At Spoon and Simmer, we know that trust is earned one recipe — and one honest policy — at a time. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit our site,…
At Spoon and Simmer, we know that trust is earned one recipe — and one honest policy — at a time. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit our site, why we collect it, how we use it, and what choices you have. If you cannot find the answer you need here, you are always welcome to reach out through our Contact page or by emailing [email protected].
We collect only the data that is reasonably necessary to run this site, respond to your messages, and improve your experience. This generally falls into three categories:
We process personal data for clear, limited purposes: to answer your questions, publish and moderate comments on posts like our One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie or Slow Cooker Beef Stew, understand which recipes readers enjoy most, keep the site secure, and — where applicable — display relevant advertising. We do not collect data for vague or unspecified reasons.
For visitors located in the European Economic Area, we rely on the following legal bases:
You can withdraw consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences or contacting us directly.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data — ever. We may share limited data with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate the site, such as hosting companies, email delivery services, comment moderation tools, and analytics or advertising platforms. These providers are only given the information necessary to perform their function and are expected to handle it responsibly. Some of these arrangements are described further in our Disclosure and Affiliate Disclaimer pages.
Cookies help our recipes load faster, remember your preferences, and let us understand which dishes readers return to most often. Some cookies are essential, while others — such as advertising or analytics cookies — are optional and require your consent where required by law. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time. For a full breakdown of the types of cookies we use and how to control them, please see our dedicated Cookie Policy.
We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described above. Contact form messages and comment data are generally retained for a reasonable period to allow follow-up and moderation, after which they may be deleted or anonymized. Analytics data is typically stored in aggregated or anonymized form.
We take reasonable technical and organizational steps to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or loss, including secure hosting, restricted access, and regular software updates. That said, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:
To exercise any of these rights, simply email us at [email protected]. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe and may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.
Spoon and Simmer is a general-audience recipe site and is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can remove it promptly.
When you leave a comment or share your own twist on a recipe, that content becomes publicly visible and may include personal details you choose to share. Please review our Community Guidelines before posting, and keep in mind that we are not responsible for information you voluntarily disclose in public comments.
This Privacy Policy works alongside our other site policies to give you a full picture of how we operate. We encourage you to review our Terms of Use, our Editorial Policy, and our Disclaimer for additional context on content accuracy, recipe testing, and site usage. You can also learn more about who we are on our About Us page.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised date, so we encourage you to check back periodically.
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding your personal data, please reach out through our Contact page or email us directly at [email protected]. We are happy to help.