Privacy Policy for Dina Dishes
Effective Date: August 07, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how Dina Dishes (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit dinadishes.com (“Site”). We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly. By using our Site, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
1. Who We Are
Dina Dishes is a personal food blog operated by Dina, a Midwest mom and recipe developer. Our Site shares tested recipes, cooking tips, and kitchen inspiration for a United States audience. We do not offer affiliate services or sell products. Our only data collection is through newsletter subscription forms.
2. Information We Collect
- Email Address: When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address to send you recipe updates and blog news.
- Automatically Collected Data: Like most websites, we may collect certain information automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited. This is used for analytics and improving the Site.
- Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and understand how visitors use our Site. See the “Cookies” section below for details.
3. How We Use Your Information
- To send you newsletters and recipe updates if you have subscribed.
- To respond to your inquiries or feedback submitted via our Contact Page.
- To analyze Site traffic and usage patterns to improve content and user experience.
- To comply with legal obligations and protect the integrity of the Site.
4. Newsletter Subscription
If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, you will be asked to provide your email address. We use this information solely to send you periodic updates about new recipes, blog posts, and kitchen tips. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or by contacting us at [email protected].
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site uses cookies, which are small text files stored on your device, to:
- Remember your preferences and settings.
- Analyze Site traffic and usage patterns.
- Improve the overall user experience.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Site.
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We may share information only in the following circumstances:
- With service providers who assist in operating the Site (such as email newsletter platforms), under strict confidentiality agreements.
- When required by law, court order, or government regulation.
- To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, we strive to use commercially acceptable means to safeguard your data.
8. Children’s Privacy
Dina Dishes is intended for a general audience and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at [email protected] and we will promptly remove it.
9. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Rights
If you are a California resident, you have certain rights under the CCPA:
- Right to Know: You can request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
- Right to Delete: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
- Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell your personal information, so the opt-out right does not apply.
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.
To exercise your CCPA rights, please email us at [email protected] or use our Contact Page. We will verify your request and respond within 45 days.
10. Your Choices and Rights
- Unsubscribe: You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time.
- Cookie Preferences: You can manage cookies through your browser settings.
- Access, Correction, and Deletion: You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us.
11. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to other websites for your convenience and reference. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
12. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. If you unsubscribe from our newsletter, your email address will be promptly removed from our mailing list.
13. International Visitors
Dina Dishes is intended for users in the United States. If you are accessing the Site from outside the U.S., please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The effective date will be updated accordingly. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Contact Page: /contact
16. Summary
At Dina Dishes, your privacy is important to us. We collect minimal information, use it responsibly, and never share it for marketing purposes. Our Site is designed to inspire your kitchen, not to compromise your privacy. Thank you for trusting us with your email and for being part of our recipe community!
Last Updated: August 07, 2026