At Dessert Melt, accessible from www.dessertmelt.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our blog. By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to improve your experience on Dessert Melt. The types of information we collect include:

  • Personal Information: If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, leave comments on blog posts, or contact us directly, we may collect your name and email address. This information is only collected if you voluntarily provide it.
  • Non-Personal Information: We automatically collect non-identifying information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and which pages you visit. This helps us understand how visitors use our blog and improve its functionality.
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies help us remember your preferences and understand how you engage with our blog content. You can modify your browser settings to refuse cookies, but this may affect some features of the site.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect in the following ways:

  • To Provide and Improve Our Content: We use the data to understand what content resonates with our readers and to ensure that our blog remains informative and user-friendly.
  • To Communicate With You: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will use your email address to send you updates, new recipes, and other content related to Dessert Melt. You can unsubscribe from these emails at any time.
  • To Analyze Site Traffic: We use analytics tools to better understand user behavior and improve the blog’s performance and usability.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties, except in the following cases:

  • Service Providers: We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating the blog (e.g., email service providers). These parties agree to keep your information confidential and only use it as needed to provide services to Dessert Melt.
  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to legal requests.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the information you provide. However, please be aware that no method of data transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.

5. Third-Party Links

Our blog may include links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites, and we encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

6. Children’s Privacy

Dessert Melt does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe that we have unintentionally collected such information, please contact us, and we will promptly delete it.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. To do so, or if you have any questions about how your data is handled, please contact us at [email protected].

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Please review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Effective Date: October 2, 2024

For any inquiries regarding this Privacy Policy, feel free to contact us at [email protected].