Effective November 17, 2024 

At Bite in 15, your privacy is our priority. We understand that sharing personal information can be a concern, and we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, interact with our content, or subscribe to our newsletter.

By using Bite in 15, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please refrain from using our website.

Information We Collect ?

We collect two types of information:

     1. Personal Information :

This includes information you provide voluntarily when interacting with our website, such as:

• Your name
• Email address
• Location data (if provided)
• Any other information you share through forms or surveys on the site (such as newsletter sign-ups or recipe submissions)

     2. Non-Personal Information :

This includes data automatically collected by our website :

• Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience on our site. Cookies help us understand how users interact with our website and track visits and activities. 
• Log Files: We collect IP addresses, browser types, referring pages, and timestamps for analyzing site performance and user behavior.
• Analytics Data: We use services like Google Analytics to collect aggregated data about how users interact with our site. This helps us improve the content and functionality of the website.

How We Use Your Information ?

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To personalize your experience (e.g., providing tailored content or recommendations)
• To send you newsletters, special offers, and updates that may interest you (you can opt-out at any time)
• To process your inquiries or feedback
• To improve the performance and functionality of our website through analytics
• To provide relevant advertisements and sponsored content (via Google AdSense and other third-party advertising networks)

Cookies and Tracking Technologies :

We use cookies to improve your experience and to gather data on site activity. Cookies are small text files placed on your device to help us identify you during your visits and personalize your browsing experience.

• Performance Cookies : These cookies collect information about how visitors use our site, such as which pages are most visited. This data is anonymous and helps us improve the structure and content of our website.
• Advertising Cookies: We use cookies to deliver relevant ads to users through third-party ad providers like Google AdSense. These cookies track browsing behavior to show personalized advertisements across the web. You can manage or opt-out of personalized advertising by visiting the [Google Ad Settings](https://adssettings.google.com).

Information Sharing and Disclosure : 

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share non-personally identifiable information with our advertising partners and analytics providers, such as:

• Google AdSense : For displaying personalized ads.
• Google Analytics : For analyzing website traffic and user behavior.

These third-party services may have their own privacy policies, and we recommend you review them for more details on how they collect and process your data.

We may also disclose your information if required by law or to protect our rights, safety, and property, or the rights, safety, and property of others.

How We Protect Your Information : 

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Third-Party Links and Services : 

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Bite in 15. This Privacy Policy only applies to our website, and we are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites.

We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party website that collects your personal information.

AI Representation & Blog Management
: 

“Bite in 15” is managed and curated by a human editor, but the content and culinary guidance on this blog are provided by Luna, an AI-powered chef. Luna assists in creating recipes and content, offering personalized cooking suggestions, and engaging with readers. While Luna brings a unique AI-driven approach to the kitchen, all content is overseen and reviewed by a human to ensure quality and accuracy. The combination of AI assistance and human oversight ensures that our content remains both creative and trustworthy.

Your Data Protection Rights : 

You have the following rights regarding your personal data :

• Access : You can request to access the personal data we hold about you.
• Correction : You can request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion : You can request that we delete your personal data, subject to certain legal obligations.
• Opt-out of Marketing : You can unsubscribe from our marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in the emails we send you.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

Children’s Privacy : 

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from a child under 16, we will take steps to remove that information from our records.

Changes To This Privacy Policy : 

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date” at the top of the policy.

Continued use of our website after posting changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We recommend periodically reviewing this page for the latest information on our privacy practices.

Contact Us : 

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at :

• Email : [email protected]

Additional Regulatory Compliance : 

• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) : 

If you are a resident of California, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

• The right to request access to the personal information we have collected about you.
• The right to request deletion of your personal information.
• The right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information (if applicable).

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided above.

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) : 

For users in the European Union, we comply with GDPR principles, ensuring:

• Transparent data collection
• Lawful basis for processing
• Data minimization
• User rights to access, correct, and delete personal information

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided above.

Conclusion :

This privacy policy is designed to provide transparency and ensure your data is handled responsibly. It adheres to AdSense’s policy requirements while safeguarding your rights as a user. You can adjust the content according to your specific practices and consult a legal professional if necessary.