Effective date: August, 2025
Last updated: August, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Whisk & Serve (https://whiskandserve.com). Your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have when using our website and services. By using or visiting https://whiskandserve.com you accept the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information in several ways:
a) Information You Provide
- Contact forms / Newsletter signups: name and email address when you subscribe or contact us.
- Comments: name, email, and comment text when you comment on posts (subject to your comment settings).
- User submissions: photos or recipe contributions you upload when requested.
b) Automatically Collected Information
- Usage data: pages visited, time on site, clicks, referring site, device & browser information.
- Cookies & tracking: to remember preferences and show personalized content.
c) Third-party Data
- If you interact with third-party services (social logins, analytics, email providers), they may collect and share data per their policies.
3. How We Use Your Data
We use collected data to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve the website and content.
- Send newsletters and site updates (with your consent).
- Respond to requests, comments, and inquiries.
- Analyze site usage and trends (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Protect the site and enforce terms.
We do not sell your personal information.
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to: remember preferences, provide analytics, and improve performance. You can control cookies through your browser settings. For explicit cookie consent, consider a cookie-consent plugin.
5. Google Analytics & Third-Party Services
We use Google Analytics to measure traffic and usage. Google may collect device and browser information and IP addresses. We take these steps with Google Analytics:
- We may use IP anonymization where available.
- We restrict Google from combining Analytics data with personally identifying Google information.
- You can opt out of Google Analytics for this site using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout/
- For details, see Google’s Privacy Policy.
Other third-party services we use (email provider, form service, advertising, plugins) each have their own privacy policies — please review them before submitting personal data.
6. Email & Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will use your email to send updates. You can unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us at contact@whiskandserve.com.
7. Comments & Public Content
Comments and other public content will be visible to others. We may retain IP addresses and email addresses to help identify and block spam and abuse.
8. Sharing & Disclosure
We may share personal data with service providers that perform functions on our behalf (hosting, analytics, email delivery). We will also disclose data when required by law, to protect rights, or to respond to legal processes.
9. Data Security & Retention
We implement reasonable security measures to protect data. However, no method of internet transmission is completely secure. We retain personal data as needed to provide services, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes.
10. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights such as:
- Accessing the personal data we hold about you.
- Requesting correction or deletion.
- Objecting to processing or requesting portability.
To exercise rights, contact contact@whiskandserve.com. We may require verification before responding.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe a child provided data, contact us and we will delete it.
12. International Transfers
Data may be transferred and processed in jurisdictions other than yours. We take steps to protect data consistent with this policy.
13. Advertising & Affiliate Links
We may display ads and use affiliate links. Affiliate links may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. Third-party advertising and affiliate networks may collect data — check their policies.
14. Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy. The “Last updated” date will change. Significant changes will be posted on the site.
15. Contact
If you have questions or requests about this policy, contact:
Whisk & Serve
Email: contact@whiskandserve.com
GDPR Addendum (EU Data Protection)
Legal Basis & Purposes
Where applicable, we rely on one or more lawful bases to process personal data: consent (e.g., newsletter subscription), performance of a contract, legitimate interests (e.g., site security and analytics), or compliance with legal obligations.
Data Subject Rights
If you are in the EU, you have rights including: access, rectification, erasure (“right to be forgotten”), restriction, objection to processing, data portability, and the right to withdraw consent. To make a request, contact contact@whiskandserve.com. We will verify requests and respond within applicable timeframes.
International Transfers
If your data is transferred outside the EU, we will protect it using appropriate safeguards (standard contractual clauses, etc.) when required.
Withdrawal of Consent
If we process data on the basis of consent (e.g., newsletters, cookies), you may withdraw consent at any time by unsubscribing or changing cookie preferences. Withdrawal does not affect processing that occurred before withdrawal.
CCPA/CPRA Addendum (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):
Your Rights
- Right to Know / Access: Request categories of personal information collected, sold or disclosed and access specific pieces of personal information.
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information collected about you (subject to exceptions).
- Right to Opt-Out of Sale: We do not sell personal information for money. If that changes, you will be able to opt out via a clear link.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: You have the right not to be discriminated against for exercising privacy rights.
How to Submit Requests
To submit a request under CCPA/CPRA, email contact@whiskandserve.com with the subject line “CCPA/CPRA Request” and state your request (access, deletion, or opt-out). We may need to verify identity before fulfilling requests. We will not sell your personal information.
Disclaimer
This Privacy Policy is provided for informational purposes and is not legal advice. If you need legal certainty (e.g., for EU/GDPR or California compliance), consult a qualified attorney.