Privacy Policy
Last Updated: May 17, 2026
Introduction
Welcome to RecipesNexus ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and share your information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding data collection when you visit recipesnexus.com (the "Site").
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
When you use our Site, you may provide us with:
- Account Information: If you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and password
- Recipe Content: Recipes, images, and other content you choose to publish
- Contact Information: Email address or other information when you contact us
- Comments and Feedback: Any comments, ratings, or feedback you provide
Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect certain information when you visit our Site:
- Analytics Data: We use Google Analytics 4 to collect information about your visit, including pages viewed, time on site, browser type, device type, and referring website
- Cookies: Small text files stored on your device to remember your preferences and track site usage
- IP Address: Your device's Internet Protocol address for security and analytics purposes
- Usage Information: How you interact with our Site, including clicks, scrolls, and navigation patterns
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Provide Services: To display recipes, manage your account, and enable recipe publishing
- Improve Experience: To understand how users interact with our Site and improve functionality
- Analytics: To measure site traffic, user engagement, and content performance
- Communication: To respond to your inquiries and send important updates about our services
- Security: To protect against fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
Recipe Reviews and Ratings
Our Site allows users to submit reviews and ratings for recipes. This section explains how we collect and use review data.
Information Collected
When you submit a review, we collect:
- Review Content: Your star rating (1-5), written comments, and optional photos
- Reviewer Identity: Your name and email address
- Verification Data: Email verification tokens for guest reviews
- Technical Data: IP address for spam prevention and duplicate detection
- FTC Compliance: Disclosure if review was incentivized
- Modification Notes: Whether you made changes to the recipe
How We Use Review Data
- Public Display: Your name and review content are displayed publicly on recipe pages
- Email Verification: Guest reviewers receive a one-time verification email to confirm identity before publishing. Registered users' reviews are auto-approved
- Spam Prevention: IP addresses are used to prevent duplicate reviews and detect spam
- Quality Control: Reviews may be moderated for inappropriate content
Email Communications
When you submit a guest review, we send:
- One-time verification email: Required to verify your email address before publishing
- Emails are sent from [email protected] via trusted email service providers
- We do NOT send marketing emails or add you to mailing lists
- Your email address is stored but never displayed publicly
Your Review Rights
- Edit Reviews: Contact us to update your review content
- Delete Reviews: Request deletion by emailing [email protected]
- Report Reviews: Flag inappropriate reviews using the report button
- Mark Helpful: Vote tracking uses your IP address
Review Data Retention
- Approved reviews are retained indefinitely unless you request deletion
- Pending reviews (unverified) are deleted after 30 days
- Deleted reviews are marked as deleted in our database but retained for audit purposes
- IP addresses are retained for 12 months for spam prevention
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors use our Site. Google Analytics collects information such as:
- Pages you visit and time spent on each page
- How you arrived at our Site (search engine, direct link, social media, etc.)
- Your device type, browser, and operating system
- Your general geographic location (country, city)
- User interactions with recipe content (views, scrolls, engagement)
Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies. The information collected is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. Google may use this data to provide analytics services to us.
Opt-Out: You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Advertising
We may display advertisements on our Site through third-party advertising networks such as Google AdSense. These ad networks may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Deliver relevant advertisements based on your interests
- Measure ad performance and engagement
- Prevent fraudulent activity
Third-party advertisers may collect information about your visits to our Site and other websites to provide targeted advertisements. We do not control the data collection practices of these third parties.
Manage Ad Preferences: You can manage your Google ad preferences at Google Ads Settings.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the Site to function properly (e.g., authentication, security)
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use the Site (Google Analytics)
- Advertising Cookies: Used by third-party ad networks to deliver relevant ads
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the Site.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: Third-party companies that help us operate our Site (e.g., hosting, analytics, payment processing)
- Advertising Partners: Ad networks that display advertisements on our Site
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, safety, or that of our users
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Secure HTTPS encryption for data transmission
- Password hashing for account security
- Regular security audits and updates
- Limited access to personal information by employees and contractors
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.
Your Rights and Choices
You have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications or data collection for advertising
- Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
Children's Privacy
Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date stated above and applies to all information collected through our Site and services.