Effective Date: September 24, 2025
At Proud of This Mess (https://proudofthismess.com/), your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website. By using our site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect information from you in the following ways:
a) Personal Information
When you voluntarily provide it, such as:
- Your name
- Email address (e.g., when signing up for newsletters or contacting us)
- Any other information you submit through forms on the website
b) Non-Personal Information
Automatically collected information may include:
- Your IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited on our website
- Date and time of your visit
- Referring websites
This information helps us improve the website, understand visitor behavior, and enhance your user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries and messages.
- To send newsletters, updates, or promotional emails (if you have subscribed).
- To improve our website content, design, and functionality.
- To monitor website usage and analyze trends.
- To protect the website from unauthorized use or security threats.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
- Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience.
- Cookies help remember your preferences, track visitor behavior, and improve website functionality.
- You can disable cookies in your browser settings; however, some features of the website may not function properly without them.
4. Sharing Your Information
We respect your privacy and do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
We may share information in the following limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: Trusted third-party services that help operate the website (e.g., email services, analytics providers).
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
5. Third-Party Links
- Our website may contain links to external websites.
- We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. Visiting external sites is done at your own risk.
6. Data Security
- We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
- Despite our efforts, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure.
7. Children’s Privacy
- Proud of This Mess does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
- If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete it.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:
- Accessing the data we hold about you.
- Requesting correction or deletion of your personal data.
- Opting out of marketing communications.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
9. Updates to This Privacy Policy
- We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
- Updates will be posted on this page with the “Effective Date” at the top.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or suggestions about this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us at:
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://proudofthismess.com/
Thank you for trusting Proud of This Mess. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting it while sharing our love of food and cooking with you!