Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 6, 2024

Introduction

TasteCanvas

Welcome to TasteCanvas.com (“tastcanvas”, “we,” “our,” or “us”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit TasteCanvas.com and use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

  • Name and email address when you create an account
  • Profile information you choose to share
  • Comments and recipe ratings you submit
  • Newsletter subscription preferences

Automatically Collected Information

  • IP address and browser type
  • Device information
  • Cookies and usage data
  • Geographic location (if enabled)

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

  1. Provide and maintain our services
  2. Personalize your experience
  3. Send you newsletters and updates (with your consent)
  4. Improve our recipes and content
  5. Analyze website performance
  6. Respond to your inquiries

Data Protection

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Encryption of data transmission
  • Regular security assessments
  • Limited access to personal information
  • Secure data storage systems

Cookie Policy

We use cookies to:

  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze website traffic
  • Enhance site navigation
  • Personalize content You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services for:

  • Analytics (Google Analytics)
  • Social media integration
  • Payment processing
  • Email marketing

These services have their own privacy policies and data collection practices.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request data deletion
  • Withdraw consent
  • Export your data
  • Opt-out of marketing communications

Children’s Privacy

TasteCanvas does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us.

International Data Transfers

We may transfer your data to servers located outside your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically. We will notify you of any significant changes through:

  • Email notification
  • Website announcement
  • App notification

TasteCanvas Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or concerns, contact us at:

Legal Compliance

This privacy policy complies with:

  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
  • Other applicable data protection laws

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce agreements

Your Choices

You can manage your privacy preferences by:

  • Adjusting account settings
  • Modifying cookie preferences
  • Unsubscribing from communications
  • Requesting data deletion

By using TasteCanvas, you agree to the terms of this privacy policy. If you disagree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of our services.