Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for TheHomemadeTable.com

Last Updated: 03/04/2025

1. Who We Are

TheHomemadeTable.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a food blog sharing recipes, cooking tips, and culinary inspiration. Our website address is: https://www.thehomemadetable.com.

2. What Personal Data We Collect & Why

A. Data You Provide

  • Comments: Name, email, website (if you comment on posts).
  • Newsletters: Email address (via sign-up forms).
  • Contact Forms: Name, email, message content.
  • Purchases: Payment details (processed securely by third parties like PayPal).

B. Automatically Collected Data

  • Cookies: Session data, preferences (e.g., via WordPress or Google Analytics).
  • Usage Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited.

C. Embedded Content

Videos or images from sites like YouTube may track your interaction (like clicking “Play”).

3. How We Use Your Data

PurposeLegal Basis (GDPR)
Sending newslettersYour consent
Responding to commentsLegitimate interest
Site analyticsLegitimate interest
Processing purchasesContractual necessity

4. Who We Share Data With

  • Service Providers: Email tools (Mailchimp), analytics (Google), payment processors.
  • Legal Compliance: If required by law (e.g., court orders).

We never sell your data.

5. How Long We Keep Data

  • Comments: Retained indefinitely unless deleted.
  • Newsletters: Until you unsubscribe.
  • Purchase records: As required by tax laws.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR

You can:
✅ Request access to your data.
✅ Correct or delete your data.
✅ Withdraw consent (e.g., unsubscribe).
✅ Object to processing.

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    7. Cookies

    We use:

    • Necessary cookies (for site functionality).
    • Analytics cookies (to improve user experience).

    Manage preferences via your browser settings.

    8. Security

    We use SSL encryption and limit data access—but no method is 100% secure.

    9. Children’s Privacy

    Our site is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect their data.

    10. Changes to This Policy

    Updates will be posted here with a new “Last Updated” date.

    11. Contact Us

    For privacy questions:
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