Privacy Policy

1. Introduction and Scope

Welcome to Bite Bursting, located at https://bitebursting.com/. We are dedicated to providing delicious recipes and ensuring the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy details how we collect, use, protect, and handle your Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in accordance with our legal obligations.

By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect two main types of information from our users:

• Personal Data (PII): Information that can identify you, which you voluntarily submit. This primarily includes your **Name** and **Email Address** when you leave a comment, subscribe to our newsletter, or fill out a contact form.
• Usage Data: Information automatically collected from your browser or device when you access the site. This includes your **Internet Protocol (IP) address**, **browser type and version**, time spent on pages, and referring website addresses.

3. Purpose and Legal Basis for Using Your Information

We use the collected information for the following specific purposes:

• Service Provision: To operate, maintain, and provide the content and features of the website (our legitimate interest).
• Communication: To send you newsletters, recipe updates, and promotional content if you have explicitly consented to the subscription.
• User Interaction: To process and display your comments on recipes and respond to your inquiries (contractual necessity or legitimate interest).
• Improvement: To monitor website usage and analyze trends to improve the structure, content, and user experience (our legitimate interest).

4. Log Data and Analytics

Like most website operators, our servers automatically record Log Data. This data is non-personal and is used for diagnostics and analytical purposes. We utilize third-party analytics services, such as **Google Analytics**, to help us understand how users interact with our site, including the traffic sources, pages viewed, and device information.

This information is aggregated and anonymized to prevent direct identification, ensuring we can optimize our recipe content and site performance without compromising your privacy.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies are small files stored on your device. We use them to improve site functionality, track affiliate link clicks, and remember your preferences (like your name/email in a comment form).

Types of Cookies used:

• Necessary Cookies: Required for the website to function properly (e.g., handling comments).
• Analytical Cookies: Used for tracking traffic and usage patterns (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Advertising Cookies: Used by third-party advertisers to deliver personalized ads (see Section 8).

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though doing so may affect the functionality of some parts of Bite Bursting.

6. Third-Party Disclosure and Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your Personal Data to outside parties for their marketing purposes without your consent. However, we may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or serving our users, provided those parties agree to keep this information confidential.

This includes email newsletter providers, hosting services, and analytics platforms. We may also release information when we believe release is appropriate to comply with the law, enforce our site policies, or protect ours or others’ rights, property, or safety.

7. Data Security and Retention

We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information when you enter, submit, or access it. This includes using **Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology** for encrypted transmission. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your Personal Information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

We will retain your Personal Data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

8. Advertising, Affiliate Links, and External Sites

Our blog uses advertising and affiliate marketing to generate revenue. This section outlines how these elements interact with your data:

• Advertising Partners: We may partner with third-party ad networks (e.g., Google AdSense). These partners may use cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your visit to Bite Bursting and other sites on the Internet.
• Affiliate Links: We participate in affiliate programs. If you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission. These links use tracking cookies to credit the purchase to us, but they do not collect your PII from our site.
• External Links: We provide links to external websites (e.g., ingredient suppliers, cooking tools). We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external sites.

9. Children’s Privacy (Under 13)

Bite Bursting is not directed to individuals under the age of 13 (“Children”). We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from Children. If you are a parent or guardian and you become aware that your Child has provided us with Personal Information, please contact us immediately at contact@bitebursting.com. If we become aware that we have collected Personal Data from a Child without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.

10. Policy Updates and Contact Information

Changes to This Privacy Policy: We may update our Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date at the top. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy regularly for any changes.

Your Rights: You have the right to access, correct, or delete any Personal Data we hold about you. Please contact us to exercise these rights.

Contact Us: If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: contact@bitebursting.com

Website: https://bitebursting.com/