GDPR Policy
Last Updated: 02/04/2025
At Riviera Recipes, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website, https://www.rivierarecipes.com/. By using our site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Data We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal data:
- Information You Provide: This includes your name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter, leave comments, or contact us via forms.
- Automated Data: This includes your IP address, browser type, device information, and browsing behavior, collected through cookies and analytics tools.
We use this data to:
- Send you updates, newsletters, and promotional content (with your consent).
- Improve website performance and user experience.
- Respond to your inquiries and feedback.
2. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on:
- Your Consent: When you subscribe to our newsletter or interact with our website.
- Legitimate Interest: For website analytics and optimization to enhance your experience.
3. Third-Party Services
We use third-party services to support our website operations, including:
- Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic and user behavior.
- Email Marketing Tools: To manage newsletter subscriptions and communications.
These services may collect and process your data, but they are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify. For more details, please review their respective privacy policies.
4. Data Security
We take data security seriously and implement measures such as:
- Encrypted data transfers (HTTPS).
- Secure servers with restricted access.
- Regular monitoring to prevent unauthorized access or breaches.
While we strive to protect your data, no online platform can guarantee absolute security. By using our website, you acknowledge this risk.
5. Your Rights Under GDPR
As a user, you have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Request that we update or correct inaccurate data.
- Deletion: Request that we delete your personal data.
- Withdraw Consent: Revoke your consent for data processing at any time.
- Object: Object to the processing of your data for specific purposes.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within 30 days. If you believe your rights have been violated, you may file a complaint with your local data protection authority.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. For example:
- Newsletter subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
- Analytics data is anonymized and retained for statistical purposes.
7. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA), where data protection laws may differ. We ensure that such transfers comply with GDPR and that your data remains protected through appropriate safeguards.
8. Cookies and Tracking
Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience, personalize content, and analyze traffic. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. For more details, please refer to our [Cookie Policy].
9. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
10. Affiliate Links and Advertising
To support our website, we may participate in affiliate marketing programs and display ads through platforms like Google AdSense. These services may use cookies to serve personalized ads based on your browsing behavior. For more information, please review our [Advertising Disclosure].
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this GDPR Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review this policy periodically.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this GDPR Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]