Plant-Based Papa

Effective Date: July 28, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Plant-Based Papa ("we," "us," or "our"). We are a US-based food blog and content creation platform dedicated to sharing plant-based recipes, cooking tips, and lifestyle content. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we handle your personal information.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights with respect to your data. By using our website or subscribing to our content, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

We collect the following personal information when you interact with our blog or sign up for our newsletter:

Name: To personalize your experience and communications.
Email address: Collected only with your explicit consent through our email marketing platform, ConvertKit. You must actively opt in (e.g., by submitting a signup form) before we add you to any mailing list. We will never add you without your permission.

Location Data

We may collect general location information (such as country or region) when you access our website. This helps us understand our audience and tailor content appropriately. We do not collect precise GPS or device location data.

Automatically Collected Information

Like most websites, we may automatically collect certain technical data when you visit our site, including:

IP address and general geographic region
Browser type and version
Pages visited and time spent on site
Referring website or source

This data is collected through cookies and similar technologies (see Section 6).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To send you newsletters, recipe updates, and blog content you have subscribed to receive
To personalize content recommendations based on your general location or preferences
To analyze website traffic and improve our content and user experience
To respond to your questions, comments, or feedback
To comply with legal obligations

We will only use your personal information for the purposes described in this policy or as otherwise disclosed to you at the time of collection. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (CAN-SPAM & US Law)

As a US-based blog, we comply with the CAN-SPAM Act and applicable US privacy laws. Specifically:

Email marketing: We send commercial emails only to users who have opted in to receive our content. Every email we send includes a clear and easy way to unsubscribe.
Consent: By subscribing to our email list or providing your information through our website, you consent to our use of that data as described in this policy.

If you are a California resident, please see Section 8 for additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your data only in the following limited circumstances:

Service providers: We share information with trusted third-party platforms that help us operate our blog. Specifically, we use ConvertKit to manage our email list and send newsletters, and Google Analytics to analyze website traffic. These providers have their own privacy policies and are bound by data processing agreements. They may only use your data as directed.
Legal requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government authority.
Business transfers: If Plant-Based Papa is acquired, merged, or transferred, your information may be part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change.
Amazon Associates: Our Site participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. When you click an Amazon affiliate link on our Site, Amazon may use cookies to track your visit and any resulting purchases. Amazon has its own privacy practices governing the data they collect. We encourage you to review Amazon's Privacy Notice at amazon.com/privacy. We receive a small commission on qualifying purchases but do not receive or store any of your payment or purchase information from Amazon.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and understand how our content is performing. Specifically, we use:

Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to collect anonymized data about how visitors interact with our site, including pages viewed, time spent, traffic sources, and general geographic region. This helps us understand what content resonates with our audience and improve the overall experience. Google Analytics may set its own cookies on your device. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Essential cookies: Required for the site to function properly.
Marketing cookies: May be used to understand content and campaign performance (if applicable).

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of our site. For more information on how Google uses your data, visit google.com/policies/privacy/partners.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. If you unsubscribe from our email list, we will remove your information from active marketing communications within a reasonable time, though we may retain certain records as required for legal compliance.

8. Your Rights

All Users

You have the right to:

Opt out of marketing emails at any time by clicking "Unsubscribe" in any email we send
Request access to the personal information we hold about you
Request correction or deletion of your personal information

California Residents (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to know what personal information we collect and how it is used, the right to request deletion of your data, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information). To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 10.

9. Children's Privacy

Plant-Based Papa is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at: