Effective Date: March 26, 2026
At CookingWithVibes.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”), protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy are top priorities.
This GDPR Policy explains how we collect, process, and store personal data from users in the European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA), in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”).
1. Who We Are (Data Controller)
Website: https://www.cookingwithvibes.com/
Owner & Data Controller: Veronica, Founder of Cooking With Vibes
Email: [email protected]
We act as the data controller for all personal data collected through this website.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
2.1 Data You Provide Directly
- Name and email address (when subscribing, commenting, or contacting us)
- Any information you voluntarily provide in forms or messages
2.2 Data Collected Automatically
- IP address, browser type, and operating system
- Device type (mobile, tablet, desktop)
- Approximate location (city/country)
- Referring URLs
- Website usage data (pages visited, time spent, clicks, interactions)
3. Why We Collect Your Data
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
- To send newsletters, recipes, and updates (with your consent)
- To respond to messages and inquiries
- To improve website functionality and content
- To detect and prevent fraud or security threats
- To personalize your experience (with cookie consent)
- To comply with legal obligations
4. Legal Bases for Processing
Under GDPR, we rely on:
- Consent – when you subscribe, contact us, or accept cookies
- Legitimate Interest – for analytics, security, and website improvement
- Legal Obligation – to comply with laws
- Contractual Necessity – to fulfill requests or services
5. Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are located in the EU/EEA, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request deletion (“Right to be Forgotten”)
- Restrict or object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request data portability
To exercise your rights, contact: [email protected]
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for its intended purpose or as required by law.
You may request deletion of your data at any time.
7. Sharing Your Data
We do not sell your data. We may share limited information with trusted third parties, including:
- Email marketing providers
- Hosting and security services
- Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Legal authorities (when required)
All partners comply with GDPR and handle data securely.
8. Cookies and Tracking
8.1 Types of Cookies
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand usage
- Marketing/Affiliate Cookies: Track referrals and performance
8.2 Managing Cookies
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser or our cookie consent banner.
9. International Data Transfers
As we operate from the United States, your data may be transferred outside the EEA.
We ensure safeguards such as:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Data Processing Agreements (DPAs)
- Secure encrypted connections (HTTPS)
10. Data Security
We use industry-standard measures to protect your data:
- SSL encryption (HTTPS)
- Secure servers and access controls
- Regular updates and monitoring
- Firewall and malware protection
While we take strong precautions, no system is completely secure.
11. Contact
For any GDPR-related questions or requests, contact us:
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Contact Page: https://www.cookingwithvibes.com/contact/