Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 01, 2025

Welcome to Gurus Recipes! We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit gurusrecipes.com or use our services.

Overview

When you use our website, we may collect certain information to enhance your experience and improve our services. By using Gurus Recipes, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. We’ve written this policy in clear, straightforward language to help you understand exactly how we handle your information.

Interpretation and Definitions

Key Terms We Use

  • You refers to you, whether you’re just browsing our website or creating an account to share recipes.
  • We/Us/Our refers to Gurus Recipes, operating at gurusrecipes.com.
  • Personal Data means any information that can identify you, such as your email address or name.
  • Account means your personal account on Gurus Recipes where you can save recipes, share content, and interact with other food enthusiasts.
  • Service refers to our website, gurusrecipes.com, and all its features.
  • Device means any device you use to access our website, such as your computer, smartphone, or tablet.
  • Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.
  • Service Provider means any natural or legal person who processes data on behalf of Gurus Recipes.
  • Usage Data refers to data collected automatically during the use of our Service.

Types of Data Collected

1. Personal Information

When you use Gurus Recipes, we may collect:

  • Email address
  • First and last name
  • Profile information
  • Your recipe contributions and comments
  • Your favorite recipes and saved collections
  • Phone number (optional)
  • Billing address (if applicable)
  • User preferences and settings
  • Communication preferences
  • Social media handles (if provided)

2. Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website:

  • Your device’s IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages you visit
  • Time spent on each page
  • Date and time of your visit
  • How you interact with recipes and features
  • Device identifiers and diagnostic data
  • Referral sources
  • Click patterns
  • Navigation paths
  • Feature usage statistics

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Necessary / Essential Cookies

  • Type: Session Cookies
  • Administered by: Us
  • Purpose: Essential for website functionality and user authentication

2. Preference Cookies

  • Type: Persistent Cookies
  • Administered by: Us
  • Purpose: Remember your cooking preferences and customizations

3. Functionality Cookies

  • Type: Persistent Cookies
  • Administered by: Us
  • Purpose: Enable enhanced features and personalization

4. Analytics Cookies

  • Type: Persistent Cookies
  • Administered by: Us and third-party analytics providers
  • Purpose: Understand user behavior and improve our service

We also use:

  • Web Beacons
  • Pixels and Tags
  • Clear GIFs
  • Local Storage
  • Session Storage

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may limit functionality.

Use of Your Personal Data

1. Core Service Purposes

We use your data to:

  • Provide and maintain our Service
  • Manage your account registration
  • Enable recipe sharing and social features
  • Process payments and transactions
  • Contact you regarding your account
  • Provide customer support
  • Monitor service usage

2. Enhancement and Personalization

Your data helps us:

  • Personalize recipe recommendations
  • Remember your preferences
  • Customize your cooking experience
  • Improve recipe presentation
  • Develop new features
  • Enhance website performance

3. Communication and Marketing

With your consent, we use your data for:

  • Sending newsletters
  • Sharing cooking tips and inspiration
  • Notifying about new features
  • Providing promotional content
  • Conducting surveys
  • Gathering feedback

4. Analytics and Improvement

We analyze data to:

  • Understand user behavior
  • Identify usage trends
  • Debug technical issues
  • Measure feature effectiveness
  • Optimize user experience
  • Prevent fraud and abuse

Data Sharing and Third Parties

1. Service Providers

We may share data with:

  • Hosting providers
  • Payment processors
  • Analytics services
  • Email service providers
  • Customer support tools
  • Security services

2. Business Transfers

Your information may be transferred if we:

  • Merge with another company
  • Sell our assets
  • Undergo reorganization
  • Experience acquisition

3. Legal Requirements

We may disclose data:

  • To comply with laws
  • To respond to legal requests
  • To protect our rights
  • To prevent fraud
  • To ensure user safety

Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures:

Technical Measures

  • Encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS)
  • Secure data storage systems
  • Regular security assessments
  • Firewalls and intrusion detection
  • Regular backups
  • Access controls

Organizational Measures

  • Employee training
  • Access limitation
  • Security protocols
  • Regular audits
  • Incident response plans

Your Privacy Rights

1. Access Rights

You can:

  • View your personal data
  • Request data copies
  • Check processing status
  • Verify data accuracy

2. Control Rights

You may:

  • Update information
  • Delete your account
  • Restrict processing
  • Object to processing
  • Export your data

3. Communication Preferences

You can:

  • Opt out of marketing
  • Modify email preferences
  • Control notifications
  • Manage cookie settings

Children’s Privacy

Our Service does not address anyone under 13 years of age. We:

  • Don’t knowingly collect children’s data
  • Remove any identified children’s information
  • Require parental consent when applicable
  • Provide special protections for teen users (13-18)

International Data Transfers

When we transfer data internationally, we ensure:

  • Adequate protection measures
  • Compliance with transfer regulations
  • Appropriate safeguards
  • Contractual protections
  • Data processing agreements

Data Retention

We retain your data:

  • As long as necessary for service provision
  • As required by law
  • According to legitimate business needs
  • Until you request deletion
  • For backup and recovery purposes

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy:

  • To reflect service changes
  • To comply with new laws
  • To incorporate new practices
  • To address user feedback

We will notify you of changes through:

  • Email notifications
  • Website announcements
  • App notifications
  • Service messages

Contact Us

For privacy-related matters, contact us:

Response Time:

  • General inquiries: 48 hours
  • Data requests: 30 days
  • Urgent matters: 24 hours

Acceptance and Consent

By using Gurus Recipes, you:

  • Accept this privacy policy
  • Consent to data collection
  • Agree to data processing
  • Acknowledge your rights
  • Understand our practices

Additional Information

Cookie Management

Detailed instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:

  1. Chrome
  2. Firefox
  3. Safari
  4. Edge
  5. Opera

Security Best Practices

We recommend:

  • Using strong passwords
  • Enabling two-factor authentication
  • Regularly reviewing account activity
  • Logging out from shared devices
  • Keeping contact information updated

This Privacy Policy was last modified on the date shown above. We encourage you to review it periodically for any changes.