Privacy Policy

Who we are

Stew & Spice (“we,” “us,” “our”) is a recipe website. You can reach us via our contact page or at [email protected]. This policy applies to stewandspice.com.

Information we collect

Information you provide

• Contact forms (name, email, message content) when you reach out.
• Comments you leave on posts (name, email, comment text). Your IP and browser user agent may be captured to help spam detection.
• Email subscriptions (name and/or email) if you opt in to a newsletter.

Information collected automatically

• Usage data (pages viewed, links clicked, approximate location, device/browser) via analytics.
• Cookies & similar tech to remember preferences, improve the site, measure performance, and support features like printing recipe cards. See our Cookie Policy.
• Embedded content (e.g., videos, social posts) may behave as if you visited the third-party site and can set their own cookies.

How we use your information

• To respond to messages and provide support.
• To publish and moderate comments (including spam prevention).
• To send optional newsletters you requested (you can unsubscribe anytime).
• To analyze traffic and improve site content and performance.
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce site policies.

GDPR legal bases: consent (Art. 6(1)(a)), performance of a contract (Art. 6(1)(b)) for requested communications, legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f)) for analytics, security, and site operations, and legal obligations (Art. 6(1)(c)).

When we share information

We do not sell personal information. We may share limited data with service providers who help us operate the site (e.g., analytics, email delivery, content delivery/spam protection). These providers process data on our instructions and under appropriate safeguards.

We may disclose information if required by law, to protect our rights, or in connection with a merger or transfer of site assets.

Cookies & analytics

We use cookies to operate features, remember preferences, measure performance, and understand readership. For details, including how to manage consent and disable non-essential cookies, see our Cookie Policy.

We use privacy-respecting analytics to understand aggregate usage (pages visited, referrers, device types). IP addresses may be truncated or anonymized where supported.

Advertising & affiliate links

From time to time, posts may contain affiliate links to products we use or recommend. If you click and purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Any such links will not change the price you pay and help keep our content free.

If we run display advertising, our ad partners (e.g., Ezoic/Google Ad Manager) may set cookies or similar technologies to deliver and measure ads subject to your consent and local laws. See the Cookie Policy for controls.

Comments & user content

When visitors leave comments, we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP and browser user agent string to help spam detection. An anonymized string created from your email address (a “hash”) may be provided to a Gravatar service to show a profile image if you use it. After approval, your comment and name are publicly visible.

Email & newsletters

If you subscribe, we’ll send occasional updates. You can opt out at any time via the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us at [email protected].

Your privacy rights

EU/UK residents

You may request access, correction, deletion, restriction, or portability of your personal data, and object to processing where applicable. Where we rely on consent, you can withdraw it at any time.

California residents (CPRA/CCPA)

You may have the right to know, correct, and delete certain personal information, and to opt out of “selling” or “sharing” (as defined by law) for cross-context behavioral advertising. We do not sell personal information. To exercise rights, contact us at [email protected].

We will verify requests and respond within the time required by law. You will not be discriminated against for exercising your rights.

Children’s privacy

Our site is intended for a general audience and is 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, please contact us so we can delete it.

Data retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Comments may be kept to maintain discussion history unless you request removal.

How we protect information

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures designed to protect personal information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

International transfers

We are based in the United States. If you access the site from outside the U.S., your information may be processed in countries that may have different data protection laws than your country. Where required, we implement appropriate safeguards.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We’ll post the new effective date at the top of this page. Material changes may be highlighted for a reasonable period.

How to contact us

For questions, requests, or concerns about this policy, contact:

• Email: [email protected]
• Contact page: /contact/
• Cookie preferences: see Cookie Policy

Data Controller: Stew & Spice