GDPR Privacy Policy

GDPR Privacy Policy for SandraCakes.com
Effective Date: June 4, 2025

SandraCakes.com (“we”, “our”, or “the site”) is committed to protecting your personal data. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

📌 1. Who We Are
SandraCakes.com is a personal baking blog run by Sandra, based in the United States and accessible globally. For questions, email: [email protected]

🔐 2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following data:

  • Contact details: name and email address (when you contact us or subscribe)
  • Technical data: IP address, browser type, time zone, pages visited
  • Cookies and usage data (via Google Analytics or similar tools)

We do not collect sensitive data (e.g. health, religious beliefs, or payment info) through the blog.

📝 3. How We Collect Your Data

  • Directly: When you fill out forms (contact form, comment, or newsletter)
  • Automatically: Via cookies, analytics tools, or your browser

🎯 4. Why We Use Your Data (Lawful Basis)
We use your personal data for the following reasons:

  • To respond to inquiries or contact requests (legitimate interest)
  • To send newsletters or updates (with your consent)
  • To improve site content and user experience (legitimate interest)
  • To comply with legal obligations (if necessary)

📤 5. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your data. Your data may be shared with trusted service providers:

  • Email marketing platforms (e.g., MailerLite, ConvertKit)
  • Website analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)

All partners must follow GDPR-compliant policies.

🌍 6. International Transfers
As the site is hosted in the U.S., your data may be transferred outside the EU. We ensure proper safeguards (such as Standard Contractual Clauses) are in place with third-party providers.

🔒 7. Data Retention
We keep your personal data only as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected. You can unsubscribe or request deletion at any time.

🔎 8. Your GDPR Rights
You have the right to:

  • Access your data
  • Correct your data
  • Request deletion
  • Object to processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, email: [email protected]

🍪 9. Cookies
SandraCakes.com uses cookies to improve your browsing experience.

  • You will see a cookie consent banner on your first visit
  • You can change cookie settings via your browser at any time

For more info, see our Cookie Policy.

📅 10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy as needed. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”

📬 11. Contact Information
If you have questions or wish to exercise your data rights, contact:
Sandra | [email protected]

If you are an EU resident and believe your data has been misused, you also have the right to file a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority (DPA).