Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July, 2025

Welcome to RecipesByElina.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”), created and managed by Elina James. Your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit or interact with https://recipesbyelina.com (the “Website”).

By using our Website, you agree to the practices described here. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our Website.

Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide Voluntarily

When you subscribe to our newsletter, comment on a post, or contact us, you may share:

Your name
Email address
Any information you include in a message or comment

b. Automatically Collected Information

Our website may collect non-personal data such as:

Browser type and device
Pages visited and time spent on site
General geographic location (city or country level)

This helps us understand our audience and improve the site’s performance and content.

c. Cookies

Cookies are small files stored on your device to enhance site usability.
We use them mainly to:

Remember user preferences
Improve loading speed and browsing experience

You can disable cookies anytime through your browser settings.

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

Operate and maintain the Website
Improve user experience and recipe content
Respond to comments, emails, and feedback
Send optional newsletters or updates if you subscribed

We do not sell, trade, or rent users’ personal information to others.

Advertising and Promotions

Currently, RecipesByElina.com does not serve any third-party advertisements such as Google AdSense, Mediavine, or affiliate ads.

You may, however, see occasional basic promotional banners or announcements related to our own recipes, guides, or future projects.
If we choose to display third-party or personalized ads in the future, this Privacy Policy will be updated accordingly and will include details about cookie usage and ad personalization.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information:

SSL (Secure Socket Layer) encryption for safe browsing
Limited access to personal data by authorized individuals only

While we use secure methods, no website transmission can be guaranteed 100% secure.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to provide services, fulfill legal obligations, or resolve disputes. You may request deletion of your information at any time by contacting us.

Your Rights

If you reside in a region with data-protection laws (such as GDPR or CCPA), you may:

Request access to your personal data
Request correction or deletion of your information
Withdraw consent for communication

To exercise these rights, email us at privacy@recipesbyelina.com.

External Links

Our Website may include links to other websites or resources for your convenience.
We are not responsible for the privacy policies or practices of third-party sites. Please review their policies before providing any personal information.

Children’s Privacy

Our content is intended for a general audience and is not directed toward children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe your child has provided data, please contact us to have it deleted.

9. Policy Updates

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”
Continued use of the Website after updates means you accept the revised terms.