PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: 5th May 2026

Recipes With Rama
Dundee, Scotland

Introduction

Welcome to Recipes With Rama. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you purchase our cookbook, sign up for our newsletter, register for cooking classes, or contact us through our website.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information:

When you purchase our cookbook (hardcover, paperback, or ebook):

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Billing and shipping address (physical books only)

  • Payment information (processed securely through our payment provider)

When you sign up for our newsletter or cooking class updates:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Cooking skill level (optional)

When you register for cooking classes:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Dietary requirements or allergies (if provided)

  • Cooking skill level

When you contact us:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Any information you choose to provide in your message

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process and fulfil book orders (physical and digital)

  • Send you your ebook download link

  • Send cooking class updates and booking confirmations

  • Send newsletters with recipes, cooking tips, and updates (only if you've opted in)

  • Respond to your inquiries

  • Improve our website and services

  • Comply with legal obligations

We will never sell your personal information to third parties.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Contract performance: To fulfil book orders and class bookings

  • Consent: For newsletter communications and marketing emails

  • Legitimate interests: To improve our services and respond to inquiries

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using industry-standard security measures. We use trusted third-party services, including:

  • Payment processors (for secure payment handling)

  • Email service providers (for newsletters and communications)

  • Website hosting (Squarespace)

Your payment information is never stored on our servers - it is processed securely by our payment provider.

5. How Long We Keep Your Data

  • Purchase information: Retained for 7 years for accounting and tax purposes

  • Newsletter subscribers: Until you unsubscribe

  • Class registrations: For the duration of the class and 2 years afterwards for records

  • Contact form inquiries: Up to 2 years

6. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Correct inaccurate data

  • Delete your data (right to be forgotten)

  • Object to processing

  • Restrict processing

  • Data portability (receive your data in a portable format)

  • Withdraw consent at any time (for newsletters)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: hello@recipeswithrama.com

7. Newsletter and Marketing

You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by:

8. Cookies

Our website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings. We use cookies for:

  • Website functionality

  • Analytics (to understand how visitors use our site)

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (such as where you purchase our ebook). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:

Recipes With Rama
Email: hello@recipeswithrama.com