Look, we get it – nobody loves reading privacy policies. So here’s the short version: we only collect information that helps us make your experience better, we never sell your data to anyone, and we’re pretty serious about keeping your information safe. But since the law requires all the details, here they are in plain English.

Information We Collect

Information You Give Us Directly

When you interact with Quick No Bake, you might share information with us in these ways:

  • Email Newsletter Signup: Your email address and first name (if you choose to share it)
  • Comments on Recipes: Your name, email address, and whatever you write in your comment
  • Contact Forms: Any information you include when you email us questions or feedback
  • Recipe Submissions: If you submit a recipe or photo, we collect what you send along with your contact information

Information We Collect Automatically

Like most websites, we automatically collect some technical information when you visit:

  • Website Usage: Which pages you visit, how long you stay, what you click on
  • Device Information: What kind of device and browser you’re using
  • Location Information: General location (like city/state) based on your IP address, not your exact location
  • Cookies: Small files that help us remember your preferences (more on this below)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Send You Our Newsletter: Recipe updates, tips, and new blog posts (only if you sign up for it)
  • Respond to Your Messages: When you email us questions or feedback, we need your contact info to respond
  • Improve Our Website: Understanding which recipes are popular helps us create more of what you love
  • Display Comments: Your approved comments appear on recipe pages with the name you provided
  • Prevent Spam and Abuse: We monitor for fake accounts and inappropriate content
  • Comply with Legal Requirements: Sometimes the law requires us to keep certain records

We will never sell, rent, or give away your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes. Your email list isn’t for sale, and we don’t make money by sharing your data with other companies.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies (small text files stored on your device) to make your experience better:

Essential Cookies

  • Remember your comment information so you don’t have to retype it
  • Keep track of your newsletter preferences
  • Make sure the website functions properly

Analytics Cookies

  • Google Analytics: Helps us understand which recipes are most popular and how people use our site
  • WordPress Stats: Basic information about website traffic and popular content

Advertising Cookies

  • Google AdSense: Shows relevant ads that help support the blog (you can opt out of personalized ads)
  • Amazon Associates: When we link to products we recommend, we may earn a small commission if you purchase

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some parts of the website might not work as well without them.

Third-Party Services

We work with several trusted companies that help us run the blog:

  • ConvertKit: Manages our email newsletter (they follow strict privacy rules)
  • WordPress: Hosts our website and handles technical stuff
  • Google Analytics: Helps us understand how people use the site
  • Amazon Associates: Affiliate program for products we recommend
  • Google AdSense: Displays ads that help support the blog

Each of these companies has their own privacy policies, and we choose partners who take privacy seriously.

Data Protection & Security

We take protecting your information seriously:

  • Secure Hosting: Our website uses SSL encryption (that’s the little lock in your browser)
  • Limited Access: Only Molly and necessary technical support have access to personal information
  • Regular Updates: We keep our website software updated with the latest security patches
  • Password Protection: All administrative access requires strong passwords

While we do our best to protect your information, no website is 100% secure. We’ll notify you promptly if we ever discover a security breach that affects your personal information.

Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA Compliant)

You have several rights regarding your personal information:

Access Your Information

You can request a copy of all personal information we have about you.

Correct Your Information

If we have incorrect information about you, you can ask us to fix it.

Delete Your Information

You can request that we delete your personal information (with some legal exceptions).

Unsubscribe

You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time using the link in every email, or by emailing us.

Opt Out of Ads

You can opt out of personalized advertising through your Google Ad settings or browser preferences.

Data Portability

You can request your data in a format that you can take to another service.

To exercise any of these rights, just email us at [email protected] and we’ll take care of it within 30 days.

Children’s Privacy

Quick No Bake is a family-friendly site, but it’s designed for adults. We don’t knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you’re under 13, please ask a parent or guardian before sharing any personal information with us.

If we discover that we’ve accidentally collected information from a child under 13, we’ll delete it immediately.

International Users

Quick No Bake is based in North Carolina, USA. If you’re visiting from outside the United States, please be aware that your information will be transferred to and stored in the United States, where privacy laws may be different from your home country.

For users in the European Union, we comply with GDPR requirements and you have all the rights listed above.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes:

  • We’ll update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
  • For significant changes, we’ll send an email to newsletter subscribers
  • We’ll post a notice on the blog homepage for 30 days

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we’re protecting your information.

Contact Us About Privacy

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or how we handle your personal information, please don’t hesitate to reach out:

Email: [email protected]
Subject Line: Privacy Question
Response Time: We’ll get back to you within 48 hours

Mail:
Quick No Bake – BlogName LLC
Privacy Questions
Asheville, NC 28801

Data Protection Officer: Molly Thompson (that’s me!)
I personally handle all privacy-related requests and concerns.

This privacy policy was written by humans, for humans. We believe you deserve to understand how your information is used in plain, straightforward language.