Privacy Policy for Elara Eats
Effective Date: February 16, 2026
Welcome to Elara Eats (elaraeats.com). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, subscribe to our newsletter, or interact with our content. By using Elara Eats, you agree to the terms outlined below. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected] or via our Contact Page.
1. Who We Are
Elara Eats is a personal food blog run by Elara, dedicated to sharing approachable recipes, kitchen stories, and culinary inspiration. Our website is intended for a US audience and does not offer affiliate services or sell products. The only personal information we collect is for newsletter subscriptions.
2. Information We Collect
- Email Address: When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address to send you weekly recipes, kitchen stories, and updates.
- Automatically Collected Data: Like most websites, we may collect certain information automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited. This is used for analytics and improving site performance.
- Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and analyze site traffic. See our Cookie Policy below for more details.
3. How We Use Your Information
- Newsletter Delivery: Your email address is used solely to send you our newsletter and occasional updates related to Elara Eats.
- Site Analytics: Automatically collected data helps us understand how visitors use our site and improve content and functionality.
- Website Functionality: Cookies help us remember your preferences and provide a smoother browsing experience.
4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. Your email address and any other information you provide are kept confidential and used only for the purposes described above. We may disclose information if required by law, to protect our rights, or in response to legal requests.
5. Newsletter Subscription
When you sign up for our newsletter, you provide your email address voluntarily. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any newsletter email or by contacting us at [email protected]. We do not send spam or share your email address with other parties.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Elara Eats uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Remember your site preferences
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Improve site performance and content relevance
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our site. For more information, see our Cookie Policy below.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While no website can guarantee absolute security, we strive to use industry-standard practices to safeguard your data.
8. Children’s Privacy
Elara Eats is intended for a general audience and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately so we can remove it.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites for reference or inspiration. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
10. Data Retention
We retain your email address for as long as you are subscribed to our newsletter. If you unsubscribe, your email address will be promptly removed from our mailing list. Automatically collected data may be retained for analytics purposes, but is not linked to personally identifiable information.
11. Your Rights and Choices
- Access: You may request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: You may request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: You may request deletion of your personal information at any time.
- Unsubscribe: You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected] or via our Contact Page.
12. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to request information about how we collect, use, and disclose your personal information. You may also request deletion of your information. To make a request, contact us at [email protected].
13. 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 effective date will be updated accordingly. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding your privacy or this policy, please contact Elara Eats at:
- Email: [email protected]
- Contact Page: elaraeats.com/contact
Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Elara Eats uses cookies and similar technologies on elaraeats.com.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. They help websites remember your preferences, improve performance, and analyze usage.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic site functionality, such as remembering your preferences.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to understand how visitors interact with our site and improve content.
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our site.
Third-Party Cookies
We do not use third-party advertising or affiliate cookies. Analytics cookies may be provided by trusted services such as Google Analytics, which help us understand site usage but do not collect personally identifiable information.
Changes to Cookie Policy
We may update our Cookie Policy as needed. Please check this page for the latest information.
Newsletter Policy
By subscribing to the Elara Eats newsletter, you consent to receive weekly recipes, kitchen stories, and updates. We respect your inbox and will never send spam or share your email address. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails or by contacting us directly.
Disclaimer
Elara Eats is a personal food blog sharing recipes, kitchen tips, and culinary inspiration. All content is for informational purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, results may vary based on individual circumstances, ingredients, and cooking methods. Please consult a qualified professional for dietary or health advice. Elara Eats is not responsible for any adverse effects resulting from recipe use or reliance on site content.
Updates and Acceptance
By using Elara Eats, you acknowledge and accept this Privacy Policy and related policies. Continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of those changes.
Contact Information
- Email: [email protected]
- Contact Page: elaraeats.com/contact
Thank you for visiting Elara Eats and trusting us with your privacy. Your kitchen journey is safe with us!