Privacy Policy for TomYumy.com
Welcome to Our Kitchen Family
Hi there! I’m Tom, and welcome to TomYumy.com. Just like I believe in being transparent about my cooking process, I want to be completely open about how I handle your personal information when you visit my little corner of the internet.
This privacy policy explains what information I collect, how I use it, and what choices you have. I’ve written this in plain English because legal jargon has no place in a warm kitchen conversation.
Information I Collect
Information You Give Me Directly
When you interact with TomYumy.com, I may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:
- Newsletter Subscriptions: Your name and email address when you sign up for weekly recipes and cooking tips
- Contact Forms: Your name, email, and any questions or recipe feedback you share
- Recipe Comments: Your name, email, and comments on my recipe posts
- Recipe Contests: Information you provide when participating in cooking contests or giveaways
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit my website, I automatically collect certain information to help me understand how people use TomYumy.com:
- Usage Analytics: Which recipes are most popular, how long you spend reading, and which pages you visit
- Technical Information: Your browser type, device information, and operating system
- Location Data: Your general geographic location (country/region only, never your specific address)
- Referral Information: How you found my website (search engines, social media, direct visits)
How I Use Your Information
I use the information I collect to:
Serve You Better
- Recipe Delivery: Send you my weekly newsletter with new recipes, cooking tips, and kitchen stories
- Website Improvement: Understand which recipes resonate most with my readers
- Technical Maintenance: Ensure my website loads quickly and works properly on your device
Stay Connected
- Response to Inquiries: Answer your questions about recipes, cooking techniques, or ingredient substitutions
- Community Building: Enable comments and discussions about recipes and cooking experiences
- Special Opportunities: Notify newsletter subscribers about recipe contests, seasonal cooking guides, or special content
Legal and Safety
- Website Protection: Prevent spam, abuse, and technical issues
- Legal Compliance: Meet legal obligations and protect both your rights and mine
Information Sharing
I respect your privacy and don’t sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, I may share information in these limited circumstances:
Service Providers
I work with trusted third-party services to help run TomYumy.com:
- Email Service: For sending newsletters and responding to contact forms
- Website Analytics: To understand how readers use my site
- Website Hosting: To keep TomYumy.com online and accessible
These providers only use your information to help me serve you better and are contractually obligated to protect your privacy.
Legal Requirements
I may disclose information if required by law, legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of TomYumy.com, my readers, or others.
Cookies and Tracking
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember your preferences and improve your experience.
How I Use Cookies
TomYumy.com uses cookies to:
- Remember your newsletter subscription preferences
- Understand which recipes are most popular
- Ensure my website functions properly
- Provide basic analytics about website usage
Your Cookie Choices
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Set your browser to warn you before accepting cookies
Note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on TomYumy.com.
Your Privacy Rights
You have several rights regarding your personal information:
Access and Control
- View Your Data: Request a copy of the personal information I have about you
- Update Information: Correct any inaccurate information
- Delete Data: Request deletion of your personal information
- Newsletter Control: Unsubscribe from emails at any time using the link in every newsletter
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, simply:
- Email me directly through my contact form
- Use the unsubscribe link in any newsletter
- Send me a message explaining what you’d like to do
I’ll respond to your request within 30 days.
Data Security
I take protecting your information seriously and use reasonable security measures to safeguard your personal data. However, no internet transmission or storage system is 100% secure. While I strive to protect your information, I cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
TomYumy.com is a family-friendly recipe blog, but it’s designed for general audiences. I don’t knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you’re a parent and believe your child has provided me with personal information, please contact me, and I’ll delete it promptly.
International Visitors
TomYumy.com welcomes readers from around the world! If you’re visiting from outside the United States, please understand that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where our servers are located and I operate.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
As TomYumy.com grows and evolves, I may need to update this privacy policy. When I make changes, I’ll:
- Update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page
- Notify newsletter subscribers of any significant changes
- Post prominent notice on the website for major updates
I encourage you to review this privacy policy periodically to stay informed about how I protect your information.
Contact Me
I believe in open communication, just like in cooking! If you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions about this privacy policy or how I handle your information, I’d love to hear from you.
Get in touch:
- Use the contact form on TomYumy.com
- Email me directly (check my contact page for current email)
- Send me a message through any of my social media channels
I’ll do my best to respond within 48 hours because, just like a good meal, good customer service shouldn’t keep you waiting.
This privacy policy was last updated on September 26, 2025. Thank you for being part of the TomYumy kitchen family!