This Privacy Policy explains what information KitchenStories collects when you use our website, how we use it, and the choices you have. We keep this policy as clear as possible.
Information we collect
We collect information you provide directly, including:
- Name and email address when you register or update your profile
- Newsletter email addresses when you subscribe with consent
- Contact form details (name, email, subject, and message)
- Comments you leave on recipes
- Recipes you save to your account
We also store technical session data needed to keep you logged in and to secure forms.
How we use information
We use your information to:
- Operate and improve KitchenStories
- Authenticate your account and manage memberships
- Respond to messages and support requests
- Send newsletter emails only when you have consented
- Send transactional emails such as password resets
We do not sell your personal information.
Email marketing
Newsletter subscriptions require affirmative consent. You can unsubscribe at any time by contacting us. Password reset and other transactional emails are sent as needed to operate your account and do not require marketing consent.
Data retention
Account data is kept while your account remains active. Contact messages, comments, and newsletter records are retained as needed for operations, abuse prevention, and legal requirements. You may request account deletion by contacting us.
Security
We use industry-standard practices such as password hashing, prepared database queries, CSRF protection, and restricted access to sensitive application paths. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, so please use a strong unique password.
Your choices
- Update your profile details from your account page
- Remove saved recipes at any time
- Unsubscribe from newsletters by contacting us
- Request access to or deletion of your account data by email
Contact
Questions about this policy? Email info@kitchenstories.club or use our contact form.