Effective Date: October 24, 2025
Last Updated: October 24, 2025
Look, Nobody Loves Reading Privacy Policies
I get it—privacy policies are boring legal stuff. But your trust matters to me, so I want to be completely transparent about what information I collect, why I collect it, and how I protect it. I’ve tried to write this in actual English instead of legal jargon. If anything’s confusing, just email me at [email protected] and I’ll explain it better.
Information I Collect (And Why)
When you sign up for my newsletter:
- Your email address – So I can send you new recipes, cooking tips, and kitchen stories
- Your first name (optional) – So I can greet you personally instead of “Hey you”
- Sign-up date – To track when you joined our community
When you comment on recipes or posts:
- Your name – So others know who’s sharing their experience
- Your email address – To notify you of replies and prevent spam comments
- Your website URL (optional) – If you want to link back to your own site
- IP address – For spam prevention only
When you visit the website:
- Basic browsing data – Pages you visit, time spent, device type (through Google Analytics)
- Cookie preferences – To remember your choices and improve your experience
- Location data (general) – Only country/region level, never precise location
What I DON’T collect:
- Credit card info (I don’t sell anything yet)
- Precise GPS location
- Private messages or emails you send elsewhere
- Information about other websites you visit
- Social security numbers or financial data
How I Use Your Information
To send you the content you signed up for:
- Weekly recipe emails (if you subscribed)
- Responses to your comments and questions
- Updates when I post new seasonal content
To make the website better:
- Understanding which recipes are most popular
- Seeing what content you actually read vs. skip
- Fixing broken links or confusing navigation
- Improving mobile experience based on device usage
To keep the community safe:
- Preventing spam comments and fake accounts
- Blocking malicious activity
- Ensuring real people are engaging
What I DON’T do with your information:
- Sell it to anyone, ever (seriously, never)
- Spam you with daily emails (I barely send weekly ones)
- Share your email with other companies without permission
- Use it for anything sketchy or creepy
Data Protection & Security
Here’s how I keep your information safe:
Technical measures:
- SSL encryption on the entire website (that’s the padlock in your browser)
- Secure, password-protected databases
- Regular security updates and monitoring
- Limited access (basically just me and essential service providers)
Third-party services I trust:
- Email provider: [Your email service provider – e.g., ConvertKit, Mailchimp]
- Analytics: Google Analytics (anonymized IP addresses)
- Hosting: [Your hosting provider]
- Comment management: [Your comment system]
All these services have their own strong privacy policies and security measures.
But let’s be honest:
No system is 100% secure. I do everything possible to protect your data, but I can’t guarantee absolute security. If there’s ever a data breach, I’ll notify you immediately.
Your Rights (Seriously, You’re In Control)
You can:
- Access your data – Request a copy of everything I have about you
- Correct your data – Update wrong information anytime
- Delete your data – Ask me to remove your information completely
- Unsubscribe – Stop receiving emails instantly (link at bottom of every email)
- Object to processing – Tell me to stop using your data for specific purposes
- Export your data – Get your information in a portable format
How to exercise these rights:
Email me at [email protected] with your request. I’ll respond within 30 days (usually much faster). You’ll need to verify your identity first—just to make sure I’m not giving your data to some random person.
GDPR Compliance (For My EU Friends)
If you’re in the European Union, you have additional protections under GDPR:
Legal basis for processing:
- Consent – You signed up for my newsletter voluntarily
- Legitimate interests – Analytics to improve the website
- Legal obligations – Complying with applicable laws
Your additional GDPR rights:
- Right to data portability
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to object to automated decision-making (I don’t do this anyway)
- Right to lodge a complaint with your supervisory authority
Data retention:
- Newsletter subscriber data: Until you unsubscribe
- Comment data: As long as the post exists (unless you request deletion)
- Analytics data: 26 months, then automatically deleted
CCPA Compliance (For My California Friends)
If you’re a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:
Your CCPA rights:
- Know what personal information I collect
- Know if I sell or disclose your information (I don’t sell it)
- Opt-out of any sales (not applicable—I don’t sell data)
- Request deletion of your information
- Non-discrimination for exercising your rights
How to exercise CCPA rights:
Email [email protected] with “CCPA Request” in the subject line. I’ll verify your identity and respond within 45 days.
Cookies & Tracking (The Crumb Trail)
What are cookies?
Tiny files stored on your device that remember your preferences and help me understand how you use the site.
Cookies I use:
Essential cookies (required):
- Remember your cookie consent choice
- Keep you logged in if you have an account
- Maintain your preferences during your visit
Analytics cookies (optional):
- Google Analytics – Understand visitor behavior anonymously
- Track which recipes are most popular
- See how you found my site
Marketing cookies (optional):
- Remember you if you click an affiliate link
- Track Pinterest/Instagram referrals
- Personalize content based on your interests
How to control cookies:
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features might not work properly. Most browsers let you block third-party cookies while keeping essential ones.
Third-Party Services & Links
Services I use that may access your data:
Email marketing: [ConvertKit/Mailchimp/etc.]
Purpose: Send newsletters and manage subscriptions
Their privacy policy: [Link to their policy]
Google Analytics
Purpose: Understand website traffic and behavior
Their privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Social media embeds: Pinterest, Instagram
Purpose: Display social content and enable sharing
Note: When you view embedded content, those platforms may track you
Affiliate networks: [Amazon Associates, ShareASale, etc.]
Purpose: Earn commission if you purchase recommended products
Note: Clicking affiliate links may place cookies on your device
External links:
My site includes links to other websites (recipe sources, product recommendations, etc.). I’m not responsible for their privacy practices. When you leave NessyRecipes.com, their policies apply.
Children’s Privacy
Nessy Recipes is intended for adults and teens with parental supervision. I don’t knowingly collect information from children under 13.
If you’re a parent and discover your child provided personal information without permission, email me at [email protected] and I’ll delete it immediately.
International Data Transfers
I’m based in New York, USA. If you’re accessing my site from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the US where data protection laws may differ from your country.
By using Nessy Recipes, you consent to this transfer. I use appropriate safeguards to protect your information regardless of where it’s processed.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
I’ll update this policy occasionally as the site grows or laws change. When I do:
- I’ll update the “Last Updated” date at the top
- Major changes will be announced in my newsletter
- Continued use of the site means you accept the updated policy
I’ll never make changes that significantly reduce your rights without explicit consent.
Contact Me About Privacy
For privacy questions, concerns, or requests:
Email: [email protected]
Response time: Usually within 48 hours
For general questions:
Email: [email protected]
Mailing address (for formal legal notices):
Nessy Chiamo
Nessy Recipes
New York, NY [ZIP]
I genuinely care about your privacy. If something in this policy worries you or seems unclear, please reach out. I’d rather clarify now than have you feel uncomfortable later.
