Yummy Table

Yummy Table

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 9, 2025

At Yummy Table, we are passionate about bringing food lovers together through delicious recipes, culinary inspiration, and a vibrant community. Based in [Califorina, United State], our mission is to create a welcoming digital kitchen where home cooks and food enthusiasts can explore, connect, and create memorable meals. As part of this commitment, we take your privacy seriously and are dedicated to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how Yummy Table ([yummytable.site]) collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your information when you visit our website, engage with our content, or contact us.

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Union, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents, and other relevant regulations in [Your Country, e.g., United States]. By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our site.

1. Who We Are

Yummy Table is a food-focused website founded by [Your Name or “Jane Doe”] in [Year, e.g., 2020]. We provide original recipes, cooking tips, and food-related content to inspire home cooks worldwide. Our team is based at:

Yummy Table
[123 Culinary Lane, Food City, Country]
Email: [, contact@yummytable.com]

We are applying to partner with Mediavine, a leading ad network, to enhance our website’s user experience and support our mission of delivering high-quality, engaging content. As part of this partnership, we work with third-party service providers to serve advertisements and collect data in a way that respects your privacy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide you with a personalized and seamless experience on Yummy Table. The types of information we collect include:

2.1 Personal Information

Personal information is data that can be used to identify you as an individual. We may collect the following personal information when you voluntarily provide it:

  • Contact Information: Your name, email address, and mailing address (e.g., when you sign up for our newsletter, submit a contact form, or send us physical mail).
  • User-Generated Content: Comments, recipe feedback, photos, or other content you submit through our website or social media channels (e.g., Instagram, Pinterest).
  • Collaboration or Partnership Details: If you contact us for advertising, guest contributions, or other collaborations, we may collect additional details such as your business name, website, or professional background.

2.2 Non-Personal Information

Non-personal information does not directly identify you but helps us improve our website and services. This includes:

  • Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website, such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and links clicked.
  • Device Information: Details about your device, including IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Data collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze site performance.

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party partners, such as:

  • Advertising Partners: Mediavine and other ad networks may collect data to serve personalized ads based on your interests.
  • Analytics Providers: Tools like Google Analytics provide aggregated data on user behavior to help us optimize our content.
  • Social Media Platforms: If you interact with us on platforms like Instagram or Pinterest, we may collect publicly available information from your profile.

3. How We Collect Information

We collect information through the following methods:

  • Direct Interactions: When you sign up for our newsletter, submit a contact form, leave a comment, or email us at [Your Email, e.g., contact@yummytable.com].
  • Automated Technologies: Cookies, web beacons, and server logs collect data as you navigate our website.
  • Third-Party Services: Partners like Mediavine, Google Analytics, and social media platforms provide data to enhance our services and advertising efforts.
  • User Submissions: Photos, recipes, or feedback you share via our website or social media (e.g., tagging us with #YummyTableRecipes).

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to deliver a personalized, engaging, and secure experience on Yummy Table. Specific uses include:

  • Providing Content: To deliver recipes, cooking tips, and food-related articles tailored to your interests.
  • Communicating with You: To respond to your inquiries, recipe questions, or collaboration proposals sent to [Your Email, e.g., contact@yummytable.com].
  • Newsletter Delivery: To send you exclusive recipes, seasonal guides, and updates through our newsletter.
  • Improving Our Website: To analyze user behavior and optimize our content, layout, and performance using tools like Google Analytics.
  • Advertising: To serve relevant ads through Mediavine and other partners, ensuring ads align with your interests (e.g., food-related products or services).
  • Community Engagement: To feature your recipe photos, comments, or feedback on our website or social media (with your consent).
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, such as GDPR, CCPA, and regulations in [Your Country, e.g., United States].

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following cases:

  • Service Providers: We work with trusted third parties, such as Mediavine (for advertising), Google Analytics (for analytics), and email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp), to deliver our services. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
  • Advertising Partners: Mediavine and other ad networks may collect data to serve personalized ads. For details on Mediavine’s data practices, see their Privacy Policy.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, such as responding to a subpoena or protecting our rights.
  • Business Transfers: If Yummy Table is involved in a merger or acquisition, your information may be transferred to the new entity, with continued protection under this Privacy Policy.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies are small files stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience. We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve Functionality: Remember your preferences, such as language settings or newsletter subscriptions.
  • Analyze Performance: Track how you interact with our website to improve content and user experience.
  • Serve Ads: Enable Mediavine and other partners to deliver relevant advertisements based on your interests.

Types of Cookies

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function, such as maintaining your session.
  • Analytics Cookies: Collect aggregated data on user behavior (e.g., Google Analytics).
  • Advertising Cookies: Used by Mediavine to serve personalized ads.

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings or by opting out via our cookie consent tool. Note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on Yummy Table. For more information, visit [Your Website URL, e.g., www.yummytable.com/cookie-policy\].

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: Ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
  • Opt-Out: Opt out of targeted advertising or newsletter emails by clicking “unsubscribe” or contacting us at [Your Email, e.g., contact@yummytable.com].
  • Data Portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format (where applicable).

To exercise your rights, please contact us at [Your Email, e.g., contact@yummytable.com] with your name, email, and a description of your request. We will respond within 30 days, as required by GDPR, CCPA, and other regulations.

California Residents (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect, use, or disclose.
  • Opt out of the sale of your personal information (note: we do not sell your data).
  • Request deletion of your personal information.
  • Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights.

EU Residents (GDPR)

If you are in the European Union, you have the right to:

  • Access, rectify, or erase your personal data.
  • Restrict or object to data processing.
  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

8. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encryption: Using SSL/TLS to secure data transmission.
  • Access Controls: Limiting access to personal information to authorized personnel.
  • Regular Audits: Monitoring our systems for vulnerabilities.

However, no online platform is 100% secure. If you suspect a data breach, please contact us immediately at [Your Email, e.g., contact@yummytable.com].

9. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. For example:

  • Newsletter subscription data is retained until you unsubscribe.
  • Contact form submissions are kept for [e.g., 12 months] to address follow-up inquiries.
  • Analytics data is retained in aggregated form for [e.g., 24 months] to analyze trends.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites, such as recipe blogs, social media platforms, or advertiser websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. Please review their privacy policies before sharing information.

11. Children’s Privacy

Yummy Table is not intended for children under 13 (or 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a child has provided us with information, please contact us at [Your Email, e.g., contact@yummytable.com], and we will delete it.

12. Mediavine Programmatic Advertising

To support our mission of providing free, high-quality content, Yummy Table works with Mediavine to serve advertisements. Mediavine may collect data, including IP addresses, device identifiers, and browsing behavior, to deliver personalized ads. This data may be considered a “sale” under certain regulations (e.g., CCPA).

You can opt out of personalized ads by:

  • Visiting Mediavine’s Privacy Policy for opt-out instructions.
  • Using our cookie consent tool to disable advertising cookies.
  • Adjusting your browser’s privacy settings.

Mediavine’s partners may collect or receive information to provide ads, measure ad performance, or improve their services. For a full list of Mediavine’s partners, see their Privacy Policy.

13. International Data Transfers

As a website based in [Your Country, e.g., United States], we may transfer data to countries with different privacy laws. For EU users, we ensure that any data transfers comply with GDPR, using mechanisms like Standard Contractual Clauses.

14. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page indicates the latest version. Significant changes will be communicated via email (for newsletter subscribers) or a notice on our website. Please review this page periodically for updates.

15. Contact Us

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

Yummy Table
[Your Address, e.g., 123 Culinary Lane, Food City, Country]
Email: [Your Email, e.g., contact@yummytable.com]

For privacy-specific inquiries, you can also reach our Data Protection Officer at [Your Email, e.g., privacy@yummytable.com]. We aim to respond within 48 hours, though complex requests may take longer.

16. Our Commitment to You

At Yummy Table, we’re more than just a food website—we’re a community of passionate cooks, eaters, and storytellers. Your trust is at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to protecting your privacy, delivering high-quality content, and fostering a welcoming space for food lovers. As we apply to Mediavine through Grow, we’re excited to continue growing our platform while maintaining transparency and respect for your data.

Thank you for being part of the Yummy Table community. We look forward to sharing more recipes, tips, and culinary inspiration with you!

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Contact Information:

  • Name: “Jane Doe”]
  • Country: [ United States]
  • Email: [contact@yummytable.com]
  • Address: [, e.g., 123 Culinary Lane, Food City, Country]
  • Website: [, yummytable.site]