Privacy Policy – GFree Desserts

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Information I Collect

When you visit GFree Desserts, here’s what information I might collect and why:

Information You Give Me Directly

• Email Newsletter Signup: Your email address and first name (if you choose to share it) when you subscribe to my recipe updates
• Recipe Comments: Your name, email, and comment when you share feedback on recipes
• Contact Form: Whatever information you choose to share when you email me questions or feedback
• Recipe Reviews: Your name, email, and review text when you rate and review recipes
• Beta Testing Signup: Contact info if you volunteer to test new recipes before they’re published

Information Collected Automatically

• Website Analytics: Basic info like which pages you visit, how long you stay, and where you’re located (general area, not your exact address)
• Device Information: What type of device and browser you’re using (helps me make sure recipes display correctly)
• Cookies: Small files that remember your preferences (like if you prefer metric measurements)

How I Use Your Information

I’m pretty simple in how I use your data – everything centers around making your GFree Desserts experience better:

Email Communications

• Recipe Updates: Sending you new gluten-free dessert recipes (usually 1-2 times per week)
• Personal Responses: Answering your questions about recipes, ingredients, or gluten-free baking
• Beta Testing: Inviting you to try new recipes before I publish them (only if you’ve opted in)
• Important Updates: Letting you know about major recipe corrections or website changes

Website Improvement

• Content Planning: Understanding which recipes are most popular so I can create similar content
• Technical Issues: Identifying and fixing problems with the website
• User Experience: Making the site easier to navigate and search

Data Protection & Security

• SSL Encryption: All data transmission between your browser and my website is encrypted
• Secure Hosting: Website hosted on secure servers with regular security updates
• Limited Access: Only I (Rachel) have access to your personal information – no employees or third parties
• Regular Backups: Your data is backed up securely to prevent loss
• No Selling: I never, ever sell or rent your information to anyone. Period.

Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA Compliant)

You have complete control over your information. Here’s what you can do:

Access Your Data

Want to see what information I have about you? Just email me at [email protected] with “Data Request” in the subject line, and I’ll send you everything within 30 days.

Correct Your Information

If any of your information is wrong or outdated, let me know and I’ll fix it immediately.

Delete Your Data

Want me to delete all your information? No problem. Email me with “Delete My Data” in the subject line. I’ll remove everything within 30 days, except what’s legally required for record-keeping.

Unsubscribe

Every email I send has an unsubscribe link at the bottom. Click it, and you’re off the list immediately. Or just reply to any email and tell me to remove you – I handle unsubscribe requests personally.

Restrict Processing

Want me to stop using your data for certain purposes? I can do that. Just let me know what you’d prefer.

Cookies & Tracking

I use cookies to make your experience better, not to be creepy. Here’s what they do:

Essential Cookies

• Website Function: Remember your measurement preferences (cups vs. grams)
• Shopping Lists: Keep track of ingredients you’ve added to your list
• Comment Forms: Remember your name and email so you don’t have to type them repeatedly

Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics)

• Popular Content: Show me which recipes get the most views and saves
• User Behavior: Help me understand how people navigate the site
• Technical Issues: Identify problems like slow-loading pages

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some website features might not work as smoothly.

Third-Party Services

I work with a few trusted companies to make GFree Desserts better:

Email Service (ConvertKit)

What they do: Handle email newsletter delivery and management
Data shared: Email addresses and names of newsletter subscribers
Their privacy policy: convertkit.com/privacy

Website Analytics (Google Analytics)

What they do: Provide website traffic and user behavior data
Data shared: Anonymous website usage information
Their privacy policy: policies.google.com/privacy

Website Hosting (SiteGround)

What they do: Host and maintain the GFree Desserts website
Data shared: Website files and basic server logs
Their privacy policy: siteground.com/privacy

Children’s Privacy

If you’re a parent and discover your child has shared information with me, please contact me immediately at [email protected] and I’ll delete it right away.

International Visitors

GFree Desserts welcomes visitors from around the world! However, the website is hosted in the United States, and your information may be stored on US servers. By using the site, you consent to this data transfer.

If you’re visiting from the European Union, you have additional rights under GDPR, which I fully respect and comply with.

Changes to This Policy

If I need to update this privacy policy, I’ll:

• Post the new version on this page with a new “Last Updated” date
• Email newsletter subscribers about significant changes
• Give you at least 30 days notice before major changes take effect

Contact for Privacy Concerns