Privacy Policy for FlurpChef.com
Effective Date: December 01, 2025
Introduction
Welcome to FlurpChef.com (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “the Site”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter, or interact with our content. By using FlurpChef.com, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Who We Are
FlurpChef.com is a personal food blog created and managed by Jamie, dedicated to sharing recipes, kitchen tips, and food stories for home cooks and food lovers across the United States. Our mission is to inspire simple, delicious meals for busy families and individuals.
Information We Collect
We collect information to provide you with a better experience and to keep you updated with our latest recipes and tips. The types of information we collect include:
- Personal Information: When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address. We do not collect names, addresses, phone numbers, or other personal identifiers unless you voluntarily provide them via our contact form.
- Non-Personal Information: We may collect non-personal information such as browser type, device type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages viewed. This information is collected through cookies and analytics tools to help us improve site performance and user experience.
How We Use Your Information
- Newsletter Subscription: Your email address is used solely to send you our weekly newsletter, recipe updates, kitchen tips, and occasional announcements. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in every email.
- Site Improvement: Non-personal information helps us analyze trends, administer the site, and improve our content and layout.
- Communication: If you contact us via our Contact Page or email ([email protected]), we use your information to respond to your inquiries.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
FlurpChef.com uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. They help us:
- Remember your preferences
- Understand how visitors use our site
- Improve site functionality and performance
We do not use cookies for advertising or affiliate tracking. You can control cookie settings through your browser. Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our site.
Third-Party Services
We use third-party services to manage our newsletter and analyze website traffic. These services may collect non-personal information as described above. We do not share your personal information with third parties for marketing or advertising purposes.
- Email Newsletter: Our newsletter is managed through a reputable email service provider that complies with privacy and security standards. Your email address is stored securely and is not shared or sold.
- Analytics: We use Google Analytics or similar tools to understand visitor behavior. These tools may collect anonymized data such as IP address, device type, and browsing patterns. This data is used only for site improvement and is not linked to your personal identity.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our website uses secure protocols (HTTPS) and our newsletter provider employs industry-standard security practices. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights and Choices
- Unsubscribe: You may unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or by contacting us at [email protected].
- Access and Correction: You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us via our Contact Page or email.
- Do Not Track: FlurpChef.com does not respond to “Do Not Track” signals from browsers.
Children’s Privacy
FlurpChef.com is intended for a general audience and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately so we can remove it.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you, as well as the right to request deletion of your personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected] or via our Contact Page.
- We do not sell your personal information.
- We do not share your personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.
GDPR Notice (European Visitors)
FlurpChef.com is primarily intended for U.S. audiences. If you are visiting from the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
Data Retention
We retain your email address for as long as you are subscribed to our newsletter. If you unsubscribe, your email address is promptly deleted from our mailing list. Non-personal data collected via cookies and analytics is retained only as long as necessary for site improvement and analytics purposes.
Links to Other Websites
Our site may contain links to external websites, such as social media platforms or other food blogs. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The effective date will be updated accordingly. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact Jamie at:
- Email: [email protected]
- Contact Page: /contact
Summary
At FlurpChef.com, your privacy matters. We collect only the information necessary to provide you with delicious recipes and helpful kitchen tips. We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information. You are always in control of your data and can unsubscribe or request deletion at any time.
Thank you for trusting FlurpChef.com with your information and for being part of our food-loving community!