Effective date: August 2, 2025
Who we are: [Wellness Guide] is owned and operated by [culinarycreationss]. Mailing address: [@culinarycreationss.com]. Contact: [Here].
This notice explains what data we collect, why we collect it, how we use and share it, and the choices and rights you have. It applies to our health, fitness, and nutrition content website(s) and any pages that link to this policy, including links we place to our separate recipe site.
Quick summary
- We collect personal information you provide (e.g., email, messages), and technical data (e.g., IP address, device identifiers, cookie IDs).
- We use cookies and similar tech for core site features, analytics, and ads. In the EEA/UK/CH we obtain consent where required and honor your choices.
- We partner with advertising and analytics providers (e.g., Google). Learn how Google uses data on partner sites.
- California and some other U.S. states give you rights to access, delete, correct, and opt out of “sale”/“sharing” for cross-context behavioral ads; we honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals where required.
- UK/EEA residents have GDPR/UK GDPR rights (access, rectification, erasure, portability, objection, restriction, and withdrawal of consent).
- Canada (PIPEDA) and Australia (Privacy Act 1988 / APPs) also provide rights.
- We don’t knowingly collect children’s data under 13, and we comply with COPPA.
- We are not a HIPAA-covered entity; HIPAA generally applies only to specific health plans/clearinghouses/providers and their business associates.
Information we collect
You provide: contact details (name, email), messages you send us, newsletter sign-ups, and any information you choose to share in forms (e.g., fitness goals).
Collected automatically: IP address, device/browser type, approximate location (from IP), pages viewed, time on page, referrers, and identifiers set by cookies or mobile SDKs.
From partners: ad/analytics partners (e.g., Google) may provide aggregated reports and identifiers tied to your device or browser.
Cookies & similar technologies
We use:
- Essential cookies (security, load balancing, consent storage).
- Analytics cookies (site performance and usage).
- Advertising cookies (ad delivery, frequency capping, and—where permitted—ad personalization).
EEA/UK/CH users: We request consent for non-essential cookies and for using personal data for personalized ads; you can withdraw consent anytime via Manage Cookies (link in footer). Googleico.org.uk
How Google uses data: See Google’s explanation of how it uses information from partner sites and apps. Google Policies
How we use information
- Provide, secure, and improve our sites.
- Communicate with you (e.g., newsletters, replies).
- Personalize content and, where allowed, personalize ads.
- Measure performance, debug, and prevent fraud/abuse.
Legal bases (EEA/UK): consent (e.g., for non-essential cookies/personalized ads), contract (to deliver requested services), legal obligations, and our legitimate interests (e.g., security, non-personalized measurement).
How we share information
We share with:
- Service providers (hosting, email, analytics, anti-fraud) under contracts limiting use.
- Advertising/measurement partners (e.g., Google Ads/Ad Manager) to deliver and measure ads; in EEA/UK only with appropriate consent.
- Legal and safety (to comply with law, enforce terms, protect users).
- Corporate transactions (merger/acquisition).
Your choices
- Manage Cookies: Change or withdraw consent anytime via Manage Cookies (footer).
- Ad choices: Use your browser’s advertising settings and platform tools (e.g., Google Ad Settings) and opt-out tools provided by industry groups in your region.
- Email marketing: Unsubscribe via the link in our emails.
Your privacy rights
California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut and other U.S. state laws
Depending on your state, you may have rights to know/access, delete, correct, opt out of sale/sharing/targeted advertising, and non-discrimination.
We also honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) and other universal opt-out signals where required. Use Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information (footer) or send a request to [@culinarycreationss.com].
UK/EEA/Switzerland
You can request access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability, and objection, and you can withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior processing. Contact us at [@culinarycreationss.com]. You may also contact your local data authority (e.g., ICO in the UK).
Canada (PIPEDA)
You may request access and correction and can challenge our compliance with the 10 fair information principles; contact us as above or the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada.
Australia (Privacy Act 1988 / APPs)
You can ask for access/correction and to stop direct marketing, among other rights under the Australian Privacy Principles; you may also contact the OAIC.
How to verify requests: We may take reasonable steps to verify your identity (e.g., confirming email ownership). Authorized agents may submit requests where allowed by law.
“Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information”
If you are in California or another state with similar rights, use the Do Not Sell or Share link in our footer or send a request to [@culinarycreationss.com]. We also process GPC signals as an opt-out where required.
International data transfers
We may transfer your data to countries outside your own (e.g., to the U.S.). Where applicable, we use appropriate safeguards (such as standard contractual clauses) and take steps to protect your information consistent with local law.
Data retention
We keep personal information only as long as needed for the purposes in this policy, to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.
Security
We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards appropriate to the nature of the data. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
Children’s privacy
Our sites are for general audiences and are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us personal information, contact us and we will take appropriate action (e.g., delete the data).
Health information & HIPAA
Content on our sites is for education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. We are not a HIPAA-covered entity or business associate; HIPAA generally applies to specific health plans, clearinghouses, and certain healthcare providers and their business associates.
Advertising, affiliate links, and editorial independence
We display ads and may use affiliate links to products or services we genuinely recommend. We label sponsored content and include clear, conspicuous disclosures in line with FTC guidance.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We will post the updated version with a new “Effective date” and, where appropriate, notify you by email or on-site notice.
Contact us
- Privacy requests: [@culinarycreationss.com]
- Data Protection Contact (EEA/UK): [Name / DPO if applicable]
- Mailing address: [Address]
Region-specific addenda (summaries)
California (CPRA): We describe the categories of personal information we collect, sources, purposes, and disclosures; you can request access/correction/deletion and opt out of sale/sharing (including via GPC). Non-discrimination applies for exercising rights.
UK/EEA: We honor GDPR/UK GDPR rights and obtain consent for cookies and ads personalization where required (PECR + UK GDPR).
Canada (PIPEDA): We follow PIPEDA’s 10 fair information principles.
Australia (APPs): We handle personal information consistent with the Australian Privacy Principles.