Last Updated: July 20, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how SavorySpiral.com (“Savory Spiral,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you visit or interact with our website at https://savoryspiral.com (the “Site”). It also explains the choices and rights you may have under applicable laws (including the EU/UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), and other privacy regulations where relevant).

Summary (Quick Read): We collect minimal personal data—primarily what you voluntarily provide (like your name and email when subscribing or commenting) plus standard log and analytics data. We use it to operate the Site, send optional communications, improve content, and comply with legal obligations. We never sell personal data. You can unsubscribe from emails at any time and may exercise regional rights (access, deletion, etc.) by contacting us at contact@savoryspiral.com.

1. Scope

This Policy applies to personal information processed through the Site and any related email newsletters, recipe downloads, or community interactions we host. It does not cover third‑party websites we link to (e.g., affiliate partners, ad networks, or embedded social media platforms). Those sites have their own policies.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use the Site, we (or authorized third parties) may automatically collect:

• Log Data: IP address (often truncated or anonymized), browser type/version, operating system, referring/exit pages, date/time stamps, pages viewed, error logs.
• Device & Usage Data: Screen resolution, device type, approximate geolocation (city/region derived from IP), session duration, scroll/click events.
• Cookie & Tracking Data: See our Cookie Policy for detailed descriptions of cookies, analytics, and similar technologies used.

2.3 Third‑Party Sources

We may receive limited information (e.g., aggregate analytics reports, affiliate commission IDs) from service providers (e.g., analytics platforms, email service providers, affiliate networks).

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data (e.g., health, racial/ethnic origin, precise geolocation) nor do we perform automated decision making that produces legal or similarly significant effects.

3. Legal Bases for Processing (EEA/UK Visitors)

Where GDPR/UK GDPR applies, we rely on the following bases:

4. How We Use Information

• Provide, operate, optimize, and maintain the Site and its features.
• Publish and moderate user comments (if enabled) and prevent spam/abuse.
• Send newsletters or recipe updates you have subscribed to (with opt‑out link in each email).
• Analyze aggregate usage patterns to improve content strategy (e.g., which cuisines readers prefer).
• Personalize features (e.g., remembering measurement units, saving favorites) where supported.
• Administer promotions or surveys.
• Detect, investigate, and prevent security incidents or fraudulent activities.
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

We do not sell personal information for monetary consideration. We may engage in limited “sharing” as defined under some U.S. state laws (e.g., for cross‑context behavioral advertising) only if/when we adopt such advertising technologies—currently, behavioral ad sharing is not implemented.

5. Disclosure of Information

We disclose personal information only to:

Each provider is limited to using the data for contracted services and must implement appropriate safeguards.

6. International Data Transfers

If you access the Site from the EEA/UK or other regions with data protection laws, your information may be transferred to servers located in the United States or other jurisdictions. When required, we use approved safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) or rely on adequacy decisions. You may request details of such safeguards by contacting us.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described or as required by law:

Where feasible, we anonymize or aggregate data once it is no longer needed in identifiable form.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

• Access / Know what personal data we hold.
• Correct / Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Delete / Erase personal data (subject to legal exceptions).
• Portability receive a structured, machine‑readable copy of certain data you provided.
• Restrict or Object to certain processing (e.g., analytics) or withdraw consent.
• Opt Out of Marketing emails and (if implemented) targeted advertising cookies.
• Non‑Discrimination (CCPA/CPRA) for exercising your rights.

Exercising Rights

Email contact@savoryspiral.com with the subject line: “Privacy Request” and describe your request. We may need to verify identity (e.g., confirming the email address used to subscribe). Authorized agents (California) must provide written permission signed by the consumer or proof of power of attorney.

Appeals (Certain U.S. States)

If you reside in a jurisdiction providing an appeal right (e.g., Colorado, Virginia), you may appeal a decision by replying to our response within 30 days referencing “Appeal.” If unresolved, you may contact your state attorney general.

9. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under 16 (or the minimum age of digital consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided data, contact us and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

10. Security

We employ reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures appropriate to the risk (e.g., secure hosting environment, access controls, TLS encryption in transit, limited personnel access). However, no online transmission or storage system is 100% secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Third‑Party Links & Embedded Content

Recipes may include links to external sites (e.g., ingredient sources, affiliate programs) and embedded widgets (e.g., Pinterest, Instagram). Interactions with those features are governed by their privacy notices. Disable third‑party scripts or adjust browser privacy settings if you prefer less tracking.

12. Email Communications

If you opt in, we send curated recipe newsletters, seasonal cooking tips, or promotional updates. Each email includes an unsubscribe link. We may retain minimal data (email address, unsubscribed status) to honor opt‑outs.

13. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

See our Cookie Policy for detailed information about the cookies and similar technologies we use and how to manage your preferences.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top. Material changes may be announced via a notice on the Site or email (if you’ve subscribed). Your continued use constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

15. Contact Us

Savory Spiral
155 N 1st Ave, Hillsboro, OR 97124
Email: contact@savoryspiral.com
Subject Line: “Privacy Inquiry”

If you are in the EEA/UK and believe we have not addressed your concerns, you may lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority.