Policies

Effective Date: October 1, 2025

MingleChef.com cares about your privacy. This page explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our site, use our recipes, or interact with our content. Please read it carefully, because by using MingleChef you agree to the practices described here.

Information We Collect

We only collect information that helps us run the website smoothly and make your experience better.

1. Information You Provide Directly

  • Account details: If you sign up, we may ask for your name, email address, and password.
  • Comments and submissions: If you leave comments on recipes, reviews, or share your own content, we collect the words you post and any profile info you choose to share.
  • Contact forms: When you reach out through our contact form or email, we keep the details you provide to respond to you.

2. Information Collected Automatically

When you use MingleChef, some data gets collected automatically:

  • Device info: Browser type, operating system, IP address.
  • Usage data: Pages you visit, recipes you view, time spent on the site, referral links.
  • Cookies: Small files stored on your device to remember your preferences, login status, and improve loading speed.

3. Information from Third Parties

Sometimes we get information from trusted partners like Google Analytics, advertising networks, or social media logins (if you use them to sign in).

How We Use Your Information

We use the data we collect for practical reasons:

  • To display and recommend recipes you might like.
  • To keep your account secure and help you log in.
  • To reply to your messages or support requests.
  • To improve the site’s design, speed, and features.
  • To send recipe updates, newsletters, or promotions (only if you subscribe).
  • To show relevant ads that support our free content.

We do not sell your personal data. Period.

Cookies and Tracking

Cookies are helpful tools. They allow us to:

  • Save your recipe favorites and shopping lists.
  • Remember your login so you don’t have to sign in every time.
  • Understand what content people enjoy most.
  • Show ads that match your interests.

You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings. Just know that some features may not work properly if you do.

We may also use tracking technologies like:

  • Google Analytics to see how visitors use the site.
  • Google Ads or similar networks to display ads.
  • Social media pixels (like Facebook Pixel) to understand traffic coming from those platforms.

Sharing of Information

We keep your information safe and private, but sometimes we share limited data with trusted partners. Here’s when:

  • Service providers: Hosting companies, analytics tools, email services that help us run the site.
  • Legal reasons: If the law requires it, or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
  • Business transfers: If MingleChef is sold, merged, or transferred, your data may move with it.
  • Advertising partners: To show personalized ads, some information like cookies may be shared with ad networks.

We never share your email address or personal details with random marketers.

Your Choices and Controls

You’re in charge of your data. You can:

  • Unsubscribe from emails anytime by clicking the link at the bottom of messages.
  • Turn off cookies in your browser settings.
  • Delete your account by contacting us directly.
  • Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
  • Ask us to erase your data if you no longer want it stored.

For any requests, just reach out at ethel @ minglechef.com

We use industry-standard tools to protect your information. This includes:

  • HTTPS encryption for secure browsing.
  • Firewalls and security monitoring.
  • Limited access to personal data (only for team members who need it).

No system is 100% secure, but we take strong steps to reduce risks.

Children’s Privacy

MingleChef is designed for general audiences, but it is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us data, contact us and we’ll delete it quickly.

Third-Party Links

Recipes may contain links to other websites, food blogs, or online shops. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Always read their policies before sharing information.

Advertising and Affiliate Links

To keep MingleChef free, we may use:

  • Display ads through Google AdSense or other networks.
  • Affiliate links where we earn a small commission if you purchase through links on our site (at no extra cost to you).

These partners may use cookies or tracking to measure performance and show relevant ads.

International Visitors

If you are visiting MingleChef from outside the United States, please note that your information will be stored and processed in the U.S. By using the site, you agree to this transfer.

GDPR, CCPA, and Other Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have extra privacy rights.

For EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)

  • Right to access, correct, or delete your personal data.
  • Right to limit processing or object to certain uses.
  • Right to data portability (get a copy in a usable format).
  • Right to lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority.

For California Residents (CCPA)

  • Right to know what personal data we collect.
  • Right to request deletion of your data.
  • Right to opt-out of the sale of personal data (we don’t sell it anyway).
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time as laws change or new features launch. The updated date at the top of this page shows the latest version. If changes are major, we’ll post a clear notice or send an email update.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests about this Privacy Policy, reach out anytime:

MingleChef Privacy Team
Email: ethel@minglechef.com
Website: www.minglechef.com

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