Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October 25, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how Elodie House (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit elodiehouse.com (“Website”). We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring transparency regarding the information we collect. This policy applies to all visitors, users, and others who access the Website, specifically targeting individuals residing in the United States, including California residents under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter (email address)
- Contact us via the contact form or email
The types of personal information collected may include:
- Email address
- Name (if provided)
Non-Personal Information
We may automatically collect certain non-personal information when you visit the Website, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Referring website
- Pages viewed and time spent on the Website
This information is used for analytics, improving Website performance, and understanding user engagement. It does not directly identify you.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To send you our newsletter and recipe updates if you subscribe
- To respond to your inquiries or messages sent via our contact form or email
- To improve Website content, functionality, and user experience
- To monitor and analyze Website usage and trends
- To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
Newsletter Subscription
If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, we will use your email address to send you periodic updates, recipes, and news related to Elodie House. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or by contacting us at [email protected].
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Elodie House uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze Website traffic. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use cookies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze Website performance and usage
- Ensure Website security
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We may disclose your information in the following circumstances:
- To service providers who assist us in operating the Website (such as email delivery services), subject to confidentiality agreements
- To comply with legal requirements, court orders, or governmental requests
- To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
Elodie House does not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 13. If you are under 13, please do not use the Website or provide any information. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will promptly delete it. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at [email protected].
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Rights
If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the CCPA:
- Right to Know: You may request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
- Right to Delete: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
- Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell your personal information, so the right to opt-out of sale does not apply.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: You will not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights.
To exercise your CCPA rights, please contact us at [email protected] or via our Contact Page. We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. If you unsubscribe from our newsletter, your email address will be removed from our mailing list.
Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience (such as recipe resources or ingredient guides). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
International Users
Elodie House is intended for users in the United States. If you access the Website from outside the U.S., please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.
Your Choices
- Newsletter: You may unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails or by contacting us.
- Cookies: You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings.
- Contact: You may request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information by emailing [email protected] or using our Contact Page.
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 updated policy will be posted on this page with the effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Contact Page: elodiehouse.com/contact
Thank you for trusting Elodie House with your information. Your privacy matters to us, and we are committed to protecting it as you enjoy our recipes and stories.