Privacy Policy

At Culinary Step, accessible from https://culinarystep.com, we are dedicated to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, and how we ensure your data is secure.

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

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: When you sign up for newsletters, leave comments, or contact us, we may collect your name, email address, and any other details you choose to provide.
Non-Personal Information: This includes browser type, IP address, time zone, and details about how you interact with our website (via cookies, analytics tools, etc.).

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used to:

Improve and personalize your experience on our website.
Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
Send newsletters, updates, or promotional emails (only if you have opted in).
Monitor website performance and analyze usage trends.
Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic.

Types of Cookies We Use:

Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality.
Performance Cookies: Help us optimize site functionality and performance.
Advertising Cookies: Deliver relevant ads and track marketing effectiveness.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may affect your experience on our site.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. However, we may share your data with trusted third-party service providers for purposes such as:

Website hosting and maintenance to ensure smooth operation.
Email delivery for newsletters or updates.
Analytics tools to track website performance and improve functionality.
Legal compliance to meet regulatory obligations.

These third parties are contractually required to protect your data and use it only for the agreed-upon purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. These include:

Secure servers for storing sensitive information.
Encrypted communications for data protection.
Regular security audits to detect vulnerabilities.

However, no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we encourage caution when sharing personal information online.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We do not control these external sites and are not responsible for their privacy policies or content. Please review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.

7. Your Rights

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

Right to Access: Request details about the personal data we hold about you.
Right to Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information.
Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of receiving promotional emails by following the unsubscribe link in our emails.

8. Children’s Privacy

Culinary Step does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us to have it removed.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or operational needs. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

10. Contact Us

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

📧 Email: [email protected]

Thank you for trusting Culinary Step with your privacy! 🍽✨