Privacy Policy for Bitehut

Welcome to Bitehut. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

At Bitehut, we may collect and process the following types of personal data:

• Personal Identification Information: This includes your name, email address, and any other information you provide when you subscribe to our newsletter, leave comments, or contact us.
• Usage Data: We may collect information about how you access and use our website, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and the time and date of your visits.
• Cookies: Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us understand how you interact with our site. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To Improve Our Services: We analyze usage data to enhance our content, features, and overall user experience.
• To Communicate with You: We may use your email address to send newsletters, respond to your inquiries, and provide updates about our blog.
• To Monitor and Analyze Trends: We assess how our content is consumed to better understand our audience and tailor our offerings accordingly.
• To Ensure Safety and Compliance: We may use your data to enforce our terms of service and applicable laws.

3. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

We process your personal data on the following legal bases:

• Consent: You have given us explicit consent for the processing of your personal data for specific purposes.
• Performance of a Contract: Processing is necessary for the performance of a contract to which you are a party.
• Compliance with Legal Obligations: Processing is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation to which we are subject.
• Legitimate Interests: Processing is necessary for the purposes of our legitimate interests, provided such interests are not overridden by your interests or fundamental rights.

4. Data Retention

We will retain your personal data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use your data to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our policies.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal data to outside parties without your explicit consent, except in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may employ third-party companies and individuals to facilitate our service ("Service Providers"), provide the service on our behalf, perform service-related services, or assist us in analyzing how our service is used.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your personal data if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to Access: You have the right to request copies of your personal data.
• Right to Rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate or incomplete.
• Right to Erasure: You have the right to request that we erase your personal data, under certain conditions.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
• Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request the transfer of your personal data to another organization, or directly to you, under certain conditions.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time where we rely on consent to process your personal data.

7. Food Blog Risks

As a food blog, we provide recipes, cooking tips, and food-related content. However, please be aware of the following risks:

• Allergies: It is your responsibility to ensure that you are not allergic to any ingredients mentioned in our recipes. Always read labels and consult with a healthcare provider if you have concerns about allergies.
• Cooking Safety: We encourage safe cooking practices. Be mindful of food safety guidelines, including proper cooking temperatures and hygiene standards.
• Dietary Restrictions: Our recipes may not cater to specific dietary restrictions. Always consult a healthcare professional or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet.

8. Security of Your Data

The security of your data is important to us. We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: contact@bitehut.com

Conclusion

Your privacy is vital to us at Bitehut. By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. We are committed to protecting your personal data and ensuring your experience with our blog is safe and enjoyable.