Welcome to my recipe site!
This Privacy Policy explains how I, Koukie Larrouy, collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit my website, www.recipeskoukie.com. As the owner and operator based in Marrakech, Morocco, I’m committed to safeguarding your privacy and being transparent about my practices. This policy aligns with general privacy standards, including elements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for visitors from the European Union, and is designed to meet the expectations of services like Google AdSense, which I may use to support this site.
Information I Collect
When you use this site, I may collect a few types of data to keep things running smoothly and improve your experience. If you leave a comment on a recipe or send me a message, I’ll gather your name and email address so I can reply or display your contribution. I also use tools like Google Analytics and, if approved, Google AdSense, which collect anonymous usage information – such as which pages you visit, how long you stay, and your device type via cookies or similar technologies. This helps me understand what content you love and how the site performs. I don’t collect sensitive details like your physical address or payment information unless you choose to share them directly with me.
How I Use Your Information
Your data has a few simple purposes here. Your name and email let me respond to your comments or questions, keeping our recipe community alive. The anonymous stats from analytics and ads help me see which dishes are popular and where I can make the site better – like tweaking a recipe layout or adding more Moroccan flavors. I don’t sell or share your personal info with third parties for marketing, but some data may be processed by trusted services (like my hosting provider or Google tools) to deliver the site and ads. If I ever offer a newsletter, I’ll ask for your explicit consent first, and you can unsubscribe anytime.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookies are key to how this site works with Google AdSense and Analytics. These small files track your browsing patterns—like which recipes you check out—and help serve relevant ads if AdSense is active. They also let me see overall traffic trends without identifying you personally. You can control cookies through your browser settings: accept them, block them, or clear them out. Blocking cookies won’t break the site, but it might affect how ads or features work. By using this site, you agree to these cookies unless you opt out, as outlined in my cookie notice (if applicable).
Your Privacy Rights
You have rights over your data, especially under GDPR if you’re in the EU, but I extend them to everyone. You can ask me to show you what I’ve collected, correct any mistakes, or delete it like removing a comment you posted. You can also object to how I use your info or request a copy of it. Just send an email to [email protected], and I’ll get back to you as soon as possible. I’ll process requests promptly, though public data (like comments) might take a little longer to adjust.
Data Security
I store your data securely on my hosting provider’s servers, which use industry-standard protections like encryption. However, no online platform is completely immune to risks like hacking or glitches. I only keep your info as long as necessary comments stay until you ask me to remove them, and emails are deleted after our conversation ends. If a security issue ever affects your data, I’ll notify you quickly and take steps to fix it.
Third-Party Services
This site relies on a few external services that may handle data. Google Analytics tracks visits, and Google AdSense (if approved) serves ads, both using cookies under their own privacy policies. Social media links (like my Instagram or YouTube) might also set cookies if you click them. I don’t control these third parties, but I choose reputable providers to keep things safe. You can review their policies for more details – I’ll link to them if needed.
Changes to This Policy
I may update this Privacy Policy as the site evolves or new tools like AdSense come into play. Any changes will be posted here with an updated “Last Updated” date. If there’s a major shift like adding a new data collection method – I’ll try to highlight it on the site. Your continued use after updates means you accept the new terms, so check back occasionally.
Contact Me
If you have questions about this policy, your data, or anything else, I’m here to help. Please reach out to me at [email protected]—I’d love to hear from you!
Last Updated: March 15, 2025
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