Realest Real Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 12/1/2024
At Realest Real, a food and lifestyle blog written by Gabrielle Ruggeri, we value the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit or interact with our website, www.realestreal.com (the “Site”).
By using this Site, you consent to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy. Please read it carefully to understand how we handle your personal information.
Information We Collect
We collect both personal and non-personal information when you visit or interact with Realest Real.
Personal Information:
- Name: If you subscribe to our newsletter, leave a comment, or participate in giveaways, we may collect your name, email address, and other contact details.
- Email Address: If you sign up for our newsletter, we collect your email address to send you updates, promotions, or new recipes.
- Other Information: Any other information you provide voluntarily, such as in comments, contact forms, or surveys.
Non-Personal Information:
- Usage Data: We collect anonymous data about your interaction with our website, such as browser type, IP address, operating system, and pages visited. This helps us improve the user experience.
- Cookies & Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies (like web beacons) to track site usage, enhance your experience, and personalize content. For more details, see the Cookies section below.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- Improving the Website: To personalize and enhance your experience, such as recommending relevant recipes or content.
- Sending Emails: If you subscribe to our newsletter or updates, we may send you promotional emails, new blog posts, or special offers. You can unsubscribe at any time.
- Communicating with You: Responding to inquiries, feedback, or requests submitted through our contact form.
- Analytics: To understand how visitors use our Site, which helps us optimize content and user experience.
- Affiliate Marketing: To track purchases made through affiliate links (if applicable) for commission purposes.
- Third-Party Services: We may use third-party services, such as Google Analytics or social media platforms, to analyze site traffic and engage with users.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about how you interact with our Site, which helps us improve your experience. Cookies are small text files stored in your browser that allow us to recognize you when you return to our site.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the basic functioning of the Site, such as login cookies or session cookies.
- Performance Cookies: These track user behavior and help us analyze website traffic to improve the functionality of our Site.
- Advertising/Targeting Cookies: These cookies are used to serve personalized ads to users based on their activity across different sites.
Managing Cookies:
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may impact your experience on the Site.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services to enhance your experience or gather analytics:
- Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand how users engage with our Site. Google may collect data such as IP addresses, device types, and browsing activities.
- Affiliate Links: Some links on our Site may be affiliate links, meaning we earn a small commission if you make a purchase through those links. These links are clearly labeled as affiliate links and/or the page will have an affiliate disclosure posted.
- Social Media: We may use social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, or Twitter to share content. These platforms may track interactions with their content and collect personal data.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services, so please review their privacy policies as well.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We respect your privacy and will not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. However, we may disclose your personal information in the following situations:
- To Service Providers: We may share your data with trusted third-party vendors who help us operate the Site (e.g., email marketing services, hosting providers).
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law, or to comply with a subpoena, court order, or other legal processes.
- Business Transfers: If Realest Real is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. For example, we will retain your email address for as long as you are subscribed to our newsletter. You can unsubscribe at any time by following the instructions in the emails or by contacting us directly.
Your Rights
As a user, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: You can request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: You can update or correct any inaccurate personal information.
- Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., for legal compliance).
- Opt-Out: You can unsubscribe from our newsletter or promotional emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of the emails.
If you are in the European Union (EU) or the European Economic Area (EEA), you also have the right to file a complaint with your local data protection authority.
Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information. However, no data transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
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. When we update the policy, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically for any updates.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at:
- Contact Us
- Website: www.realestreal.com
This Privacy Policy is intended to be a comprehensive guide to how Realest Real handles personal data. It should be customized based on your specific practices and legal requirements. If you are uncertain about certain aspects, it’s advisable to consult a legal professional or privacy expert.
