Privacy Policy
Effective Date: May 14, 2026
Welcome to Bake Belle (“we,” “us,” or “our”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website bakebelle.com (the “Site”). Please read this policy carefully. By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
Bake Belle is a personal food blog run by Emma, dedicated to sharing approachable, creative, and heartwarming recipes. Our website is intended for a United States audience and is designed to foster a community of home bakers and food enthusiasts.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide better services to our readers and to improve your experience on our Site. The types of information we collect include:
- Personal Information You Provide:
- Email Address: When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address.
- Contact Information: If you contact us via our Contact Page or by email at [email protected], we may collect your name and email address, along with any information you include in your message.
- Automatically Collected Information:
- Log Data: Like many websites, we automatically collect certain information when you visit our Site. This may include your IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and the date and time of your visit.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and improve our Site. See our Cookie Policy below for more details.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide, operate, and maintain the Site
- To send you newsletters and updates if you have subscribed
- To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- To analyze and improve the Site’s content and user experience
- To monitor and prevent any fraudulent or unauthorized activity
- To comply with legal obligations
4. Newsletter Subscription
If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, we will use your email address to send you periodic updates, recipes, tips, and other content related to Bake Belle. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any newsletter email or by contacting us at [email protected].
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you use our Site
- Improve the performance and functionality of the Site
Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Site.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Site to function properly.
- Performance Cookies: Help us analyze how visitors use the Site.
We do not use cookies for advertising or affiliate tracking purposes.
6. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Site, such as email newsletter platforms. These providers are obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes we specify.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
- Protection of Rights: We may disclose your information to protect the rights, property, or safety of Bake Belle, our users, or others.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
8. Children’s Privacy
Bake Belle is intended for a general audience and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe that we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately at [email protected] so we can promptly remove the information.
9. Your Privacy Rights
For U.S. Residents: You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of receiving newsletters or marketing communications
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected] or use our Contact Page.
10. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience or reference. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
11. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. If you unsubscribe from our newsletter, your email address will be removed from our mailing list promptly.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new effective date. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:
- By email: [email protected]
- Via our Contact Page
14. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you, and the right to request deletion of your personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
We do not sell your personal information.
15. Do Not Track Signals
Our Site does not respond to Do Not Track (“DNT”) signals. However, you can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent.
16. International Users
Bake Belle is intended for users in the United States. If you access the Site from outside the U.S., please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where our servers are located and our central database is operated. By using the Site, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States.
17. Acceptance of This Policy
By using our Site, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.
Thank you for trusting Bake Belle with your information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and making your experience as sweet as possible!