Privacy Policy for TwinkleTaste
Effective Date: December 03, 2025
Welcome to TwinkleTaste (twinkletaste.com). 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 TwinkleTaste, you agree to the practices described below.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
TwinkleTaste is a personal food blog focused on sharing recipes and kitchen inspiration. The only personal information we collect is your email address when you voluntarily subscribe to our newsletter.
- Email Address: Collected when you sign up for our newsletter to receive updates, recipes, and food tips.
Non-Personal Information
We may automatically collect certain non-personal information about your visit, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Operating system
- Referring website
- Pages viewed and time spent on the site
This information is used to analyze trends, administer the site, and improve user experience. It does not personally identify you.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- Newsletter Delivery: To send you recipes, cooking tips, and updates if you have subscribed.
- Site Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and enhance the content and functionality of TwinkleTaste.
- Communication: To respond to your inquiries or feedback submitted via our Contact Page or email ([email protected]).
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
TwinkleTaste uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. They help us understand how visitors use our site and enable certain features.
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic site functionality.
- Performance Cookies: Help us analyze site traffic and usage patterns.
We do not use cookies for advertising, affiliate tracking, or third-party marketing purposes. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some site features.
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
TwinkleTaste does not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing or advertising purposes. We may disclose information only in the following circumstances:
- Legal Requirements: If required by law, regulation, or court order.
- Site Protection: To protect the rights, property, or safety of TwinkleTaste, our users, or others.
- Service Providers: We may use trusted third-party services (such as email newsletter platforms) to manage subscriptions. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the intended purpose.
5. Newsletter Subscription
When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address. You will receive periodic emails with recipes, kitchen tips, and updates. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any newsletter email or by contacting us at [email protected].
We do not send spam or share your email address with third parties.
6. Children’s Privacy
TwinkleTaste 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 at [email protected] so we can promptly remove it.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include secure servers, encryption, and regular site monitoring. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Your Rights and Choices
- Access: You may request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: You may request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: You may request deletion of your personal data (such as your email address) from our records.
- Unsubscribe: You may opt out of our newsletter at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected] or via our Contact Page.
9. Third-Party Links
TwinkleTaste may contain links to external websites for your convenience (such as social media or referenced sources). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
10. No Affiliate Services
TwinkleTaste does not participate in affiliate marketing programs or display affiliate links. We do not receive commissions or compensation from third-party products or services mentioned on the site.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Contact Page: twinkletaste.com/contact
13. 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 data we have collected about you, request deletion of your personal information, and opt out of the sale of your personal information (which TwinkleTaste does not do). To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
14. GDPR Notice for European Visitors
TwinkleTaste is primarily intended for a US audience. However, if you are visiting from the European Union, 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].
15. Acceptance of This Policy
By using TwinkleTaste, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our website. Continued use of the site following the posting of changes will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.
16. Summary
- We collect only your email address for newsletter subscriptions.
- We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information.
- We use cookies only for site functionality and analytics.
- You can unsubscribe or request deletion of your data at any time.
- Contact us for any privacy-related questions or requests.
Thank you for trusting TwinkleTaste with your information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing a safe, inspiring space for food lovers!