Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for MandyDishes.com

Effective Date: June 16, 2026

Introduction

Welcome to MandyDishes.com (โ€œwe,โ€ โ€œus,โ€ or โ€œourโ€). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, MandyDishes.com, which is a personal food blog sharing recipes and kitchen tips. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your experience on our site is safe and enjoyable.

This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors, users, and others who access MandyDishes.com (โ€œyouโ€ or โ€œyourโ€). By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

Who We Are

MandyDishes.com is a personal food blog operated by Mandy, a home cook and recipe creator. Our site is designed to share family-friendly recipes, cooking tips, and kitchen stories. We are based in the United States and primarily target a US audience.

Information We Collect

We collect information to provide you with a better experience and to improve our services. The types of information we collect include:

  • Personal Information: When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address.
  • Non-Personal Information: We may collect information about your device, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior through cookies and similar technologies.

How We Collect Information

  • Newsletter Subscription: When you voluntarily sign up for our newsletter, you provide your email address.
  • Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and understand how visitors interact with our site. Cookies are small files stored on your device.
  • Log Files: Like many websites, we may collect log file information such as IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and date/time stamps.

Use of Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To send you our newsletter and updates about new recipes, kitchen tips, and site news
  • To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • To improve our website, content, and user experience
  • To analyze site traffic and usage patterns
  • To comply with legal obligations

Newsletter and Email Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter, you will receive periodic emails with recipes, kitchen tips, and updates. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the โ€œunsubscribeโ€ link in any email or by contacting us at [email protected].

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

MandyDishes.com uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies help us remember your preferences, analyze traffic, and understand how visitors use our site. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

  • Types of Cookies Used:
    • Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic site functionality
    • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand site usage and improve content
  • Managing Cookies: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. For more information, consult your browserโ€™s help documentation.

Disclosure of Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With service providers who assist us in operating the website and sending newsletters (e.g., email marketing platforms)
  • When required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or similar legal process
  • To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others

Third-Party Links

MandyDishes.com may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Childrenโ€™s Privacy

MandyDishes.com is intended for a general audience and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us at [email protected] and we will promptly remove it.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to safeguard your data, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Rights

If you are a California resident, you have certain rights under the CCPA:

  • Right to Know: You can request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
  • Right to Delete: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
  • Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell your personal information, but you have the right to opt-out of any future sale.
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.

To exercise your CCPA rights, please contact us at [email protected] or visit our Contact Page. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services, fulfill legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. If you unsubscribe from our newsletter, your email address will be removed from our mailing list.

International Users

MandyDishes.com is intended for users in the United States. If you access our site from outside the US, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.

Your Choices and Rights

  • Newsletter Unsubscribe: You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time.
  • Cookie Management: You can manage cookies through your browser settings.
  • Access, Correction, and Deletion: You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on this page with the effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:

Summary

At MandyDishes.com, your privacy matters. We collect only the information necessary to provide you with our newsletter and improve your experience. We do not sell your data, and you have full control over your subscription and cookie preferences. We comply with all applicable US and California privacy laws, including the CCPA.

Thank you for trusting MandyDishes.com with your information. We hope you enjoy our recipes and feel right at home in our kitchen!