Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to PurelyDish.com (“the Site”). PurelyDish is owned and operated by Emily Gohison. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection and use of your personal information and your privacy rights. If you have any questions about this policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at contact@purelydish.com.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

When you voluntarily provide information, we collect it to serve you better. This includes: Contact form submissions (name, email, message), Newsletter signups (email address), Recipe inquiries or feedback (any information you choose to share), and Account information (if you create an account, we collect login credentials and profile information).

Information Collected Automatically

Like most websites, we automatically collect certain information about your visit: Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited, time and date of visits), Device information (device type, operating system, screen resolution), Referral information (how you found us), and Cookie data (tracking information through cookies and similar technologies).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes: To deliver the services you request (send newsletters, respond to inquiries, provide recipe suggestions), To improve our site (understand how you use PurelyDish, optimize content and user experience), To communicate with you (send updates, respond to messages, provide customer support), To personalize your experience (remember preferences, provide relevant content), To ensure security (prevent fraud, protect against unauthorized access), and To comply with legal obligations (respond to legal requests, maintain records).

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

PurelyDish uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand how you use our site. We use: Essential cookies (required for basic site functionality), Analytics cookies (through Google Analytics to understand traffic patterns), Preference cookies (to remember your settings), and Marketing cookies (if applicable, to track interactions and personalize ads).

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when a cookie is being sent. However, blocking cookies may affect your ability to use certain features on our site.

5. Third-Party Services

PurelyDish uses third-party services to provide and improve our site:

Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to track site usage and understand visitor behavior. Google may use cookies to collect and analyze information. Visit Google’s Privacy Policy for more details. MailChimp (Email Marketing): If you subscribe to our newsletter, your email is stored with MailChimp. They handle email delivery and track opens/clicks for analytics. Contact Form 7: Your form submissions are processed through our secure contact system and stored in our database. Pinterest Integration: We link to our Pinterest profile. Pinterest may collect data about your interactions.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services. Please review their privacy policies independently.

6. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We only share your data with service providers who help us operate the site (as listed above) under strict confidentiality agreements. We may disclose information if required by law (legal request, subpoena, court order) or to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property. In the event of a business merger or acquisition, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change.

7. Your Privacy Rights (GDPR & CCPA)

If you are in the European Union (GDPR)

You have the right to: Access your data (request a copy of personal information we hold), Correct your data (request corrections to inaccurate information), Delete your data (request deletion of your information), Restrict processing (limit how we use your information), Data portability (receive your data in a portable format), Withdraw consent (opt-out of marketing emails or services), and Lodge a complaint (with your local data protection authority).

If you are in California (CCPA)

You have the right to: Know what personal information is collected, Know whether your personal information is sold or disclosed, Say no to the sale of personal information, Access your personal information, Request deletion of collected personal information, and Not be discriminated against for exercising your CCPA rights. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@purelydish.com.

8. How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Newsletter subscribers: We retain your email address until you unsubscribe. Contact form submissions: We keep messages to respond to your inquiries (typically 1-2 years unless longer retention is needed). Analytics data: Google Analytics data is typically retained for 26 months. Account information: Retained until you delete your account. If you wish to delete your data, please contact us at contact@purelydish.com.

9. Data Security

We take data security seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. We use: HTTPS encryption (secure connection for data transmission), Secure hosting (reputable hosting providers with security protocols), Regular backups (to prevent data loss), and Access controls (limiting who can access personal data).

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. If you have security concerns, please contact us at contact@purelydish.com.

10. Children’s Privacy

PurelyDish 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 information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information and terminate the child’s account. For parents or guardians concerned about a child’s information, please contact us at contact@purelydish.com. Parents have the right to review, request deletion of, or prevent further collection of their child’s information.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws than your home country. By using PurelyDish, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence for the purposes described in this privacy policy. We take appropriate measures to ensure that international transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of PurelyDish following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.