Privacy Policy

This privacy policy sets out how ForkToSpoon uses and protects any information you give while using www.forktospoon.com.

Should you provide certain information by which you can be identified when using this website, then you can be assured that this privacy statement will only use it.

ForkToSpoon may change this policy from time to time by updating this page. You should check this page repeatedly to ensure that you are happy with any changes. This policy is effective from 1/23/2024.

This blog may receive compensation through cash advertising, sponsorships, paid insertions, or other forms of payment. Some advertisements are served by third-party ad networks and may or may not be clearly identified as paid content. While the blog owner(s) may be compensated for posts or advertisements, we always share our honest opinions, experiences, findings, and beliefs regarding the products or topics discussed. All views and opinions expressed on this blog are solely those of the blogger(s). Any product claim, statistic, quote, or representation should be independently verified with the manufacturer, provider, or relevant party.

Per FTC guidelines, this website may receive compensation from companies mentioned through advertising, affiliate programs, or other forms of payment. This means some content contains endorsements for products or services. If you click on a recommended link and make a purchase or sign up for an offer, ForkToSpoon may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Any references to third-party products, rates, or websites are subject to change without notice. Please ensure you conduct your own research before participating in any third-party offers.

We participate in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a way for websites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.

What Personal Data We Collect and Why

Purchases:
When you make a purchase, we collect personal information you provide, such as your name, address, and email. This helps us process your order and communicate with you about it.

Browsing Our Site:
When you browse our site or products, we automatically receive your computer’s IP address to help us learn about your browser and operating system.

Email Marketing:
With your consent, we may send emails about new products, services, affiliate recommendations, or other updates. You can unsubscribe at any time.

Comments:
When visitors leave comments, we collect the data shown in the comment form, along with the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent for spam detection.

• An anonymized string (hash) from your email may be sent to the Gravatar service to check for a profile picture.
• After approval, your profile picture may be publicly visible alongside your comment.

Media:
If you upload images, avoid embedding location data (EXIF GPS), as visitors could extract this information.

Cookies:

• Leaving a comment may store your name, email, and website in cookies for one year for convenience.
• Logging in sets temporary cookies to check browser support.
• Login cookies last two days; screen display options last one year. Selecting “Remember Me” keeps you logged in for two weeks.
• Logging out removes login cookies.
• Editing or publishing an article creates a temporary cookie (expires in 1 day) that stores the post ID, containing no personal data.

Embedded Content from Other Sites:
Articles may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images). Embedded content behaves as if you visited the other site directly, and those sites may collect data, use cookies, track your interaction, and monitor engagement.

Analytics:
We use Google Analytics to collect IP addresses, location, referrer information, and similar data. This information is not shared, rented, or sold. For details, see Google’s privacy policy.

Sharing Your Data:
Third-party service providers generally collect and use your information only as needed to provide their services.

• Payment gateways and transaction processors have their own privacy policies, so please review them.
• Some providers may operate in different jurisdictions; using their services may subject your data to the laws of those locations.

We may collect the following information:

• contact information, including email address
• demographic information such as postcode, preferences, and interests
• other information relevant to customer surveys or offers

Advertising
This Site is affiliated with CMI Marketing, Inc., d/b/a Raptive (“Raptive”) for the purposes of placing advertising on the Site, and Raptive will collect and use certain data for advertising purposes. To learn more about Raptive’s data usage, click here https://raptive.com/creator-advertising-privacy-statement/

We require this information to understand your needs and provide you with a better service, in particular for the following reasons:

We may use the information to improve our products and services.

We may periodically send promotional emails about new products, special offers, or other information which you may find interesting using the email address you have provided. 

From time to time, we may also use your information to contact you for market research purposes. We may contact you by email, phone, fax, or mail. We may use the information to customize the website according to your interests.

We are committed to ensuring that your information is secure. To prevent unauthorized access or disclosure, we have established suitable physical, electronic, and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure the information we collect online.

How Long We Retain Your Data

Comments and their metadata are retained indefinitely so that we can recognize and approve any follow-up comments automatically, rather than holding them in a moderation queue.

For users who register on this website (if applicable), we store the personal information provided in their user profile. Users can view, edit, or delete their personal information at any time, except for their username. Website administrators also have access to edit this information.

Your Data Rights

If you have an account or have left comments, you can request an exported file of the personal data we hold about you. You may also request the deletion of your personal data, excluding any information we are required to retain for administrative, legal, or security purposes.

Where We Send Your Data

Visitor comments may be processed through automated spam detection services.

Consent

By providing personal information to complete a transaction, verify your credit card, place an order, or arrange a delivery, you consent to our collection and use of that information for that specific purpose.

By purchasing a product or subscribing, you consent to receiving occasional related marketing emails.

Withdrawing Consent

If you change your mind after opting in, you can withdraw consent at any time by contacting us at hello@forktospoon.com or clicking “Unsubscribe” in any email. Withdrawal is immediate.

Disclosure

We may disclose personal information if required by law or in the event of a Terms of Service violation. Otherwise, your personal data is never shared with unauthorized parties.

Security

We take reasonable precautions and follow industry best practices to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Currently, the only personal information we have access to is your name and email address, which is collected when you leave a comment, purchase an ebook, or opt into our email list. This information is stored securely and is not misused.

Age of Consent

By using this site, you confirm that you are at least the age of majority in your state or province of residence. If minors are using this site with your consent, you assume responsibility

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this privacy policy at any time. Changes take effect immediately upon posting. For material changes, we will notify you here to keep you informed about how we collect, use, and disclose information.

Questions & Contact Information

To access, correct, amend, or delete your personal information, please contact hello@forktospoon.com

Disclaimer

Before making lifestyle or diet changes, consult your healthcare professional. Content on this website is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice.

This site aims to provide inspiration and practical ideas for low-carb, sugar-free, or gluten-free lifestyles but is not a substitute for professional medical care. Nutritional values are estimates and may vary by brand or product.

We disclaim all liability for actions taken based on the content of this website. Always seek guidance from qualified medical professionals regarding your health.