Privacy Policy

At Feast Zone, we believe in cooking up trust alongside our recipes. Your privacy is as important to us as the perfect pinch of salt in a dish. This Privacy Policy ("Policy") explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [feastzone.com] (the "Site"), operated by Md Ashraf Ahmed ("us," "we," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your personal data in line with applicable laws, including but not limited to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for EU users and relevant local privacy regulations.

By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site. This Policy applies only to information collected through the Site and does not cover third-party sites linked from ours.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to enhance your experience, provide personalized content, and improve our services. Here's what we gather:

Personal Information You Provide:

• Contact Details: Email address when you subscribe to our newsletter, submit a comment, or contact us (e.g., via mdashrafahmed59@gmail.com).
• User-Generated Content: Comments, recipe submissions, or feedback you post, which may include your name or username.
• Communication Data: Information from emails or forms, such as inquiries about recipes or collaborations.

Automatically Collected Information:

• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, time and date of access, and referral sources via cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Cookies and Tracking: We use essential cookies for site functionality and optional ones for preferences and analytics. You can manage these via your browser settings.

Information from Third Parties:

• We may receive data from social media platforms (e.g., if you share a recipe via X or Facebook) or analytics providers, but only to the extent necessary for Site operations.

We do not collect sensitive personal data (e.g., health, racial, or financial information) unless voluntarily provided in comments (which we advise against for privacy reasons).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data thoughtfully, like selecting ingredients for a balanced meal:

• To Provide and Improve Services: Deliver newsletters with recipe updates, respond to comments, and feature user content (with your permission).
• Personalization: Tailor content recommendations based on your browsing history or preferences.
• Communication: Send updates, promotions, or replies to your inquiries. You can opt out anytime.
• Analytics and Insights: Understand Site performance, user trends, and recipe popularity to refine our content.
• Legal Compliance: Fulfill legal obligations, prevent fraud, or enforce our Terms and Conditions.

We process data based on your consent, contractual needs, or legitimate interests (e.g., improving user experience).

3. Sharing Your Information

We don't sell your data—it's not on the menu. We share it only when necessary:

• Service Providers: With trusted third parties like email platforms (e.g., Mailchimp) or analytics tools, bound by confidentiality.
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, subpoena, or to protect our rights/safety.
• Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may transfer to the new owner.
• With Your Consent: For features like public recipe shoutouts or collaborations.

No sharing with advertisers for targeted ads without explicit opt-in.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies help us remember your preferences, like a favorite spice blend. Types include:

• Essential: For basic Site functions (e.g., navigation).
• Analytics: To track visits anonymously (e.g., via Google Analytics).
• Preferences: To save settings like dark mode.

You can disable cookies in your browser, but this may limit Site features. We use tools like Google Analytics, which may collect anonymized data across sites. For details, see their privacy policies.

5. Data Security

We prioritize security like a well-locked spice cabinet. Data is stored on secure servers with encryption, firewalls, and access controls. However, no system is 100% impenetrable—we cannot guarantee absolute security, and you use the Site at your own risk. Report suspected breaches to us immediately.

6. Data Retention

We keep your data only as long as needed:

• Comments and submissions: Indefinitely, unless deleted by you or us.
• Newsletters: Until you unsubscribe.
• Analytics: Anonymized and aggregated for ongoing improvement.

You can request deletion at any time (see below).

7. Your Privacy Rights

Empowerment is key in the kitchen and here. Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

• Access: View your data.
• Rectification: Correct inaccuracies.
• Erasure: Delete your data ("right to be forgotten").
• Restriction/Objection: Limit processing or object to certain uses.
• Portability: Receive your data in a usable format.
• Withdraw Consent: For processing based on consent.

To exercise these, email mdashrafahmed59@gmail.com with your request. We'll respond within 30 days (or as required by law). For EU users, you can lodge complaints with your data protection authority.

8. Children's Privacy

Feast Zone is not intended for children under 13 (or 16 in some jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we discover such data, we'll delete it promptly. Parents/guardians: Contact us if you believe your child has provided information.

9. International Data Transfers

As a global feast, data may transfer across borders (e.g., to servers in the US). We ensure adequate safeguards, like standard contractual clauses, for any international moves.

10. Changes to This Policy

Recipes evolve, and so does this Policy. We'll post updates here with the "Last Updated" date. Significant changes will be emailed to subscribers. Continued use after changes means acceptance.

11. Contact Us

Questions, concerns, or a dash of feedback? We're all ears (and taste buds). Reach out at mdashrafahmed59@gmail.com.

Thank you for trusting Feast Zone with your digital appetite. Let's keep the conversation—and the cooking—going strong!