Privacy Policy – Noor Recipes

Last Updated: September 23, 2025
Effective Date: October 15, 2024

Look, I get it, nobody loves reading privacy policies. But here’s the thing: I take your privacy seriously, and I want you to know exactly what happens with your information when you visit Noor Recipes. I’ve written this in plain English because you deserve to understand what you’re agreeing to, not decode legal jargon.

What Information We Collect

When you visit Noor Recipes, here’s what we might collect and why:

Information You Give Us Directly:

Email Address: When you sign up for our newsletter or contact us directly
Name: If you choose to share it in emails or comments
Recipe Reviews & Comments: When you share your cooking experiences
Contact Form Messages: Questions, feedback, or recipe requests you send
Photos: If you email pictures of your cooking successes (or disasters!)

Information We Collect Automatically:

Website Usage: Which recipes you view, how long you stay, what you search for
Device Information: What type of device and browser you’re using
Location Data: General location (like “New York” not your exact address) to understand our audience
IP Address: For security and to prevent spam

In simple terms: We collect what you choose to share plus basic website analytics to make the site better for everyone.

How We Use Your Information

Here’s exactly what we do with your information:

For the Newsletter:

Send you new recipes (usually 2-3 times per week)
Share cooking tips and kitchen stories
Remember if you prefer chicken recipes over beef so we can personalize content
Track if emails are getting delivered properly

For Website Improvement:

See which recipes are most popular so we can create similar content
Fix technical problems (like if a recipe page isn’t loading properly)
Understand what cooking topics you’re most interested in
Make sure the site works well on your phone, tablet, or computer

For Communication:

Respond to your emails and questions personally
Send you updates if a recipe gets improved or corrected
Occasionally survey readers about what content they’d like to see

What We DON’T Do:

We don’t sell your email address or personal information. Ever.
We don’t send spam or share your info with random companies
We don’t track your browsing on other websites
We don’t collect sensitive information like credit card numbers (we don’t sell anything)

Data Protection & Security

Your information is protected through several security measures:

Secure Hosting: Our website uses SSL encryption (that’s the little lock icon in your browser)
Limited Access: Only I (Noor) have access to your personal information
Regular Backups: Data is backed up securely to prevent loss
Email Security: Newsletter provider (ConvertKit) uses industry-standard security
No Password Storage: We don’t have user accounts, so no passwords to compromise

Reality check: No system is 100% secure, but we use the same level of protection you’d expect from any professional website.

Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA Compliant)

You have full control over your information. Here’s what you can do:

Access Your Data:

Want to know what information we have about you? Email me at [email protected] and I’ll send you everything within 30 days.

Correct Your Information:

If we have your name wrong or an old email address, just let me know and I’ll fix it immediately.

Delete Your Information:

Want to be completely removed from our systems? No problem. Email me and I’ll delete everything within 30 days. You can also unsubscribe from emails instantly using the link at the bottom of any newsletter.

Limit Processing:

You can ask us to stop using your information for certain purposes (like personalized recipe recommendations) while keeping you on the newsletter list.

Data Portability:

Want your information in a format you can use elsewhere? I’ll send you a file with everything we have.

How to Exercise These Rights: Simply email [email protected] with your request. I personally handle every privacy request within 30 days (usually much faster).

Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies (those little data files) to make the website work better for you:

Essential Cookies:

Remember if you’ve closed popup messages
Keep track of your recipe searches during your visit
Make sure the contact form works properly

Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics):

See which recipes are most popular
Understand if people find what they’re looking for
Track if our new content is helpful

Newsletter Cookies:

Remember if you’ve already subscribed so we don’t ask again
Track if newsletter signups are working properly

Cookie Control: You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some website features might not work as well. Most browsers let you block just tracking cookies while keeping functional ones.

Third-Party Services

We work with a few trusted companies to make Noor Recipes run smoothly:

ConvertKit (Email Newsletter):

What they do: Handle email delivery and manage subscriber lists
What they get: Your email address and basic engagement data
Their privacy policy: ConvertKit Privacy Policy

Google Analytics (Website Statistics):

What they do: Track website usage and help us improve content
What they get: Anonymous usage data (no personal identification)
Their privacy policy: Google Privacy Policy

Web Hosting Provider:

What they do: Keep the website online and secure
What they get: Basic server logs and technical data
Data location: Servers located in the United States

Important: These companies are only allowed to use your information for the specific services they provide to us. They can’t use it for their own marketing or share it with others.

Children’s Privacy

Noor Recipes is designed for adults (parents, specifically) who are cooking for their families. We don’t knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you’re a parent and think your child has given us their information, please email me at [email protected] and I’ll delete it immediately.

That said, I love hearing about kids who are learning to cook! Just make sure a parent is involved in any communication with us.

International Visitors

If you’re visiting from outside the United States, your information will be transferred to and stored on servers in the US. By using our website, you consent to this transfer. We provide the same privacy protections to all visitors regardless of location.

For EU Visitors (GDPR):

You have additional rights under GDPR, including the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you’re not satisfied with how we handle your information.

For California Residents (CCPA):

You have the right to know what personal information we collect, delete your information, and opt-out of any sale of personal information (though we don’t sell information anyway).

Changes to This Privacy Policy

If we need to update this privacy policy, we’ll:

Post the new version on this page with a new “Last Updated” date
Email newsletter subscribers if the changes significantly affect how we use their information
Give you at least 30 days notice before major changes take effect

I’ll always try to make changes clearer and more protective of your privacy, not less.

Contact for Privacy Concerns

Privacy Questions or Concerns:
Email: [email protected]
Response Time: Within 48 hours (usually same day)

General Contact:
Noor Bennett
Noor Recipes
7019 20 th Ave Brooklyn New York, NY 11204
Email: [email protected]

Data Protection Officer: For formal privacy requests, I (Noor) personally handle all data protection responsibilities.

I personally read and respond to every privacy-related email. If you have concerns about how your information is being handled, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Your trust is the foundation of everything we do here.

The Bottom Line

Your privacy matters to me because you matter to me. I collect only what’s necessary to share great recipes with you and make the website work well. I protect your information like I’d want mine protected. And I’m always available if you have questions or concerns.

Thanks for trusting me with your email address and for being part of the Noor Recipes community.

This privacy policy was written by a real person (me, Noor) who actually cares about your privacy.
No lawyers were harmed in the making of this document.