Effective Date: September 1, 2025
Last Updated: September 23, 2025
Introduction
Welcome to Yumnights (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website yumnights.com (the “Site”) and use our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
- Contact Information: Name, email address when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us
- Comments: Information you provide when commenting on recipes or blog posts
- Communication: Messages sent through our contact form or email (harper@yumnights.com)
- Newsletter Subscription: Email address and preferences for our recipe updates
Information Automatically Collected
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, click patterns, and navigation paths
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and screen resolution
- Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address
- Cookies and Tracking: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and improve our recipe content and cooking resources
- Send newsletters with new recipes, cooking tips, and meal planning guides
- Respond to your questions, comments, and recipe feedback
- Analyze website performance and user preferences to enhance user experience
- Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
- Prevent fraud and ensure website security
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Provide personalized content and recipe recommendations
- Enable social media sharing features
- Support advertising and marketing efforts
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic website functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics)
- Advertising Cookies: Used to display relevant ads and measure campaign effectiveness
- Social Media Cookies: Enable sharing content on social platforms
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services that collect information:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google may use this data according to their privacy policy.
Email Marketing Services
We use email service providers to send newsletters and recipe updates. Your email information is stored securely with these providers.
Social Media Platforms
Our site includes social media sharing buttons (Pinterest, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook) that may collect information when used.
Advertising Partners
We may work with advertising networks to display relevant ads. These partners may use cookies to show you targeted advertisements.
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who help operate our website and services
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
- Business Transfers: In connection with a sale, merger, or acquisition of our business
- Consent: When you have given explicit permission for sharing
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:
- Secure data transmission using SSL encryption
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
- Secure storage with reputable service providers
However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
General Rights
- Access: Request information about data we have about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
- Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
California Residents (CCPA)
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to know what personal information is collected and how it’s used.
European Union Residents (GDPR)
EU residents have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation, including the right to data portability and the right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during international transfers.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on this page
- Updating the “Last Updated” date
- Sending email notifications for material changes (if you’re subscribed)
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:
Harper Sterling
Yumnights
Denver, CO
Email: harper@yumnights.com
For privacy-specific inquiries, please include “Privacy Policy” in your email subject line.
Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Colorado, United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.
This Privacy Policy was last updated on September 23, 2025. Please review it periodically for any changes.
