GDPR & CCPA Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 07/12/2025

At What Cook Today, your trust matters. We are committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).


Information We Collect

When you interact with What Cook Today, we may collect the following:

Personal Identification Information (PII)
Such as your name, email address, or any other information you voluntarily provide—for example, when subscribing to our newsletter or contacting us via our form.

Usage Data
Includes your IP address, browser type, device information, the pages you view, how long you stay, and referral URLs.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience, understand engagement, and personalize content. Please review our Cookie Policy for full details.


How We Use Your Data

We collect and process your data for the following purposes:

  • To personalize your browsing experience and improve website functionality
  • To send you recipe updates, newsletters, and kitchen inspiration (with your consent)
  • To analyze website performance and usage
  • To fulfill legal obligations and support security measures
  • To support content promotion and community engagement strategies

Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:

  • Right to Access – Request a copy of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification – Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Right to Erasure – Request deletion of your personal data (subject to limitations)
  • Right to Restrict Processing – Request restricted use of your data
  • Right to Data Portability – Receive your data in a portable format
  • Right to Object – Object to specific types of data use, including marketing
  • Right to Withdraw Consent – Withdraw your consent at any time

To exercise your rights, please contact us at: [email protected]


Your Rights Under CCPA

If you are a resident of California, you have the right to:

  • Know what personal data we collect and how it is used
  • Delete your personal information, with certain exceptions
  • Opt-Out of the sale of personal data (we do not sell your information)
  • Non-Discrimination – You will not be penalized for exercising your privacy rights

To make a CCPA-related request, email us at: [email protected]


Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share it under limited circumstances:

  • With Service Providers – Trusted third parties who support our website operations (e.g., hosting, analytics, email delivery)
  • Legal Requirements – To comply with the law or protect site integrity
  • Business Transfers – If What Cook Today is part of a business transaction, your data may be included in the transfer

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide the services you request
  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
  • Resolve disputes and enforce site policies

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

  • Store user preferences
  • Improve site performance and navigation
  • Analyze traffic patterns and personalize content

You can adjust your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may limit certain site features.


Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data. However, no online system is completely secure. We encourage you to use caution when sharing personal information online.


Children’s Privacy

What Cook Today is not directed to children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe a child has submitted personal information, please contact us so we can delete it promptly.


Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Any changes will be posted on this page with the revised date. We encourage you to review it periodically.


Contact Us

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please reach out to:

📧 Email: [email protected]