Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: March 9, 2025

Welcome to CristinaRecipes.com! Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting any personal information you share while using our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our site.

By using CristinaRecipes.com, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our website.

1. Information We Collect

We collect different types of information to enhance your experience on our website and ensure its functionality. The information we collect includes:

A. Personal Information (Voluntary Submission)

You may choose to provide personal information when interacting with our site, including but not limited to:

Name (when submitting comments, contacting us, or subscribing to newsletters)
Email address (when subscribing, contacting us, or providing feedback)

We collect this information only when you voluntarily provide it.

B. Non-Personal Information (Automatic Collection)

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain non-personal data, including:

IP address
Browser type and version
Device information (desktop, tablet, or mobile)
Pages visited and time spent on the site
Referring website or search query

We use cookies and analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to track user behavior and improve website performance.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

To personalize your experience by displaying relevant content
To improve our website by analyzing visitor behavior and site performance
To communicate with you by responding to inquiries, comments, or requests
To send newsletters or promotional content (only if you have subscribed)
To comply with legal obligations or law enforcement requests

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience. When you visit CristinaRecipes.com, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

Enhance website functionality (e.g., remembering user preferences)
Analyze visitor behavior (e.g., through Google Analytics)
Serve relevant advertisements via Google AdSense and third-party ad networks
Improve overall website performance and user experience

A. Types of Cookies We Use

Type of Cookie	Purpose
Essential Cookies	Required for the website to function properly. Cannot be disabled.
Analytical Cookies	Help us understand visitor interactions and improve content.
Advertising Cookies	Deliver personalized ads based on browsing history.
Functional Cookies	Enhance user experience, such as remembering login details.

B. Third-Party Cookies

We use third-party service providers, such as Google AdSense, to place cookies for targeted advertising.

Google AdSense: Google may collect data through cookies to serve relevant ads. You can adjust your ad preferences here:
🔗 Google Ads Settings

C. Managing Cookies

You can manage and disable cookies in your browser settings:

If you disable cookies, some features of CristinaRecipes.com may not function properly.

4. Third-Party Services and Advertisements

We may use third-party services, including:

Google AdSense for displaying ads
Google Analytics for tracking website traffic
Social media plugins (Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram)

These third parties may collect and use your data based on their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their policies for more details.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. Retention periods depend on:

Legal obligations
Website analytics and performance tracking
Your consent and preferences

You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 6).

6. Your Rights & Choices

You have the right to:

Access your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your data
Opt-out of marketing emails (unsubscribe link available in emails)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@cristinarecipes.com.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will delete the data.

8. International Users

If you are accessing CristinaRecipes.com from outside your country of residence, please be aware that your data may be transferred and processed in countries with different privacy laws. By using our website, you consent to this transfer.

9. External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy policies or content. Always review the privacy policies of external sites before sharing your data.

10. Security Measures

We take reasonable precautions to protect your information, including:

SSL encryption for secure browsing
Restricted access to personal data
Regular security monitoring to prevent unauthorized access

However, no online platform is 100% secure. While we take security seriously, we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Please review this policy periodically.

12. Dispute Resolution

If you have any concerns regarding your privacy, please contact us first at contact@cristinarecipes.com. We will make every effort to resolve any disputes amicably.

If you are not satisfied with our response, you may have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority in your region.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, feel free to contact us:

📧 Email: contact@cristinarecipes.com
🌐 Website: www.cristinarecipes.com