Last updated: July 1, 2025
This General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) Policy explains how HomeCookingStyle.com (“Site,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) processes the personal data of individuals located in the European Economic Area (“EEA”), the United Kingdom (“UK”), and Switzerland (collectively, “European Users”).
1. Who Is the Data Controller?
HomeCookingStyle.com
155 N 1st Ave, Hillsboro, OR 97124, USA
Email: contact@homecookingstyle.com
2. What Personal Data Do We Collect?
| Category | Examples | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Identity & Contact | Name, email address, social-media handle | Directly from you (e.g., comment or newsletter signup) |
| Technical | IP address, browser type, device ID, referral URL | Automated via cookies/logs |
| Usage | Pages viewed, time on page, clicks, scroll depth | Google Analytics, server logs |
| Marketing Preferences | Opt-in/opt-out status | Directly from you |
We do not intentionally collect “special categories” of personal data (e.g., health, religious beliefs).
3. Legal Bases for Processing
| Purpose | Legal Basis (Art. 6 GDPR) |
|---|---|
| Operating & securing the Site | Legitimate Interest (Art. 6 (1)(f)) |
| Sending newsletters or promotional emails | Consent (Art. 6 (1)(a)) |
| Responding to inquiries or comments | Contractual Necessity (Art. 6 (1)(b)) |
| Complying with legal obligations (e.g., tax records) | Legal Obligation (Art. 6 (1)(c)) |
You may withdraw consent at any time by clicking “unsubscribe” in emails or emailing us.
4. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described above or as required by law:
Newsletter subscribers: until you unsubscribe.
Comments & account data: while the comment/post remains published plus up to 2 years.
Analytics logs: up to 26 months (Google Analytics default) unless aggregated or anonymized sooner.
5. International Transfers
Your data may be processed in the United States, which may not provide the same level of protection as the EEA/UK. We rely on Standard Contractual Clauses and other safeguards (e.g., privacy-enhanced IP masking) for such transfers.
6. Your Rights (EEA/UK)
You have the right to:
Access – obtain a copy of your personal data.
Rectify – correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Erase – request deletion (“right to be forgotten”).
Restrict – limit processing in certain cases.
Portability – receive data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Object – oppose processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing.
Withdraw Consent – at any time, without affecting prior lawful processing.
Lodge a Complaint – with your local supervisory authority.
To exercise your rights, email contact@homecookingstyle.com with “GDPR Request” in the subject line. We will respond within 30 days (extendable by 60 days for complex requests).
7. Security Measures
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures, including:
HTTPS encryption
Regular software updates and security patches
Limited staff access to personal data
Two-factor authentication for admin accounts
No internet transmission or storage system can be guaranteed 100 % secure.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 16 without verifiable parental consent. If you believe a child has provided data, please contact us for deletion.
9. Cookies & Similar Technologies
We use cookies for analytics, functionality, and marketing. For details, see our Cookie Policy. European Users can manage consent via our cookie banner or browser settings.
10. Changes to This GDPR Policy
We may update this Policy to reflect legal, technical, or business developments. The “Last updated” date indicates the latest revision. Material changes will be highlighted via a Site notice or email.
11. Contact Us
For questions about this Policy or our data-protection practices:
Email: contact@homecookingstyle.com
Address: 155 N 1st Ave, Hillsboro, OR 97124, USA
