Disclosure/Privacy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 2025

An Italian in my Kitchen (“Website,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use and share it, and your rights under applicable laws.

This statement applies solely to information collected through this Website.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

a. Information You Provide Voluntarily
When you interact with our site—by leaving a comment, subscribing to our newsletter, or submitting a contact form—we may collect your name, email address, and any other information you choose to provide.

b. Information from Third Parties
We may receive information from external services you use through our site (e.g., analytics, newsletter services, ad networks).

c. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the Website, we automatically collect certain technical data such as:

  • IP address, browser type, and operating system
  • Referring and exit pages
  • Date and time of visits
  • Pages viewed and links clicked

d. Cookies & Similar Technologies
We use cookies and related technologies to personalize content, measure usage, and display ads.
You can control cookies through your browser settings; disabling them may affect certain features.

2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use collected information to:

  • Operate and maintain the Website
  • Send newsletters or promotional content (with opt-out option)
  • Respond to comments and inquiries
  • Provide technical or user support
  • Analyze site performance and advertising metrics
  • Detect, prevent, or address fraud and illegal activities

We will never sell your name, email address, or other personally identifying information.

3. THIRD-PARTY SERVICE PROVIDERS

We use trusted third-party services to operate our Website. Each provider’s data handling is governed by its own privacy policy.

  • Google Analytics – Tracks site usage and visitor behavior (IP anonymization in EU/EEA).
  • MailerLite – Sends newsletters and stores subscriber data.
  • One Signal – Delivers optional web-browser notifications.
  • WordPress – Stores comment data (name, email, IP address).
  • Raptive (formerly AdThrive) – Manages advertising and data used for personalized ads (see section 4).

We may update this list periodically.

4. ADVERTISING AND RAPTIVE DISCLOSURE

This Website partners with CMI Marketing, Inc., d/b/a Raptive to display ads and collect data for advertising purposes.
Raptive may use cookies, pixels, or similar technologies to show interest-based ads and measure performance.
To learn more about Raptive’s data usage, visit:
🔗 https://raptive.com/creator-advertising-privacy-statement

5. INTERNATIONAL & REGIONAL PRIVACY RIGHTS

🇨🇦 For Canadian Residents (PIPEDA)

You have the right to access, correct, or withdraw consent for the personal information we hold about you.
Contact us at rosemolloy59@yahoo.ca to:

  • Request a copy of your data
  • Correct inaccuracies
  • Withdraw consent for processing or newsletters

We store your data on secure servers and only as long as necessary for legitimate business or legal purposes.

🇪🇺 For EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)

If you reside in the European Economic Area, you have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal data
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Data portability (receive your data in a structured format)
  • Withdraw consent at any time

Our legal basis for processing your data includes your consent, legitimate interests (analytics, site security), and contractual necessity (newsletter subscriptions).
To exercise these rights, email rosemolloy59@yahoo.ca.

🇺🇸 For California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have the right to:

  • Know what categories of personal data we collect and how it’s used
  • Request deletion of personal data (subject to legal exceptions)
  • Opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal data for advertising purposes
  • Receive non-discriminatory service if exercising privacy rights

To opt out of data “sale/sharing” for advertising, use the “Do Not Sell or Share My Information” link in the site footer or contact info@raptive.com.
We do not sell personal data such as names or emails.

6. ANONYMOUS DATA

We may collect aggregated, non-identifiable data (e.g., page views, device type) to analyze usage and improve content.

7. NEWSLETTERS

If you subscribe to our newsletter, your name and email are stored by MailerLite.
Emails may contain tracking pixels to measure open rates and engagement.
You can unsubscribe anytime using the link in our emails or by contacting us.

8. AI AND CONTENT USE POLICY

All recipes, photos, and text on this Website are protected by copyright.
No content may be copied, downloaded, or used for developing, training, or operating artificial intelligence or machine-learning systems without prior written consent.
Unauthorized AI use constitutes a breach of this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use.

9. CHILDREN’S INFORMATION

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.
If you believe such data has been collected, contact rosemolloy59@yahoo.ca and we will delete it promptly.

10. YOUR RIGHTS & CONTACT

You may:

  • Opt out of emails (unsubscribe link or email us)
  • Request access to your data
  • Ask for corrections or deletion of data
  • Withdraw consent for data processing

📧 Contact: rosemolloy59@yahoo.ca

11. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY

We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect updates in technology, law, or our business practices. Changes take effect upon posting on this page. Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

12. COPYRIGHT AND USE OF CONTENT

All recipes, photographs, and writing on An Italian in my Kitchen are the property of the owner.
If you wish to share a recipe, you may quote a short excerpt and link back to the original post. Republishing full recipes or photos without permission is prohibited.

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Recipe & Content Disclaimer

All recipes on An Italian in my Kitchen are created and tested for home use. Nutritional information is provided as an estimate only and may vary based on specific ingredients, brands, and portion sizes. I’m not a medical professional, and any nutritional, dietary, or health information shared on this site is for informational purposes only — please consult your healthcare provider for advice specific to your needs.

While every effort is made to ensure recipe accuracy, results may vary depending on ingredients, equipment, and individual cooking techniques. By using this site and its recipes, you agree to do so at your own discretion and risk.