Last updated: September 28, 2025
At Cooking with Sophia, your privacy matters.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website or interact with our services.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal information you voluntarily share
- Name, email address, and any details you provide when subscribing to newsletters, leaving comments, or contacting us.
- Billing details if you make a purchase (e.g., for e-books or cooking classes).
Automatically collected information
- IP address, browser type, pages visited, and general analytics data to improve our website.
- Cookies and similar technologies (see Section 5).
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 18. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us so we can remove it.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use personal and non-personal data to:
- Respond to your messages or support requests.
- Send recipe updates, newsletters, or promotional offers (only if you opt in).
- Improve website functionality and user experience.
- Track traffic, measure performance, and understand audience preferences.
You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link or contacting us directly.
3. Data Storage and Security
We take reasonable steps to keep your information safe:
- Data is stored on secure servers with industry-standard protections.
- Payment information is encrypted and never stored on our servers.
- We keep your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill its purpose or comply with legal obligations.
If a security breach occurs, we will notify you in accordance with applicable laws.
4. Sharing Your Data
We do not sell or trade your personal information.
However, we may share limited data in these cases:
- Service providers (e.g., email newsletter platforms, analytics tools) who help us operate the website.
- Legal compliance when required by law or to protect rights, property, or safety.
- Business transfers in case of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with appropriate safeguards.
5. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us:
- Analyze site traffic and performance.
- Remember your preferences.
- Serve relevant ads if we participate in advertising or affiliate programs.
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some site features may not work correctly.
6. Third-Party Links
Our site may link to other websites (for example, affiliate partners or social media).
We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their policies when visiting those sites.
7. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location (for example, if you live in the EU, UK, or certain U.S. states), you may have rights to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
- Object to or restrict certain data processing.
- Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
To exercise these rights, email us at contact@cookingwithsophia.com.
8. International Data Transfers
If you access our site from outside the United States, be aware that your data may be transferred and processed in countries where privacy laws may differ. We take reasonable steps to ensure adequate protection.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally.
The “Last updated” date at the top shows when changes were made. We encourage you to review it regularly.
10. Contact Us
Questions about privacy?
Contact us at: contact@cookingwithsophia.com