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1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Name and email address when subscribing to our newsletter
• Contact information when you reach out to us
• Comments and feedback you provide
• Survey responses and preferences

Automatically Collected Information

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and version
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referral sources and search terms

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

• Provide and maintain our website services
• Send newsletters and recipe updates (with your consent)
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Improve our website content and user experience
• Analyze website usage and performance
• Comply with legal obligations

We never sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for their marketing purposes.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

4. Third-Party Services

Google Services

Our website may use Google Analytics and Google Ads services. These services may collect information about your visits to our site and other websites. You can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Email Services

We use third-party email service providers to send newsletters. These providers process your email address solely for delivering our content.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request information about personal data we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured format
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal data
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for data processing

To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@simplecookstories.blog

7. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal data in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. Newsletter subscriptions are retained until you unsubscribe. Contact form submissions are retained for up to 2 years.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the rights listed in Section 6. Our lawful basis for processing your personal data includes consent, legitimate interests, and legal obligations.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using Simple Cook Stories ("we," "our," or "us"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website.

2. Use License and Restrictions

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our website for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not:

• Modify, copy, distribute, transmit, display, reproduce, or create derivative works
• Use automated systems to access our content without permission
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Use our content for commercial purposes without written consent
• Violate any applicable laws or regulations

3. Recipe Information and Disclaimers

Educational Purpose Only: All recipes, cooking tips, and nutritional information are provided for educational and informational purposes only. Individual results may vary significantly.

No Guarantees: We make no representations, warranties, or guarantees about:

• Recipe success or specific cooking outcomes
• Nutritional accuracy or health benefits
• Ingredient availability or quality
• Cooking times or serving sizes

Food Safety: You are responsible for following proper food safety practices, including proper cooking temperatures, food storage, and hygiene.

4. User-Generated Content

If you submit comments, reviews, or other content to our website, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, modify, and display such content. You represent that your submissions are original and do not violate any third-party rights.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this website, including recipes, text, images, logos, and design, is owned by Simple Cook Stories or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

6. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of service of these external sites. Your use of third-party services is governed by their respective terms.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Simple Cook Stories shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Food-related illness or allergic reactions
• Kitchen accidents or injuries
• Property damage from cooking activities
• Loss of time, data, or profits

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid to access our services (which is $0 for free content).

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Simple Cook Stories from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of our website or violation of these terms.

9. Privacy and Data Collection

Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these terms by reference. By using our website, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

10. Advertising and Monetization

Our website may display advertisements and affiliate links. We may receive compensation when you click on or purchase through these links. All advertising content complies with applicable laws and platform policies.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to our website at any time, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these terms or is harmful to other users or our business interests.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any legal disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Travis County, Texas.

13. Changes to Terms

We may modify these terms at any time by posting updated terms on our website. Your continued use constitutes acceptance of the modified terms. Material changes will be highlighted with an updated "Last updated" date.

14. Severability

If any provision of these terms is deemed invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

15. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:

General Information

The information on this website is provided for informational purposes only. All recipes and cooking advice are suggestions based on our experience and should not be considered professional culinary advice.

No Medical Advice

Content on this site is not intended as medical or nutritional advice. Please consult with healthcare professionals regarding dietary restrictions, allergies, or health concerns.

Food Safety

Always follow proper food safety guidelines. We are not responsible for food-borne illness or other health issues that may result from following our recipes.

Individual Results

Cooking results may vary based on ingredients, equipment, skill level, and environmental factors. We cannot guarantee specific outcomes from our recipes.

External Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these external websites.