Privacy Policy – MaryamCooks.com
Effective Date: 4 November 2025
Introduction
Welcome to MaryamCooks.com! Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website, whether you’re in the U.S., Europe, or elsewhere.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Only if you voluntarily provide it, such as when signing up for our newsletter or contacting us. This may include your name and email address.
- Non-Personal Information: Automatically collected info such as your IP address, browser type, device, and pages visited. This helps us improve our website and content.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Respond to questions or comments
- Send newsletters (only if you opt-in)
- Improve website content and performance
- Analyze website traffic
We do not sell your personal information.
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze website usage
- Deliver content tailored to your interests
Some cookies require your consent. You can manage cookies in your browser settings, but some site features may not work without them.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services like:
- Google Analytics (for website traffic analysis)
- Email marketing providers (for newsletters)
- Social media plugins
These services have their own privacy policies.
Legal Basis (EU/GDPR)
For EU visitors, we process data based on:
- Consent: e.g., newsletter signup or cookies
- Legitimate interest: e.g., improving website performance
Your Rights
EU users:
- Access your personal data
- Correct or update your data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent
U.S. users:
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Request deletion of personal information
Contact us at: info@maryamcooks.com to exercise your rights.
Data Retention
We keep your personal data only as long as necessary to provide our services or comply with legal obligations. For example, newsletter data is kept until you unsubscribe.
Data Security
We use reasonable measures to protect your data, but no transmission or storage method is completely secure.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 16 years old. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
International Data Transfers
Data may be stored or processed outside your country. For EU users, we ensure appropriate safeguards.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Changes will be posted here with a new “Effective Date.”
Contact Us
If you have questions, contact us at:
Email: info@maryamcooks.com
Website: maryamcooks.com