve made on forms to save you time on future visits. - Marketing and Advertising Cookies (if applicable)
If we run ads or use social media integrations in the future, these cookies may track browsing behavior to show you relevant ads or allow sharing via platforms like Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest.
b) Third-Party Cookies
In some cases, we may use cookies provided by trusted third parties. For example:
- Google Analytics – for traffic analysis and performance tracking
- Mailchimp or other email platforms – to manage email preferences or track open rates (only if you subscribe)
Each of these services may set their own cookies and collect data according to their privacy policies.
c) Your Choices and Control
You can choose to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies or notify you when a cookie is being set.
Note: Disabling cookies may limit certain features and functionality of the website.
Here’s how you can manage cookies:
Consent banners: On your first visit, you may see a cookie notice asking for your permission to use non-essential cookies. You can accept or customize your preferences.
Browser settings: You can clear or block cookies through your browser (e.g., Chrome, Safari, Firefox).
4. Third-Party Services
To help operate and enhance the experience on Cook Fast Recipe, we may work with trusted third-party services. These tools allow us to better understand our audience, communicate with visitors, and maintain website functionality. While these services may collect certain information, we only share data that is necessary, and we work with providers that respect and comply with modern privacy standards.
Below are the main types of third-party services we may use:
a) Analytics Tools
We use analytics services to track and analyze website traffic and user behavior. This helps us understand how visitors use the site, what content is most popular, and how we can improve the overall experience.
- Google Analytics
Google Analytics collects anonymous data such as pages visited, time spent on the site, traffic sources, browser type, device type, and geographic region (based on IP).
This data is used only to improve website performance and content strategy.
Learn more: Google’s Privacy Policy
b) Email Marketing Platforms
If you subscribe to our newsletter or opt in to receive emails, your name and email address may be stored with a third-party email marketing provider. This allows us to send you newsletters, updates, recipe collections, or exclusive content.
- Mailchimp (or similar service)
Stores subscriber information and tracks open rates and link clicks to help us send better, more relevant content.
You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email.
c) Web Hosting & Security Providers
Our website is hosted on a secure platform that may log technical data (like IP address, browser type, error logs) for security, diagnostics, and uptime monitoring.
Examples may include:
- Web hosting providers (e.g., Bluehost, SiteGround, etc.)
- CDN services (like Cloudflare) for faster content delivery and security protection
- Spam protection tools (like Akismet or CAPTCHA systems) to prevent abuse in forms and comments
d) Embedded Content and Social Media
Some pages on Cook Fast Recipe may include embedded content, such as YouTube videos, Pinterest pins, or Instagram posts. These third-party sites may collect data about your interaction with their content, just as if you visited them directly.
These may include:
- YouTube
Each of these platforms has its own privacy policy and may collect data using cookies or tracking pixels.
e) Advertising Networks (if applicable)
At this time, we do not run third-party ads. However, if we choose to monetize the site with advertising (e.g., Google AdSense or Mediavine), those services may use cookies to show personalized ads based on your interests and browsing history.
We will update this Privacy Policy if or when advertising is added to the site.
Your Rights with Third-Party Services
All third-party tools used by us are reviewed for compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy standards.
We do not sell your personal information.
We share only the minimum necessary data to use these tools.
You may opt out of data collection where applicable (e.g., opt out of Google Analytics tracking).
5. GDPR Rights (For EU Visitors)
At Cook Fast Recipe, we believe in transparency and giving you control over your personal information. Depending on where you live, you may have specific privacy rights under data protection laws such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
Here’s an overview of your rights and how you can exercise them:
a) General Privacy Rights for All Users
Regardless of your location, we respect your right to:
- Access Your Data
You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you. - Correct or Update Information
If you believe the information we have is inaccurate or incomplete, you can request corrections. - Delete Your Personal Information
You can request that we delete your personal information from our records. Please note that we may need to retain certain information for legal or administrative purposes. - Withdraw Consent
If you have previously given consent (e.g., to receive newsletters), you can withdraw it at any time. For example, you can unsubscribe from emails by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any message. - Ask Questions
You are welcome to contact us at any time to ask about your data or privacy practices.
📧 To make a request or ask a question, email us at [email protected].
b) GDPR Rights (for Users in the European Economic Area)
If you are located in the European Union (EU), United Kingdom, or European Economic Area (EEA), you have specific rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:
- Right to Access – Request details of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification – Ask us to fix incorrect or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure (“Right to be forgotten”) – Ask us to delete your personal data.
- Right to Restrict Processing – Limit how your data is used.
- Right to Object – Object to specific types of data processing.
- Right to Data Portability – Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format to transfer elsewhere.
📩 To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected].
We may ask for verification to confirm your identity before processing your request. GDPR requests will be handled within 30 days, as required by law.
c) CCPA Rights (for California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:
- Right to Know – You can request a summary of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you in the past 12 months.
- Right to Delete – You may request that we delete the personal data we’ve collected about you (with some exceptions, such as legal obligations).
- Right to Opt-Out of the Sale of Personal Information – Although we do not sell your personal information, this right is included for your awareness.
- Right to Non-Discrimination – You will not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights under the CCPA.
🏠 To submit a verifiable CCPA request, email us at [email protected] and include “CCPA Request” in the subject line.
We will confirm receipt within 10 business days and aim to respond within 45 days.
7. Data Security
At Cook Fast Recipe, protecting your personal information is one of our top priorities. We are committed to maintaining strong security practices to prevent unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure of your data.
a) Security Measures We Use
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard the personal information we collect. These include:
- SSL Encryption
Our website uses Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption to ensure that any information you provide (such as through forms or email sign-ups) is transmitted securely between your browser and our servers. - Secure Hosting Environment
Our website is hosted on reputable platforms that employ industry-standard security protocols, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and frequent vulnerability scans. - Limited Access
Access to personal information is restricted to only those who need it (e.g., for customer support or site management) and is protected by secure login credentials and, where possible, two-factor authentication. - Regular Updates
We keep our website platform, plugins, and third-party tools up to date to minimize the risk of security breaches or exploitation of known vulnerabilities.
b) Third-Party Security
While we carefully choose third-party providers who prioritize data protection (such as email platforms and analytics tools), we cannot control the security practices of these external services. Each provider operates under its own privacy and security policies.
We only share personal data with third parties when necessary—and always under secure conditions.
c) Data Retention
We only retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law. When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
d) No Absolute Guarantee
While we take security very seriously and do everything we reasonably can to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
If you believe your personal information has been compromised, please contact us immediately at:
📧 [email protected]
8. Children’s Privacy
At Cook Fast Recipe, we are committed to protecting the privacy of all our visitors, including children. However, our website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect or solicit any personal information from individuals in this age group.
a) Not Intended for Children Under 13
The content and features on our website are designed for general audiences, particularly adults and older teens interested in cooking and recipes. We do not offer products, services, or content that are specifically targeted toward children.
If you are under 13 years old, please do not use this website, submit any personal information, or sign up for newsletters or email communications.
b) Compliance with COPPA (U.S. Law)
We follow the guidelines set by the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), which requires websites to obtain parental consent before collecting personal data from children under 13.
- We do not knowingly collect, use, or disclose personal information from children under 13.
- We do not use cookies or trackers to profile or market to children.
If we discover that we have unknowingly collected personal data from a child under 13 without verified parental consent, we will promptly delete that information from our records.
c) What Parents Can Do
We encourage parents and guardians to take an active role in their children’s online activities and to use parental controls or filtering software to supervise access to age-appropriate content.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. Your continued use of Cook Fast Recipe after changes are made indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
a) When We Update
We reserve the right to modify or revise this Privacy Policy at any time. Common reasons for changes may include:
- Introducing new features or services
- Changes in data collection or processing practices
- Updates to comply with legal or regulatory requirements
- Partnering with new third-party services
Any changes we make will be promptly reflected on this page, along with an updated “Last Updated” date at the top of the policy.
b) How We Notify You
If the changes are minor or clarifying, we will post the revised Privacy Policy directly on this page.
For significant changes—such as modifications to how we collect or use personal data—we may:
- Display a notification banner on the website
- Send an email to subscribers (if applicable)
- Prompt you to review the updated policy when visiting the site again
We encourage you to periodically review this Privacy Policy to stay informed about how we protect your information.
c) Your Continued Use Means Acceptance
By continuing to use Cook Fast Recipe after a revised Privacy Policy has been posted, you agree to the terms of the updated version. If you do not agree with the changes, you should discontinue use of the site and, if applicable, unsubscribe from our email list.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:
