Privacy Policy

“Bake it Well” is committed to safeguarding your privacy and the security of your personal information.

This privacy policy describes the types of information we collect on bakeitwell.com, how we use this data, and your cancellation options.

You agree to the practices and information collection described in this policy by accessing and using our website.

Information Collection

This section details the types of information we collect on bakeitwell.com. We categorize this information into two primary groups:

Directly Provided Information: This includes data you voluntarily provide when signing up for email updates, participating in contests or giveaways, or leaving comments on the site. This information may include your name, email address, and website URL.

Tracking Information: As you browse our site, we may collect passive tracking data to understand user behavior.

Anonymous Browsing

We acknowledge your right to browse our site anonymously. You are not required to create an account or submit any personal information to access most of the site’s content.

How We Use Your Information

The information we collect from you serves several purposes that enhance your experience and the functionality of our site. Here’s how we leverage your data:

• Personalized Experience: We customize your interaction with “Bake it Well” to meet your preferences better. Your information helps us understand your needs and offer a more relevant experience.
  
• Website Improvement: Your feedback and navigation data are crucial for driving continuous improvement of our site. We analyze this information to optimize site features and content based on user behavior.
  
• Enhanced Customer Service: The information you share enables us to provide more effective customer support. We can offer more efficient and personalized assistance by understanding your requests and needs.
  
• Engagement Features: We may use your information to manage engaging features such as promotions, contests, surveys, and other interactive elements on our site.

Email Subscription Processes and Preferences

Join our email community by filling out a newsletter form on our site to receive the specific series of emails you opt into (typically 3-5 emails).

After this initial series, you will be included in our regular newsletter with a frequency of 2-3 emails per week.

These emails contain new recipes, blog posts, content roundups, and exciting news from “Bake it Well”

Consent and Data Security

Subscribing through our email opt-in forms signifies your consent for us to store and process your data exclusively for delivering our newsletters.

Your email address is never shared or distributed to third parties. We use a secure subscription service provider with robust security measures to protect your personal information.

Managing Your Preferences

We empower you to control your email experience. You can access the “Preferences” button in any email we send. Clicking this button will guide you through a step-by-step process to adjust your subscription preferences. Additionally, you can opt out of viewing and clicking tracking through this “Preferences” button.

Unsubscribing and Data Deletion

If you wish to unsubscribe from our newsletters, you have two convenient options:

1. Click the “unsubscribe” button located at the bottom of any email you receive from us.
2. Send an email directly to hello {@} bakeitwell {dot} com requesting removal from the mailing list. You can also request complete data deletion from our subscription service in this email.

Push Notification Opt-In and Management

Activating Push Notifications

By opting in to receive push notifications on our site, you agree to receive alerts sent through your browser using Push Crew technology.

Push Crew Privacy Practices

For more information on Push Crew’s privacy policies and specific data practices, please visit their website: PushCrew Privacy Policy.

Disabling Push Notifications

If you previously opted in to push notifications but no longer wish to receive them, you can find detailed instructions for unsubscription on the Push Crew website.

Tracking Information Practices

Cookies and Preferences

“Bake it Well” may use cookies, a standard web browser feature. Cookies allow us to store information about your browsing preferences for a better user experience.

This may include, for example, displaying a popup only once per visit. It is important to note that our cookies do not collect any personally identifiable information.

We also refrain from employing mechanisms other than cookies to capture your data.

You can turn off cookies or third-party cookies in your browser settings or through security programs like Norton Internet Security. However, this may affect your interaction with our site and potentially with others.

Browser Information Collected

Like most websites, “Bake it Well” collects and stores certain browsing data. This data may include IP addresses, MAC addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), referrer pages, exit pages, operating system, date and time of your visits, and clickstream data (how you navigate the website).

Analyzing this browsing data allows us to understand trends and demographics within our global user base.

Reiterating that this data is never linked to personally identifiable information is crucial.

Device Addresses and Usage

Each user device has a unique IP or MAC address. This address is logged on each visit and action taken on our site.

We only record device addresses temporarily and never share them with third parties unless expressly stated in this privacy policy.

In cases where a user is deemed abusive at our sole discretion, the device address may be used to block and prevent access to the site.

Web Beacons and Tracking

Web beacons are bits of programming code that can be embedded within our site or email messages.

We may use web beacons or similar technologies to track user navigation on our site, count visitors, and measure the effectiveness of email campaigns.

Sharing Your Information with Partners

“Bake it Well” is committed to protecting your privacy. We do not sell, trade, or otherwise disclose your personally identifiable information to third parties except in the following limited circumstances:

• Trusted Partners: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating Bake it Well, conducting business operations, or providing services to you (such as prize fulfillment in a giveaway). These partners are contractually obligated to maintain the confidentiality of your information.
  
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information when necessary to comply with the law, enforce our site’s policies, or protect our rights, property, safety, or others.
  
• Non-Personally Identifiable Information: We may share non-personally identifiable visitor information with other parties for marketing, advertising, or other uses. This information does not personally identify you.

Links to Third-Party Sites

Bake it Well may occasionally link to other websites, including social media buttons.

These third-party sites have separate and independent privacy policies. We are not responsible for the content or activities of these linked sites.

We encourage you to review any website’s privacy policies to understand their data practices.

Protecting Children’s Privacy

Bake it Well complies with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 13 years of age.

Our website, products, and services are all directed to people at least 13 years old or older. We encourage parents and guardians to engage in their children’s online activities and instruct their children never to provide personal information online without their permission.

Information Security

Bake it Well employs various security measures, including secure networks, to protect the information collected on this site against loss, alteration, or misuse. However, no security measure can guarantee complete protection against unauthorized access.

While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee that information will not be accessed, disclosed, altered, or destroyed by a breach of any of our safeguards.

By using Bake it Well, you acknowledge and agree to Internet use’s inherent limitations and risks.

User-Generated Content and Public Information

Bake it Well allows users to submit comments through forms. Any information you disclose in these areas becomes public and may be viewed, collected, or read by other users. Please be cautious when sharing personal information in comments.

International Data Transfers

For visitors outside America, please be aware that your information may be stored on servers located in the United States.

While Bake it Well takes steps to protect your privacy, data protection laws may differ between the US and your country.

By using our site, you agree that your information may be stored on servers in the US and by trusted third parties as described in this Privacy Policy.

Scope of This Privacy Policy

This online privacy policy applies only to information collected through Bake it Well website and does not extend to offline information.

Additional Policies

Please review our Terms and Conditions section, which describes the use, disclaimers, and limitations of liability governing the use of our site.

Your Consent

By using Bake it Well, you agree to our website privacy policy.

Updates to This Privacy Policy

Bake it Well reserves the right to update or modify this privacy policy anytime. We will post any changes on this page and update the “Last Modified” date below.

You are responsible for periodically reviewing this Privacy Policy to ensure you still agree with all its terms.

This policy was last modified on July 18, 2024.

Contact

If you have any questions about this privacy policy, please get in touch with us through our contact page or at hello {@} bakeitwell {dot} com.