Privacy Policy
Learn how The Banana Bread Authority protects your data and privacy while you browse our recipes.
At The Banana Bread Authority (Banana-Bread.com), we take your privacy as seriously as we take our baking chemistry. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our site.
1. Information We Collect
We only collect information that helps us provide you with the best possible baking experience.
- Newsletter Information: If you sign up for our newsletter, we collect your email address and, optionally, your name. This is powered by our third-party provider (e.g., ConvertKit).
- Usage Data: Like most websites, we automatically collect certain information through Google Analytics, such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and the time spent on our site.
- Cookies: We use cookies to understand how you interact with our recipes and to remember your preferences (like Metric vs. US Cup measurements).
2. How We Use Your Information
Your data is used solely to maintain “The Banana Bread Authority” standards:
- To send you tested recipes and baking science tips via our newsletter.
- To analyze site traffic and improve our “Moist-First” recipe development.
- To ensure our website functions correctly on your device.
3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We only share data with trusted service providers who help us run our site, such as:
- Email Service Providers: To deliver our newsletters.
- Analytics Providers: To help us understand our audience.
- Social Media: Our “Pin This” buttons may interact with Pinterest’s services if you choose to use them.
4. Your Rights & Choices
You have full control over your data:
- Unsubscribe: Every newsletter we send includes an “Unsubscribe” link at the bottom.
- Cookie Control: You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the site might not work perfectly.
- Data Access: You can request to see what data we have about you or ask for its deletion by contacting us.
5. Data Security
Since 2002, we have maintained a secure environment for our community. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access or disclosure.
6. Third-Party Links
Our articles may contain links to other websites (like kitchen equipment we recommend). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our site is intended for bakers of all ages. However, we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy occasionally to reflect changes in our practices. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the “Effective Date” at the top of this page.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please reach out to us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: Banana-Bread.com