Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 31, 2024

This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you use our services. It also informs you about your privacy rights and the legal protections available to you.

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

Terms with capitalized initial letters are defined in this policy. These definitions apply regardless of whether they are in singular or plural form.

Definitions

  • Account: A unique account for accessing our Service.
  • Affiliate: An entity controlling, controlled by, or under common control with us, where “control” implies ownership of 50% or more voting securities.
  • Company: Referred to as “we,” “us,” or “our” in this policy, this refers to CortanaKitchen.
  • Cookies: Small files stored on your device, tracking website activity.
  • Country: Refers to Alabama, United States.
  • Device: A computer, cellphone, tablet, or any tool accessing our Service.
  • Personal Data: Information that identifies or can identify an individual.
  • Service: Refers to our website, CortanaKitchen, accessible at https://cortanakitchen.com.
  • Service Provider: Third parties processing data on our behalf to facilitate our Service.
  • Third-Party Social Media Service: Platforms like Google, Facebook, or Instagram allowing account creation or login for our Service.
  • Usage Data: Automatically collected data, such as IP addresses, browser details, and time spent on pages.

Collecting and Using Your Personal Data

Types of Data Collected

1. Personal Data
We may collect the following to contact or identify you:

  • Email address
  • First and last name

2. Usage Data
Automatically collected during Service use. This includes:

  • Device IP address
  • Browser type/version
  • Pages visited, visit duration, and diagnostic data

When accessing the Service via a mobile device, additional data such as device type, operating system, and browser type may be collected.

3. Information from Third-Party Social Media Services
When logging in via platforms like Google or Facebook, we may collect associated data, such as:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Activities or contact lists

Tracking Technologies and Cookies

We use Cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies for activity tracking and Service improvement.

Types of Cookies:

  • Essential Cookies: Enable core Service functionality.
  • Preference Cookies: Remember user settings (e.g., language).
  • Analytics Cookies: Gather insights to improve Service performance.

You can manage cookie preferences via browser settings. Disabling them may limit some functionality.


Use of Your Personal Data

We may use your data for:

  • Providing and maintaining our Service
  • Managing your account
  • Improving our offerings and marketing campaigns
  • Contacting you regarding updates or offers
  • Analyzing user behavior for Service enhancement

Sharing Your Personal Data

We may share data:

  • With Service Providers for operational purposes
  • During business transfers, like mergers or acquisitions
  • With affiliates or business partners for collaborative projects
  • With consent when explicitly provided by you

Retention and Deletion of Your Data

We retain Personal Data only as long as necessary for operational and legal obligations. Usage Data may be kept for shorter durations unless required for security purposes.

You can request data deletion or modification by contacting us or managing account settings.


Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in locations outside your jurisdiction, adhering to applicable data protection standards. By using our Service, you consent to such transfers.


Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 13. If you become aware of such data collection, please notify us to ensure its removal.


External Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before sharing your data.


Policy Updates

We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes take effect upon posting on this page.


Contact Us

For any questions or concerns, reach us at:
Email: [email protected]