Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 30, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Rate My Recipes (“we”, “us”, “our”), operating ratemyrecipes.com (the “Site”), collects, uses and shares information when you visit. By using the Site you agree to the practices described here.
Information we collect
Information you provide. We do not require you to create an account. If you contact us by email, we receive your email address and whatever you include in your message, and we use it only to respond.
Information collected automatically. Like most websites, our hosting provider and our service providers may automatically collect technical information such as your IP address, browser type and version, device type, operating system, referring page, pages viewed, date and time of visit, and approximate location derived from your IP address. This information is used for security, troubleshooting and understanding how the Site is used.
Cookies and similar technologies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We and our third-party partners use cookies, web beacons and similar technologies to operate the Site, remember preferences, measure traffic and show advertising. You can control cookies through your browser settings, and you can read more in our Cookie Policy.
Advertising: Google AdSense and third-party vendors
This Site uses Google AdSense, a service provided by Google LLC, to display advertising. Google and other third-party vendors use cookies to serve ads when you visit the Site. The following applies to that advertising:
- Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a user’s prior visits to this Site or other websites.
- Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to this Site and/or other sites on the Internet.
- Google uses the DoubleClick DART cookie, which enables it to serve ads based on your visits to our Site and other sites on the web.
- You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings. Alternatively, you can opt out of a third-party vendor’s use of cookies for personalized advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info.
- To learn more about how Google uses data in advertising, see How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services at policies.google.com/technologies/ads.
- Third-party ad servers and ad networks use technologies such as cookies, JavaScript or web beacons that are sent directly to your browser. They automatically receive your IP address when this occurs. We have no access to or control over cookies used by third-party advertisers.
Our Privacy Policy does not apply to other advertisers or websites; we advise you to consult the respective privacy policies of these third-party ad servers for more detailed information on their practices and on how to opt out of certain options.
How we use information
- To operate, maintain and secure the Site.
- To improve our recipes and content.
- To respond to your messages.
- To display advertising and measure its performance.
- To comply with legal obligations.
Legal bases (European Economic Area, UK)
Where the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) applies, we process personal data based on our legitimate interests in operating and improving the Site, your consent (for example for advertising and non-essential cookies, where required), and compliance with legal obligations. Where consent is required for personalized advertising, it is collected through a consent management mechanism provided by our advertising partners.
Your rights under the GDPR
If you are located in the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, you have the right to access, correct or delete your personal data; to restrict or object to processing; to data portability; and to withdraw consent at any time. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority. To exercise these rights, email contact@ratemyrecipes.com.
Your rights under the CCPA/CPRA (California)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to know what personal information we collect, use and disclose; to request deletion of your personal information; to correct inaccurate information; to opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising; and not to be discriminated against for exercising these rights. We do not knowingly sell personal information for money. However, sharing identifiers with advertising partners may be considered a “sale” or “sharing” under California law. You can opt out through Google Ads Settings or by emailing contact@ratemyrecipes.com. You may also use a browser that sends the Global Privacy Control signal.
Children’s privacy
The Site is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under 13 (or under 16 in certain jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at contact@ratemyrecipes.com and we will delete it.
Data retention and security
We keep personal information only as long as needed for the purposes described above or as required by law. We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information, but no method of transmission or storage over the Internet is completely secure.
External links
The Site may link to third-party websites, including photo sources such as Unsplash. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those websites.
International transfers
Our service providers may process information in countries other than your own, including the United States. Where required, appropriate safeguards are used for such transfers.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top shows when changes were last made. Continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated policy.
Contact us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at contact@ratemyrecipes.com.