Privacy Policy
Effective Date: November 29, 2025
Welcome to Leila Meals (“we,” “us,” or “our”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit leilameals.com (“Website”), a personal food blog sharing recipes and kitchen inspiration for a US audience. Please read this policy carefully. By using our Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide you with a better experience and to improve our content. The types of information we collect include:
- Personal Information: When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address. You may also provide your name, but it is optional.
- Non-Personal Information: We may collect non-identifying information such as browser type, device type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages visited on our Website. This information helps us understand how visitors use our site.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze site traffic, and understand user preferences. See our Cookie Policy below for more details.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To send you our newsletter and updates about new recipes, kitchen tips, and stories (if you have subscribed).
- To respond to your inquiries or feedback submitted via our Contact Page.
- To analyze Website usage and improve our content, layout, and user experience.
- To maintain the security and integrity of our Website.
3. Newsletter Subscription
If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, we will use your email address to send you periodic updates. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or by contacting us at [email protected].
4. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use cookies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings.
- Analyze Website traffic and usage patterns.
- Ensure the Website functions properly.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your experience on our Website.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may use third-party services (such as email newsletter platforms or analytics providers) to help operate our Website. These providers have access to your information only to perform tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for other purposes.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
- Protection of Rights: We may disclose information when necessary to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, or that of our users or others.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. 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 information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is intended for a general audience and is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us at [email protected] so we can promptly remove it.
8. Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to other websites that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.
9. Your Rights and Choices
- Access and Correction: You may request access to or correction of your personal information by contacting us at [email protected].
- Unsubscribe: You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time using the link provided in our emails or by contacting us.
- Cookie Preferences: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
10. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. If you unsubscribe from our newsletter, your email address will be removed from our mailing list.
11. International Visitors
Leila Meals is based in the United States and intended for US visitors. If you access our Website from outside the US, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.
12. 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. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this page periodically for any changes.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Contact Page: leilameals.com/contact
14. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to request information regarding the disclosure of your personal information to third parties for direct marketing purposes. As Leila Meals does not share personal information for direct marketing, this right does not apply. For other CCPA rights, such as access or deletion, please contact us at [email protected].
15. GDPR Notice (European Visitors)
While Leila Meals is intended for a US audience, if you are visiting from the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
16. Summary
At Leila Meals, your privacy matters. We collect only the information necessary to provide you with delicious recipes, helpful kitchen tips, and a welcoming community. We do not sell or share your data, and you are always in control of your subscription and preferences. Thank you for trusting us with your information and for being part of our kitchen community.
Last Updated: November 29, 2025