Last Updated: [2025-01-26]
At Rory Recipes, we value the privacy and security of our users. This GDPR Compliance Policy outlines how we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to ensure that we protect your personal data. By using our website, www.roryrecipes.com, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
What is GDPR?
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a regulation enacted by the European Union (EU) to protect the privacy and personal data of individuals within the EU and the European Economic Area (EEA). GDPR applies to any company that collects, stores, or processes personal data of EU citizens, regardless of where the company is located.
Personal Data We Collect
We collect personal data that you provide to us when you:
- Sign up for our newsletter
- Register on our website
- Make a purchase
- Contact us through our contact forms
- Participate in surveys or promotions
The types of personal data we may collect include:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Shipping address
- IP address
- Usage data (e.g., how you interact with our website)
How We Use Your Personal Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve our services and products
- To send you newsletters, marketing communications, and promotional offers (with your consent)
- To respond to your inquiries or customer support requests
- To process transactions and manage your orders
- To monitor website usage and improve user experience
Your Rights Under GDPR
As a user of our website, you have the following rights under GDPR:
- Right to Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: You can correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal data we have.
- Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.
- Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we limit how we process your personal data.
- Right to Data Portability: You can request to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
- Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data for marketing purposes or on legitimate grounds.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [your email address].
Data Security
We take the security of your personal data seriously. We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of data transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and while we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Third-Party Data Sharing
We may share your personal data with trusted third parties who help us operate our website and provide our services, such as payment processors, email marketing providers, and analytics services. These third parties are only allowed to use your data in connection with the services they provide to us and are required to comply with GDPR.
We will never sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
Retention of Your Data
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including for legal, accounting, or reporting purposes.
International Transfers of Data
If you are located outside the European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA), your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the EU/EEA. In such cases, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in compliance with GDPR.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this GDPR Compliance Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we will update the “Last Updated” date at the bottom. Please review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your personal data.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this GDPR Compliance Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]