GDPR Compliance Policy – simplepanrecipes.com

Last Updated: April 03, 2026

1. Introduction

simplepanrecipes.com (“the Site”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all users in accordance with the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This policy explains the types of personal data we collect, how we use it, the legal basis for processing, and your rights under the GDPR. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at [email protected].

2. Types of Personal Data We Collect

We collect the following personal data when you interact with the Site:

Email addresses – provided when you sign up for newsletters, create an account, or request recipes.
Cookies and similar technologies – used to remember your preferences, track site usage, and deliver targeted content.
Analytics data – collected through Google Analytics and similar tools to understand how visitors use the Site, which helps us improve content and user experience.

3. How We Protect Your Data

We employ industry‑standard technical and organisational measures to safeguard your personal data:

SSL/TLS encryption – all data transmitted between your browser and our servers is encrypted.
Secure servers – hosted on reputable cloud platforms with physical and network security controls.
Access controls – only authorised staff have access to personal data, and all employees undergo data protection training.
Limited retention – personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Our processing activities are based on the following lawful bases:

Consent – you explicitly consent when you subscribe to newsletters, create an account, or accept cookies.
Legitimate interest – we process data to improve our services, personalise content, and comply with legal obligations.

5. Your GDPR Rights

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights with respect to your personal data. Each right is illustrated with an icon for quick reference.

Right to Access

You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you, along with information about how it is processed.

Right to Rectification

If any personal data is inaccurate or incomplete, you can request that we correct it.

Right to Erasure

You may ask us to delete your personal data, subject to legal retention obligations.

Right to Restrict Processing

You can request that we limit how we use your data, for example, if you contest its accuracy.

Right to Data Portability

Request a structured, machine‑readable copy of your data for transfer to another service.

Right to Object

You can object to certain types of processing, such as direct marketing or profiling.

Right to Withdraw Consent

At any time you may withdraw consent that you previously gave, and we will cease processing based on that consent.

6. How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of the rights listed above, please send a written request to [email protected] with the following details:

Your full name and contact details.
A clear statement of the right you are exercising (e.g., “Right to Access”).
Any relevant information that will help us identify your data (e.g., email address, account ID).

We will respond to your request within 30 days of receiving it. If you need a more urgent response, please indicate the urgency in your email subject line.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, to comply with legal obligations, or to resolve disputes. Typical retention periods are:

Email addresses: up to 3 years after the last interaction, unless you request deletion sooner.
Cookies: session cookies are deleted when you close your browser; persistent cookies are retained for up to 12 months unless you opt‑out.
Analytics data: anonymised aggregated data is retained for up to 6 months to analyse trends.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this policy, wish to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority, or need further information about our data processing activities, please contact us at:

simplepanrecipes.com – GDPR Office
Email: [email protected]