Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://pork-bbq-recipe.scoopstorm.com (referred to as “our website” or “we”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled with the utmost care and security. This comprehensive Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information in accordance with various international privacy laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
Quebec Law 25 on the protection of personal data
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union (EU)
Brazil’s General Data Protection Law (LGPD)
California’s Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), California, USA
Colorado’s Consumer Protection Act (CPA)
Utah’s Consumer Sales and Personal Information Protection Act (UCPA)
Connecticut’s ConnectiCut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA)
Virginia’s Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)

Scope

This policy applies universally to all aspects of our website, including but not limited to:

Our primary domain, https://pork-bbq-recipe.scoopstorm.com
All associated subdomains and websites linked to this Privacy Policy
Mobile applications and services provided by us
Interactive features and online forms on our platforms

However, please note that this policy does not cover third-party platforms or services that you access through links or integrations on our website. These external services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before using such services.

Processing Activities

This Privacy Policy guides your interactions with us when:

Using Our Services: When you sign up as an authorized user for any of our applications or services, we collect and process your personal information to facilitate your account creation and usage.
Visiting Our Websites: Every time you visit our websites, we may automatically collect certain data, including IP addresses, browser type, operating system, and page interactions, for analytical purposes and to improve our online offerings.
Communication: If you choose to receive communications from us, such as newsletters, promotional emails, or SMS alerts, we will use your contact details to deliver these messages in accordance with your preferences.

Personal Data Collection

We collect a variety of personal data to enhance your experience and provide our services effectively. This includes:

Account Information: Your username, email address, and password (hashed and encrypted) to secure your account.
Payment Details: Securely stored payment information for seamless transactions is processed through trusted third-party payment gateways.
Financial Data: We may collect limited financial information for billing purposes, such as bank details (encrypted), but do not store sensitive financial data on our servers.
Purchase History: Details of your purchases, including products and services acquired from us, are retained to improve customer service and personalize recommendations.
Mobile Device Identifiers: Unique device identifiers or IP addresses may be collected for analytics and to deliver targeted content.
Location Data: With your consent, we can access your location data to provide personalized local content and services.
Feedback and Reviews: We encourage user feedback and reviews, and any information provided is used to improve our products and services.
Social Media Information: If you choose to log in via social media accounts, we may collect and display basic profile information for the purpose of personalizing your experience on our platform.
Product Preferences: Data about the products you view, search for, or purchase helps us tailor recommendations and improve product discovery.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We employ cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and gain insights into website performance. Our cookies are categorized as:

Strictly Necessary: These cookies enable core functionality, such as account login, page navigation, and basic site security features.
Preference: Cookies in this category remember your preferences, language settings, and other customizable elements to enhance user experience.
Analytics: We use analytics cookies to collect data about website visitors, including traffic sources, time spent on pages, and click paths to improve our services and content.

Users have control over non-essential cookies through our built-in Cookie Manager, allowing them to customize their cookie preferences.

Data Retention and Deletion

We adhere to the principle of data minimization, collecting and retaining personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. Once the purpose is fulfilled, we securely delete or anonymize your data.

Security Measures

The security of your personal data is a top priority. We implement robust organizational safeguards and security measures to protect against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction of your information. These include:

Encryption: We use encryption for both online transmission and storage of sensitive data, ensuring secure handling at all times.
Secure Third-Party Processing: We engage trusted third-party service providers who assist us in processing personal data securely, adhering to strict privacy standards.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18 (or the legal age limit in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children, and you should ensure that any personal data provided by minors is done with proper consent from their parents or guardians.

Your Data Rights

Depending on your location, you have various rights regarding your personal data, including:

Access: You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you and to receive a copy of it.
Rectification: You can ask us to correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information we have about you.
Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): In certain circumstances, you may request the deletion of your personal data from our systems.
Restriction: You have the option to restrict the processing of your personal data for specific purposes.
Portability: You are entitled to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used format and to transfer it to another controller.
Objection: You can object to the processing of your personal data for marketing or other purposes not required by law.
Non-Discrimination: You have the right to be free from discrimination when exercising any of your data rights.

To exercise these rights, please contact our privacy team using the details provided below. We will respond to your requests in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Changes to Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effectively immediately upon posting on our website, and we encourage you to review this page periodically for updates.

Contact Information

For any inquiries related to privacy, data requests, unsubscribe requests, or if you have any questions regarding this policy, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Mailing Address: [Privacy Team Contact Address]

We value your trust in our company, and we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of data protection.