Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 3, 2025

Last Updated: July 3, 2025

At Simply Copycat Recipes (https://simplycopycatrecipes.com/), we value your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website. By using this site, you agree to the terms of this policy.

1. Who We Are

This website is operated by Maria Lena and James Watson, a husband-and-wife team providing copycat recipes for informational and entertainment purposes.

2. What Information We Collect

We collect two types of information from visitors:

a) Personal Information

You may voluntarily provide personal information such as:

  • Name
  • Email address (e.g., when subscribing to our newsletter or leaving a comment)
  • IP address

b) Non-Personal Information

This includes data collected automatically via cookies and analytics tools:

  • Browser type
  • Device type
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on site
  • Referring URL

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect to:

  • Improve website content and functionality
  • Send occasional emails or newsletters (only with your opt-in)
  • Respond to comments or inquiries
  • Monitor website usage trends via Google Analytics or similar tools
  • Prevent spam and enhance security

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to personalize content, provide social media features, and analyze our traffic. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some site features may not function properly.

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share limited data with:

  • Trusted third-party services (e.g., email providers, analytics tools)
  • Legal authorities, if required by law

These third parties are contractually obligated to protect your data.

6. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to external websites (e.g., other food blogs, affiliate products). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. Please review their privacy policies before submitting any personal data.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information using secure systems and up-to-date technologies. However, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access your data
  • Correct or delete your data
  • Withdraw consent
  • Request data portability

To exercise these rights, email us at: contact@simplycopycatrecipes.com

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. When we do, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to check this page regularly.

10. Contact Us

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

📧 Email: contact@simplycopycatrecipes.com

🌐 Website: https://simplycopycatrecipes.com