Effective Date: June 1, 2026
Last Updated: June 6, 2026
Welcome to Gluten Free Feast (“we,” “us,” or “our”), a food and recipe blog operated at glutenfreefeast.com by Claire Donovan. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with transparency and care. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have regarding your data.
By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue your use of this site.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:
- Contact us — your name, email address, and message content
- Subscribe to our newsletter — your email address and name
- Leave a comment — your name, email address, and website (if provided)
- Submit a recipe or contribution — any information included in your submission
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain technical data, including:
- IP address and approximate geographic location
- Browser type and version
- Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
- Pages visited, time on site, and referring URLs
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 4)
1.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from third-party services such as Google Analytics, social media platforms, and advertising networks when you interact with our content on those platforms.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Operate and improve the Gluten Free Feast website and its content
- Respond to your questions, comments, and contact requests
- Send you newsletters or recipe updates (only if you have subscribed)
- Analyze site traffic and user behavior to improve user experience
- Comply with legal obligations
- Prevent fraud and ensure the security of our website
- Display relevant advertising through third-party ad networks
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We do not use your data for automated decision-making that produces legal effects.
3. Affiliate Disclosure
Gluten Free Feast participates in affiliate marketing programs, including but not limited to the Amazon Associates Program and other affiliate networks. This means we may earn a commission when you click on certain links and make a purchase — at no additional cost to you.
Affiliate links are clearly identified on our site. We only recommend products we genuinely believe in and that align with our gluten-free lifestyle. Our editorial content and opinions are never influenced by affiliate relationships.
This disclosure is made in compliance with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) 16 CFR Part 255 guidelines on endorsements and testimonials.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies — small text files stored on your device — to enhance your browsing experience. Types of cookies we use include:
- Essential cookies — Required for the website to function (e.g., session management, security)
- Analytics cookies — Used by Google Analytics to track site traffic and usage patterns (anonymous data)
- Advertising cookies — Used by third-party ad networks to serve relevant advertisements
- Functional cookies — Used to remember your preferences (e.g., saved recipes, display settings)
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. For more information, visit aboutcookies.org.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects anonymous data such as page views, session duration, and traffic sources. Google may use this data in accordance with its own Privacy Policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
5. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:
- Service providers — Third-party vendors who assist in operating our website (e.g., email service providers, hosting companies) under strict data protection agreements
- Legal requirements — When required by law, court order, or government authority
- Business transfers — In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction
- With your consent — Any other sharing only with your explicit permission
6. Children’s Privacy (COPPA)
Gluten Free Feast is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take immediate steps to delete that information.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at Contact@glutenfreefeast.com.
7. Your Privacy Rights
7.1 California Residents (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to Know — Request disclosure of the personal information we collect, use, or share
- Right to Delete — Request deletion of your personal information
- Right to Opt-Out — Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal data)
- Right to Non-Discrimination — We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights
To exercise your CCPA rights, contact us at Contact@glutenfreefeast.com.
7.2 All Users
Regardless of your location, you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate personal information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time using the unsubscribe link in any email
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. Comment data is retained unless you request deletion. Newsletter subscription data is retained until you unsubscribe. Contact form submissions are retained for up to 2 years.
9. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure. These measures include SSL encryption, secure hosting, and restricted access to personal data. However, no method of internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (such as product retailers, ingredient suppliers, or other food blogs). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:
- Website: glutenfreefeast.com/contact/
- Email: Contact@glutenfreefeast.com
We will respond to all privacy-related requests within 30 days.