Last Updated on 31-07-2025

Yumpedia ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use https://www.yumpedia.com (the “Site”).

If you are located in the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), or California, specific rights may apply to you. Please review this policy carefully.

1. Who We Are

Yumpedia is an online platform offering free cooking recipes, tips, and user-submitted content. For the purposes of GDPR, Yumpedia is the “data controller” of your personal data.

2. What Data We Collect

a. Personal Data You Provide

• Name or username

• Email address

• Comments, recipes, or other user-generated content

• Newsletter sign-up data (via Mailchimp or similar)

b. Data Collected Automatically

When you browse the Site, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Browser and device type

• Language settings

• Referral source

• Pages viewed and duration

• Cookies and similar tracking data

c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, gather analytics, and remember your preferences.

Types of cookies used:

• Essential cookies – required for basic functionality

• Analytics cookies – e.g., Google Analytics

• Marketing cookies – only if consented

You can opt in/out of non-essential cookies using the cookie banner on our site.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your information to:

• Provide, operate, and improve the Site

• Personalize your experience

• Respond to inquiries and user content

• Send newsletters (if subscribed)

• Analyze user behavior and traffic trends

• Ensure website security and prevent abuse

4. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

We process your data under the following legal bases:

• Consent (e.g., for email subscriptions, cookies)

• Performance of a contract (e.g., user account services)

• Legal obligation (e.g., complying with regulations)

• Legitimate interests (e.g., improving website functionality)

You can withdraw your consent at any time.

5. Sharing Your Data

We never sell your personal data. We may share it with:

• Service providers (e.g., web hosting, analytics, email services like Mailchimp)

• Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics – anonymized IP tracking enabled)

• Legal or regulatory authorities, when required

All vendors are required to comply with data protection laws and only process data on our instructions.

6. International Transfers

If you're located in the EU/EEA, your data may be transferred to countries outside of Europe (e.g., the U.S.). We ensure that such transfers are protected through:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)

• Vendor participation in frameworks like EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (if applicable)

7. Your Rights (Under GDPR & CCPA)

If you are located in the EU/EEA, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request correction or deletion

• Object to processing

• Request data portability

• Withdraw consent

• Lodge a complaint with a Data Protection Authority (DPA)

California residents may request:

• Access to personal data collected in the past 12 months

• Deletion of personal data

• Opt-out of “sale” (Note: we do not sell personal data)

8. Newsletter and Email Marketing

If you sign up for our newsletter (via Mailchimp or similar provider), we will use your email to send recipe updates and occasional promotions.

You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in the email or by contacting us.

9. Data Retention

We keep your data only as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected, or to meet legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

User-submitted content may remain publicly visible unless deleted by request.

10. Security

We use industry-standard measures (e.g., HTTPS encryption, secure servers, limited access) to protect your data. However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies separately.

12. Children's Privacy

Yumpedia is not intended for children under 13 (or 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we learn we have inadvertently collected such data, we will delete it immediately.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date will always be shown at the top. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

Questions or concerns? Contact us at here