Last Updated: December 20, 2024
Welcome to Recipe To Go! Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you access and use our services. It also outlines your rights and the legal protections available to you regarding your personal data.
By using our services, you acknowledge and agree to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. We are committed to ensuring that your data is handled securely and transparently. This Privacy Policy has been created with the help of the Privacy Policy Generator.
Interpretation and Definitions
Interpretation
In this Privacy Policy, certain terms are capitalized to indicate specific definitions. These definitions apply consistently, whether the terms appear in singular or plural form.
Definitions
For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:
- Account – Refers to a unique account created for you to access our Service or specific parts of it.
- Affiliate – An entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with a party. “Control” means ownership of at least 50% of shares, equity interest, or voting securities.
- Company (referred to as “the Company,” “We,” “Us,” or “Our”) – Refers to Recipe To Go.
- Cookies – Small data files stored on your computer, mobile device, or other devices when you visit a website. These files help track your browsing history and enhance your user experience.
- Country – Refers to New York, United States.
- Device – Any electronic device capable of accessing the Service, such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet.
- Personal Data – Any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual.
- Service – Refers to the Website and its features.
- Service Provider – Any individual or entity that processes data on behalf of the Company, including third-party vendors that assist in operating, analyzing, or improving the Service.
- Third-Party Social Media Service – Any external social media platform that allows Users to log in or create an account to access our Service.
- Usage Data – Information collected automatically when using the Service, such as page visit duration and interactions with the platform.
- Website – Refers to Recipe To Go, accessible at https://recipetogo.com.
- You – Refers to the individual accessing or using the Service or the company or legal entity on whose behalf the individual is using the Service.
Collecting and Using Your Personal Data
Types of Data Collected
Personal Data
When you use our Service, we may request certain personally identifiable information to contact or identify you. This may include, but is not limited to:
- Email address
- First and last name
- Usage Data
Usage Data
We collect Usage Data automatically when you interact with our Service. This data may include:
- Your Device’s Internet Protocol (IP) address
- Browser type and version
- Pages you visit on our Service
- Date and time of your visit
- Time spent on pages
- Unique device identifiers
- Other diagnostic data
If you access the Service via a mobile device, we may also collect:
- Your mobile device type
- Unique mobile device ID
- IP address of your mobile device
- Mobile operating system and browser type
- Other diagnostic data
Additionally, we may collect information sent by your browser when you visit our Website or access it via a mobile device.
Information from Third-Party Social Media Services
TYou may have the option to register and log in to our Service using third-party social media platforms, including:
If you choose to connect through a Third-Party Social Media Service, we may collect data already associated with your account, such as:
- Your name
- Email address
- Activities or interactions
- Your contact list (if applicable)
Additionally, you may have the option to share further personal data. If you choose to do so, you consent to the use, sharing, and storage of this data as outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Tracking Technologies and Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to monitor activity on our Service and store specific information. These tracking methods include:
Cookies (Browser Cookies)
Cookies are small text files placed on your device to enhance your browsing experience. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or notify you when they are being used. However, disabling cookies may limit certain functionalities of our Service.
Web Beacons
Some parts of our Service and emails may include web beacons (also known as clear GIFs, pixel tags, or single-pixel GIFs). These help us track visitor activity, analyze trends, and verify system integrity.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies(Session Cookies – Administered by Us)
- Purpose: Required for core functionalities, such as authentication and fraud prevention. Without these, some features of our Service may not work properly.
- Cookies Policy / Notice Acceptance Cookies(Persistent Cookies – Administered by Us)
- Purpose: Tracks whether users have accepted the use of cookies on our Website.
- Functionality Cookies(Persistent Cookies – Administered by Us)
- Purpose: Remembers user preferences (e.g., login details, language settings) to provide a more personalized experience.
For more details on the cookies we use and how you can manage them, please refer to our Cookies Policy or the Cookies section of this Privacy Policy.
Use of Your Personal Data
We may use your Personal Data for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our Service – This includes monitoring usage to ensure optimal performance and security.
- To manage your Account – Your Personal Data enables you to access various features as a registered user.
- For contract performance – We use your data to process and fulfill purchases, agreements, or other contracts you enter with us through the Service.
- To contact you – We may reach out via email, phone, SMS, or other electronic communication (e.g., push notifications) regarding updates, security alerts, or service-related information.
- To provide updates and offers – Unless you opt out, we may send you news, special offers, and general information about our products, services, or events similar to those you’ve previously purchased or inquired about.
- To manage your requests – We use your information to process and respond to your inquiries or support requests.
- For business transfers – If we undergo a merger, restructuring, or sale of assets, your data may be included in the transferred assets.
- For analytics and service improvement – Your data helps us analyze usage trends, measure the effectiveness of promotions, and improve our Service, marketing, and user experience.
Sharing Your Personal Information
We may share your Personal Data in the following situations:
- With Service Providers – Third-party service providers may process data on our behalf for tasks like analytics, communication, or marketing.
- For business transfers – Your information may be shared or transferred during negotiations or completion of mergers, sales, financing, or acquisitions.
- With Affiliates – We may share data with our affiliates (parent company, subsidiaries, joint ventures) under this Privacy Policy.
- With business partners – We may collaborate with partners to offer specific products, services, or promotions.
- With other users – If you share information publicly (e.g., on social platforms), it may be visible to other users and publicly distributed. If you log in via a Third-Party Social Media Service, your profile details may be visible to your contacts and other users.
- With your consent – We may share your information for additional purposes only with your explicit consent.
Retention of Your Personal Data
We retain your Personal Data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. This includes complying with legal requirements, resolving disputes, and enforcing our agreements and policies.
Additionally, we retain Usage Data for internal analysis. While Usage Data is typically kept for a shorter period, we may retain it longer when necessary to:
- Enhance security and prevent fraud
- Improve the functionality and performance of our Service
- Comply with legal obligations requiring extended data retention
Once your data is no longer needed for these purposes, we securely delete or anonymize it.
Transfer of Your Personal Data
Your Personal Data may be processed and stored at our operating offices or other locations where the parties involved in processing are based. This means your data may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside your state, province, country, or governmental jurisdiction, where data protection laws may differ from those in your region.
By using our Service and submitting your information, you consent to this transfer.
We take all reasonable steps to ensure that your data remains secure and is handled in compliance with this Privacy Policy. We will not transfer your Personal Data to any organization or country unless adequate safeguards are in place to protect your data and personal information.
Delete Your Personal Data
You have the right to request the deletion of your Personal Data that we have collected.
How to Delete Your Data
- Our Service may provide you with options to delete certain information directly within your account settings.
- You can update, amend, or delete your information by logging into your Account (if applicable) and managing your personal details.
- Alternatively, you may contact us to request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information.
Important Considerations
Please note that in some cases, we may need to retain certain data due to:
- Legal obligations (e.g., compliance with applicable laws or regulations)
- Legitimate business interests (e.g., fraud prevention, security, or dispute resolution)
Once your data is no longer required for these purposes, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
Disclosure of Your Personal Data
Business Transactions
If the Company undergoes a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your Personal Data may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you before such a transfer occurs, and your data will then be governed by the acquiring company’s Privacy Policy.
Law Enforcement
In certain situations, we may be legally required to disclose your Personal Data in response to valid requests from public authorities (e.g., courts, government agencies).
Other Legal Requirements
We may disclose your Personal Data in good faith if such action is necessary to:
- Comply with legal obligations
- Protect and defend the Company’s rights or property
- Prevent or investigate potential misconduct related to the Service
- Ensure the safety of users or the public
- Protect the Company against legal liability
We take all reasonable steps to ensure that such disclosures are made only when absolutely necessary and in compliance with applicable laws.
Security of Your Personal Data
We prioritize the security of your Personal Data and implement commercially accepted measures to protect it. However, please note that no method of data transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is entirely secure.
While we strive to safeguard your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. We continuously monitor and update our security practices to minimize risks, but we encourage you to take precautions when sharing personal information online.
Children’s Privacy
Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children under this age.
If You Are a Parent or Guardian
If you become aware that your child has provided us with Personal Data, please contact us immediately. If we discover that we have collected data from a child under 13 without verified parental consent, we will take appropriate steps to delete the information from our servers.
Parental Consent Requirement
In countries where parental consent is legally required for data processing, we may request verification from a parent or guardian before collecting or using such information.
Links to Other Websites
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated or controlled by us. If you click on a third-party link, you will be redirected to that website.
We strongly recommend reviewing the Privacy Policy of every website you visit, as their data collection and processing practices may differ from ours.
We do not have control over, nor do we assume responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page, with the “Last Updated” date revised accordingly.
How We Notify You of Changes
- We will notify you via email and/or display a prominent notice on our Service before the changes take effect.
- We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your data.
Changes take effect as soon as they are posted on this page.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, You can contact us:
- By email: [email protected]