GDPR
Last Updated: April 03, 2026
1. Introduction
At mysimpledishes, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and any applicable national laws. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard the personal information you provide to us, and outlines your rights under the GDPR. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].
2. Data We Collect
We collect only the data that is necessary for providing our services and improving the user experience. The types of personal data we collect include:
- Email addresses – for account creation, newsletter subscription, and customer support.
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies – to remember your preferences, analyze traffic patterns, and personalize content.
- Web analytics data – such as page views, session duration, and referral sources, gathered via tools like Google Analytics and Matomo.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We rely on the following lawful bases for processing your personal data:
- Consent – you explicitly agree to the use of your data when you sign up, subscribe, or interact with our website.
- Legitimate Interest – we process data that is necessary to operate and improve the website, such as analytics and security monitoring.
4. How We Protect Your Data
We employ robust technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal information:
- SSL/TLS encryption – all data transmitted between your browser and our servers is encrypted.
- Secure servers – we host our services on dedicated, hardened servers with regular security updates.
- Limited retention – personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose it was collected for, and is securely deleted afterward.
5. Your GDPR Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights with respect to your personal data. The icons next to each right represent the action you can take. If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
Right to Access
You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you, along with details about how we process it.
Right to Rectification
If any personal data is inaccurate or incomplete, you can ask us to correct or update it.
Right to Erasure
Also known as the “right to be forgotten,” you can request deletion of your personal data, provided no legal obligations prevent us from doing so.
Right to Restrict Processing
You may ask us to limit how we use your data, for example, if you dispute its accuracy.
Right to Data Portability
You can obtain a structured, machine‑readable copy of your data and request it to be transferred to another service provider.
Right to Object
You can object to the processing of your data for direct marketing or profiling purposes.
Right to Withdraw Consent
You may withdraw any consent you have given us at any time, and we will cease processing your data accordingly.
6. How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of the rights described above, please send an email to [email protected] with the subject line “GDPR Request – [Your Right]” and include the following:
- Your full name and contact information.
- A statement of your request (e.g., “I would like to exercise my Right to Erasure”).
- Any supporting evidence that can help us verify your identity (e.g., a copy of a government ID).
7. Response Time
We will respond to your request within 30 days of receiving it. If we need additional information to process your request, we will contact you within the same period. In some cases, we may need to extend the response time by an additional 15 days if the request is complex or involves many records. We will inform you if any extension is required.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this GDPR Compliance Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the “Last Updated” date will reflect the most recent revision. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about our privacy practices, please contact us at:
mysimpledishes
GDPR Officer
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://mysimpledishes.com
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