Last Updated: January 15, 2026
At Yum in Minutes (www.yuminminutes.com), we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal information when you visit our website.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide to Us
We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:
- Subscribe to our email newsletter
- Leave comments on blog posts
- Contact us via email
- Fill out contact forms
- Participate in surveys or polls
This may include:
- Name
- Email address
- Website URL (if you choose to provide it)
- Any other information you choose to share in comments or messages
Information Automatically Collected
When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing behavior, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website
- Geographic location (city/country level)
- Date and time of visits
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may affect site functionality.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Deliver our content and newsletter subscriptions
- Respond to your questions and comments
- Improve our website and user experience
- Analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Prevent fraud and abuse
- Comply with legal obligations
- Display personalized advertisements
We will never sell your personal information to third parties.
3. Third-Party Services We Use
Google Analytics We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. Google Analytics collects information such as how often users visit the site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used prior to coming to our site. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect this data. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Email Service Provider We use an email service provider to manage our newsletter subscriptions and send emails to subscribers. Your email address and name (if provided) are stored securely with our email provider. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email we send.
Social Media Platforms Our website includes links to our social media profiles (Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, X/Twitter). When you interact with these platforms through our site, they may collect information about you according to their own privacy policies:
- Instagram: https://help.instagram.com/privacy/policy
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy
- Pinterest: https://policy.pinterest.com/privacy-policy
- X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/privacy
Comment Systems If we use a third-party comment system (such as Disqus or Facebook Comments), your comments and profile information may be collected and stored by that service according to their privacy policy.
4. Cookies and Tracking
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies Required for the website to function properly. These cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies Help us understand how visitors interact with our website (via Google Analytics).
Advertising Cookies Used by advertising partners to show you relevant ads based on your interests (when we implement advertising).
Social Media Cookies Allow you to share content on social media platforms.
Managing Cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Privacy → Cookies
Note: Disabling cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience.
5. Data Protection & Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Secure HTTPS encryption for data transmission
- Regular security updates and patches
- Secure hosting with reputable providers
- Limited access to personal data (only Emily and Rihanna have access)
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA Compliance)
For European Union Users (GDPR Rights)
If you are located in the European Union, you have the following rights:
Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): Request deletion of your personal data
Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we limit how we use your data
Right to Data Portability: Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format
Right to Object: Object to our processing of your personal data
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time
For California Users (CCPA Rights)
If you are a California resident, you have the following rights:
Right to Know: Request information about what personal data we collect, use, and share
Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal data
Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the “sale” of your personal data (Note: We do not sell personal data)
Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
- Email: yinminutes@gmail.com
- Subject Line: “Privacy Rights Request”
Please include:
- Your full name
- Email address used on our site
- Specific request (access, deletion, etc.)
- Any relevant details to help us locate your information
We will respond to your request within 30 days.
7. Children’s Privacy
Yum in Minutes is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at yinminutes@gmail.com, and we will delete such information from our systems.
8. International Data Transfers
Yum in Minutes is based in the United States. If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located. By using our website, you consent to this transfer.
The United States may not have the same data protection laws as your country. However, we take reasonable steps to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable law.
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Email Subscribers: Retained until you unsubscribe Comments: Retained indefinitely unless you request deletion Analytics Data: Retained according to Google Analytics retention policies (typically 14-26 months) Contact Form Submissions: Retained for up to 2 years
10. External Links
Our website contains links to external websites (recipe sources, ingredient suppliers, kitchen equipment retailers, etc.). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes:
- We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page
- For material changes, we may provide additional notice (such as a notification on our homepage or an email to subscribers)
- Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
General Privacy Inquiries:
- Email: yinminutes@gmail.com
- Response Time: We typically respond within 24-48 hours
Privacy Rights Requests (GDPR/CCPA):
- Email: yinminutes@gmail.com
- Subject: “Privacy Rights Request”
- Response Time: Within 30 days as required by law
Mailing Address: Emily Smith and Rihanna Smith
Yum in Minutes
New York, NY
United States
Website: www.yuminminutes.com
Summary of Key Points
- We collect: Name, email, browsing data, and information from cookies
- We use it for: Delivering content, improving our site, analytics, and advertising
- We share with: Google Analytics, email service providers, social media platforms
- We don’t: Sell your personal information
- Your rights: Access, delete, or correct your data (GDPR/CCPA compliant)
- Cookies: Used for analytics and advertising; you can control them via browser settings
- Contact: yinminutes@gmail.com for any privacy questions
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 15, 2026.
By using Yum in Minutes, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.