This Privacy Policy sets out how Cooking Japanese (hereafter referred to as the "Website", "Cooking Japanese", or "cookingjapanese.co") uses and protects any information that you provide while using this website.
Should we ask you to provide certain information by which you can be identified when using this Website, you can be assured that it will only be used in accordance with this privacy statement.
Cooking Japanese may change this policy from time to time by updating this page. You should check this page periodically to ensure that you are happy with any changes. This policy is effective from 25th September 2024.
By accessing this Website, you, as the user, agree to all the information set out in this privacy policy.
What We Collect
We may collect the following information:
- Contact information, including your email address, if you voluntarily submit it via leaving a comment, subscribing to a newsletter, or submitting a contact form.
- Demographic information such as postal/zip code, preferences, and interests.
- Information relevant to customer surveys and/or offers.
We may receive information about you from other sources. For example, if you link your Facebook, Instagram, or Google accounts to your user profile, we may receive your name, email address, and profile picture associated with that account.
We automatically collect certain information about your device and how you interact with the Website, such as your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit. We may also use Google Analytics to track usage data. For more information, refer to the Google Analytics Privacy Policy.
What We Do With The Information We Gather
We require this information to understand your needs and provide a better service, including but not limited to:
- Operating and maintaining the Website.
- Improving products and services.
- Sending you promotional emails about new products, special offers, or other information you may find interesting.
- Sending you administrative communications such as updates to policies.
- Contacting you for market research.
- Providing user support.
- Tracking and measuring advertising on the Website.
- Protecting against unauthorized or illegal activity.
Data Retention
If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained indefinitely. For registered users (if any), personal information is stored in the user profile, and users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time. Website administrators can also see and edit this information.
Accessibility
We are continually working to ensure the Website is accessible to all users in line with WCAG2.1 (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines). If you encounter any accessibility issues, please contact us via our contact form.
Security
We are committed to securing your information. Suitable physical, electronic, and managerial procedures are in place to safeguard the information collected online.
How We Use Cookies
Cookies are small files placed on your device to collect data about your web traffic and interactions with the Website. These files help us analyze web traffic and tailor the Website to your preferences. You can accept or decline cookies, but declining may limit your ability to fully utilize the Website.
Advertising
We may work with third-party service providers, such as Google AdSense, to serve ads on the Website. These third parties may use cookies to track your activities and serve personalized ads.
Links To Other Websites
Our Website may contain links to other websites. Once you leave Cooking Japanese, we are not responsible for the privacy practices of those other sites.
Embedded Content From Other Websites
Articles on the Website may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images). Embedded content from other websites behaves the same way as if you visited the other website, which may collect data about you or use cookies.
Controlling Your Personal Information
You may choose to restrict the collection of your personal information:
- Opt out of marketing by selecting the appropriate box on any forms.
- Contact us to remove your personal information from the Website.
We will not sell, distribute, or lease your personal information to third parties unless required by law.
Affiliates
Cooking Japanese may participate in affiliate marketing programs, meaning we receive commissions from purchases made through affiliate links, at no additional cost to you.
Opt Out
If you believe any information we hold about you is incorrect or incomplete, please contact us. If you would like to have your information removed, please reach out, and we will promptly handle your request.