Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to https://baked-bbq-chicken-recipe.scoopstorm.com! We are committed to maintaining a transparent and secure online environment for our users. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle the personal information of visitors and users accessing our website, applications, services, and products (collectively referred to as ‘the Company’ or ‘we’). Our primary goal is to ensure your privacy and data protection in accordance with various global privacy laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
Quebec Law 25 on the protection of personal information in the private sector
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union
Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados Pessoais (LGPD) in Brazil
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), California, USA
Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), Colorado, USA
Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA), Utah, USA
Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA), Connecticut, USA
Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), Virginia, USA
Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), South Africa

Scope

This privacy policy applies to all aspects of our online presence, including:

Website and Applications: Our main website at https://baked-bbq-chicken-recipe.scoopstorm.com and any associated mobile or web applications developed by us.
Services and Products: All services and products offered through our platform, whether free or paid.
User Interactions: Any activities conducted by users while utilizing our website, apps, or services, including creating accounts, making purchases, leaving feedback, or communicating with our team.

Please note that this policy does not extend to third-party platforms, applications, products, or services accessed through links on our site. These external entities have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them before engaging with such services.

Processing Activities

This Privacy Policy outlines the ways in which we process personal data, including:

Account Management: When you create an account on our platform, we collect and store your account information, including your username, email address, and password hash.
Payment Information: We securely process payment details for purchases made through our services, using trusted third-party payment gateways.
Financial and Purchase Data: For billing and order fulfillment, we may collect financial information and details about the products or services you purchase from us.
Device and Location Data: We may access mobile device identifiers and location data to enhance your user experience, such as providing location-based content or personalization.
Feedback and Reviews: We welcome user feedback and reviews, which help us improve our services. This may include personal information you choose to share.
Social Media Interaction: If you interact with us on social media platforms, we may collect and store your social media account details and any information you voluntarily share.
Product Interest: We track user interest in our products and services to personalize content and improve our offerings.

Personal Data Collection

We gather various types of personal data to enhance your experience and deliver tailored services:

Account Information: This includes your name, email address, username, and password hash.
Payment Details: Credit card numbers, expiration dates, CVV codes, and billing addresses are securely stored for transaction processing.
Financial Data: We may collect banking information for direct payments or to facilitate refunds.
Purchase History: Records of products purchased, including quantities, prices, and order dates.
Mobile Device Identifiers (MDI): Unique device identifiers that help us recognize your device and provide personalized experiences.
Geolocation Data: Information about your location, which we may use to offer location-based services or content.
Feedback and Comments: Any text, images, or videos you voluntarily submit through surveys, reviews, or comments sections.
Social Media Profile Data: If you choose to log in using social media accounts, we access certain information from those platforms (with your permission).
Product Interaction Data: We track user engagement with our products and services to improve their performance and relevance.

We collect this data through various methods:

User input forms on our website or apps.
Automated technologies, such as cookies and similar tracking tools.
Third parties who provide us with aggregated or de-identified data for marketing, analytics, or other purposes (subject to their privacy policies).

Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience while using our services:

Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are essential for navigating our website and utilizing its core features. They enable basic functionalities like logging in and access to secure areas of the site.
Preference Cookies: We use these cookies to remember settings you’ve chosen, such as language preferences or display options.
Analytics Cookies: Our analytics partners set cookies to track user interactions and gather statistics about our website’s performance. These help us improve the user experience by providing insights into how visitors engage with our content.

Users have control over non-essential cookies through our Cookie Manager, where you can customize your cookie preferences.

Retention and Deletion

We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, plus an additional period to comply with legal obligations. Once the retention period expires or upon request for deletion:

We securely delete or anonymize the data to prevent re-identification.
You will no longer be able to access or use our services with your account.

Security Measures

We implement robust security measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction:

Encryption: We encrypt sensitive data during transmission and at rest using industry-standard encryption protocols.
Secure Third-Party Processing: We engage trusted third-party service providers who adhere to strict security standards to process data on our behalf.
Access Controls: Only authorized personnel have access to personal data, and they are bound by confidentiality obligations.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 18. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us, and we will take immediate steps to rectify the issue.

Your Rights

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

Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you and its use.
Rectification: Ask for corrections if your data is inaccurate or incomplete.
Erasure (Right to be Forgotten): Demand the deletion of your data in certain circumstances, such as when processing is no longer necessary.
Restriction: Limit the use or disclosure of your personal data under specific conditions.
Portability: Receive a copy of your data in a structured format for transfer to another controller.
Object (Right to Object): Oppose processing of your data based on legitimate interests, direct marketing, or for scientific/historical research.
Non-Discrimination: Be free from decisions based solely on automated processing, including profiling.

To exercise these rights, please contact our privacy team using the details provided below. We will respond to your requests in a timely manner and within applicable legal frameworks.

Changes to Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any modifications will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your personal data.

Contact Information

For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data:

Email: [email protected]
Mail: [Privacy Team Address] (Please note that sharing physical addresses is optional and for official correspondence only.)

We value your trust, and we are committed to handling your personal data with the utmost care and transparency.