Introduction

TheRecipeHive ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website therecipehive.com (the "Service").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Service.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Contact us through our contact form
• Create an account (if applicable)
• Participate in surveys or promotions

This information may include:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
• Demographic information
• Preferences and interests related to recipes and cooking

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Service, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Device identifiers and mobile device information

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Providing and maintaining our Service
• Improving and personalizing user experience
• Sending newsletters and promotional materials (with your consent)
• Responding to your inquiries and customer service requests
• Analyzing website usage and performance
• Detecting and preventing fraud or abuse
• Complying with legal obligations

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

• Website hosting and maintenance
• Email delivery services
• Analytics and performance monitoring
• Customer support services

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

• Court orders or legal process
• Government requests or investigations
• Protection of our rights and safety
• Prevention of fraud or illegal activities

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Service:

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Service.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against:

• Unauthorized access or disclosure
• Alteration or destruction
• Loss or theft

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

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

• Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request copies of your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal information
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing

Unsubscribing

You can unsubscribe from our newsletters at any time by:

• Clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email
• Contacting us directly at hello@therecipehive.com

Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information during such transfers.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify you via email or website notice for significant changes
• Provide the updated policy on our website

Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: