GDPR Privacy Policy

Flanksy Privacy Policy

Welcome to Flanksy, your go-to resource for delicious recipes, cooking tips, and food-related content. At Flanksy, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Information We Collect

Flanksy collects various types of information from and about users of our website, including:

  • Personal Information: This may include your name, email address, and any other information you provide when you subscribe to our newsletter, participate in surveys, or interact with our content.
  • Usage Data: We may collect information about how you interact with our website, including your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and the time spent on our site.
  • Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content.

2. How We Use Your Information

We collect and process your information for the following purposes:

  • To provide, maintain, and improve our website and services.
  • To personalize user experience and deliver tailored content.
  • To communicate with you, including sending newsletters, updates, and promotional materials.
  • To analyze website usage and trends to enhance our content and offerings.
  • To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

3. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

We will process your personal data only when we have a legal basis to do so. The legal bases for processing your data include:

  • Your consent, which you can withdraw at any time.
  • Performance of a contract with you, or to take steps at your request before entering into a contract.
  • Compliance with a legal obligation to which we are subject.
  • Legitimate interests pursued by Flanksy or a third party, provided that such interests are not overridden by your rights and interests.

4. Data Retention

We will retain your personal data only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes for which we collected it, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. When your data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

5. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject, you have the following rights under the GDPR:

  • The Right to Access: You have the right to request copies of your personal data.
  • The Right to Rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate or incomplete.
  • The Right to Erasure: You have the right to request that we erase your personal data, under certain conditions.
  • The Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
  • The Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request that we transfer the data we have collected to another organization, or directly to you, under certain conditions.
  • The Right to Withdraw Consent: If we are processing your personal data based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time.

6. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with third parties in the following circumstances:

  • With service providers who assist us in operating our website or conducting our business.
  • With third-party advertisers and analytics providers, in order to analyze site usage and deliver ads that may be of interest to you.
  • To comply with legal obligations or protect our rights and the rights of others.

7. Food Blog Risks and Liability Disclaimer

Flanksy provides recipes, cooking tips, and food-related content for informational purposes only. While we strive to provide accurate and reliable information, we cannot guarantee its completeness or accuracy. By using our website, you acknowledge and agree to the following:

  • All recipes and cooking advice are undertaken at your own risk. We do not accept liability for any adverse effects, allergic reactions, or injuries resulting from the preparation or consumption of any food item.
  • It is your responsibility to ensure that all ingredients used in our recipes are safe for your consumption, especially if you have food allergies or intolerances.
  • We recommend that you follow all cooking safety practices and guidelines to avoid potential hazards, including but not limited to burns, cuts, and foodborne illnesses.

8. Security of Your Information

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates or changes.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: contact@flanksy.com

11. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the applicable laws. Any disputes arising under or in connection with this policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts.

Updated at 12/14/2025, 3:41:26 AM