ViaRecipes (“we”, “our”, or “us”) operates https://viarecipes.com/ (the “Website”).
We are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (“GDPR”).

By using this Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

ViaRecipes
Email: support@viarecipes.com

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following data:

a) Information You Provide Voluntarily

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Comments submitted on articles
  • Information provided via contact forms

b) Automatically Collected Data

When you visit the Website, we automatically collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited
  • Referring URL
  • Date and time of visit

c) Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve website functionality
  • Analyze traffic (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Serve personalized ads (if applicable)

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Article 6)

We process your personal data based on:

  • Consent – When you subscribe to newsletters or accept cookies
  • Legitimate Interest – To improve website performance and security
  • Legal Obligation – When required by law

You may withdraw your consent at any time.

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

  • Provide and maintain the Website
  • Respond to inquiries
  • Send newsletters (if subscribed)
  • Analyze traffic and improve content
  • Prevent fraud and ensure security

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share data with trusted third parties such as:

  • Website hosting providers
  • Email marketing services
  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Advertising networks (if applicable)

All third parties are required to process data in compliance with GDPR.

6. International Data Transfers

If data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (such as Standard Contractual Clauses).

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary:

  • Newsletter data: Until you unsubscribe
  • Comments: Until deleted by user request
  • Analytics data: As defined by the analytics provider

8. Your GDPR Rights

If you are located in the EU/EEA, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion (“Right to be forgotten”)
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to processing
  • Data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority

To exercise your rights, email: support@viarecipes.com

9. Cookies Policy

ViaRecipes uses cookies to enhance user experience.
You may:

  • Accept or reject cookies
  • Delete cookies via browser settings
  • Use browser tools to block tracking

If you are located in the EU, you will be shown a cookie consent banner before non-essential cookies are activated.

10. Children’s Privacy

This Website is not intended for children under 13 years old.
We do not knowingly collect data from children.

11. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data. However, no online system is completely secure.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”