privacy policy

 Look, we get it — nobody enjoys reading privacy policies. But we believe you deserve to know exactly how we handle your information when you visit CookDora. We’ll keep this as clear and honest as possible.

The Short Version

We collect only what’s necessary to make your CookDora experience better — things like remembering your favorite types of recipes or helping us send you the dinner ideas you actually want.
We never sell your data. We’re transparent about what we collect, and you’re always in control.

Information We Collect

Information You Give Us Directly

When you interact with CookDora, you might share:

  • Email address – when subscribing to our newsletter or contacting us

  • Name – if you choose to provide it when commenting or subscribing

  • Recipe preferences – like dietary choices or cooking skill level

  • Comments and messages – when you email or leave a comment

  • Survey responses – if you join our reader feedback surveys

Information We Collect Automatically

Like most websites, we gather some technical data to improve performance:

  • Basic usage data – which recipes you view, time spent, clicks

  • Device info – browser type, screen size, and device type

  • Location (general) – city/state level to show relevant content

  • Referral source – how you found us (Pinterest, Google, etc.)

How We Use Your Information

  • To personalize your CookDora experience — showing you recipes you’ll love

  • To send you newsletters and updates (only if you subscribed)

  • To improve our content based on what readers enjoy most

  • To reply to your messages or recipe requests

  • To track what works (so we can make more of it!)

Data Protection & Security

We take your privacy seriously:

  • SSL encryption for all data transfer

  • Secure hosting and limited staff access

  • Regular system updates

  • No unnecessary data storage

While no online system is 100% secure, we do our best to protect your information.

If you have concerns, email us at contact@cookdora.com.

Your Rights (GDPR / CCPA)

You have full control over your data:

  • Access it – request what data we have

  • Correct it – fix wrong details anytime

  • Delete it – ask us to remove your info completely

  • Control emails – unsubscribe anytime using the link in our newsletters

All requests can be made via contact@cookdora.com, and we’ll respond within 30 days.

Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies to make CookDora run smoothly:

  • Essential cookies remember preferences and keep the site working

  • Analytics cookies (Google Analytics) help us understand what readers love

  • Social cookies (Pinterest & Instagram) let us show relevant recipe content

You can disable cookies in your browser settings anytime.

Third-Party Services

We work with trusted tools to keep CookDora running:

  • Email service (ConvertKit or similar) – manages our newsletter list

  • Analytics (Google Analytics) – anonymous usage stats

  • Comments (Disqus) – handles user comments

  • Affiliate programs – track clicks for kitchen product recommendations

  • Payment processing (Stripe, if used) – secure purchases for digital guides

We only share data necessary for each service to function.

Children’s Privacy

CookDora is intended for adults (18+) and parents cooking for families.
We don’t knowingly collect data from children under 13.
If you believe your child has provided information, contact us and we’ll remove it.

International Users

CookDora is based in the United States, and your data is stored on U.S. servers.
Visitors from the EU or other regions agree that their information may be processed according to U.S. privacy laws.

Data Retention

  • Newsletter subscribers: until you unsubscribe

  • Analytics data: 26 months

  • Comments: indefinitely (unless you ask for deletion)

  • Email inquiries: up to 3 years for service purposes

Changes to This Policy

We’ll update this page whenever needed.
If changes are major, we’ll post a notice on our homepage or email subscribers.
Minor edits (like grammar or clarifications) will just update the “Last Updated” date above.

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