Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Effective as of: Jan 10, 2023 — Updated for compliance in 2025
Owner: NellieBellie LLC (the “Site”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) — NellieBellie.comOverview
NellieBellie LLC understands that your privacy is important. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect via the Site, how we use and disclose that information, how we protect it, and your rights.Information We Collect
We may collect information you voluntarily provide (for example, name and email when subscribing or purchasing) and information automatically collected by your browser or WordPress when you visit the Site, including:- IP address
- Browser type and user agent
- Device information
- Referring website
- Pages visited and date/time of visit
- Comment form data (name, email, comment)
Our Use of Cookies
A cookie is a small file stored by your browser. We use cookies for:- Authentication: identifying you while you navigate the Site
- Status: determining if you are logged in
- Personalization: storing preferences
- Security: preventing abuse and protecting accounts
- Advertising: delivering relevant ads
- Analysis: understanding how the Site is used
Interest-Based Advertising
We work with CMI Marketing, Inc. d/b/a Raptive (“Raptive”) to place advertising on the Site. Raptive may use cookies, device identifiers, and similar technologies for advertising purposes, including personalized ads. Learn more about Raptive’s practices here: Raptive Advertising Privacy Statement. You may opt out of personalized advertising through your browser or industry opt-out tools (for example, the Digital Advertising Alliance).Email Addresses
We collect email addresses only when voluntarily provided (e.g., newsletter signup). We use your email for the purpose provided and may send occasional updates. You may unsubscribe at any time using the unsubscribe link in our emails. We do not share email addresses with third parties except with our email service provider (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit, or similar) as necessary to deliver the service. If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), please do not submit your email address; we will delete it if we receive it inadvertently.Transactional Data
If you make purchases through the Site, we may collect Transactional Data (contact details, payment and transaction details). Payment processing is handled by third parties such as Stripe and PayPal; we share transaction information only as necessary to process payments and refunds. Stripe Privacy | PayPal PrivacyWordPress and Third-Party Services
We may share data with service providers who support the Site, including hosting providers, backup services, analytics, security providers, email providers, comment/spam tools, and advertising partners (including Raptive). Each third party has its own privacy practices.Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described:- Comments: retained indefinitely (unless you request deletion)
- Email list: retained until you unsubscribe
- Transactional records: retained for legal/accounting purposes
- Analytics: retained per Google Analytics settings
- Server logs: retained for security and troubleshooting
California Privacy Rights (CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you have rights under the CPRA including the right to:- Know what categories of personal information we collect and why
- Request deletion of personal information
- Correct inaccurate personal information
- Opt-out of sale or sharing of personal information
- Limit use of sensitive personal information
- Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights
GDPR Rights (European Visitors)
We do not intentionally target or register EEA residents, but GDPR requires that we inform visitors of rights such as:- Right of access
- Right to rectification
- Right to erasure (right to be forgotten)
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent
Automated Decision-Making & Profiling
Some advertising and analytics partners may use automated profiling to deliver personalized ads. You may opt out of such profiling via the available industry opt-out mechanisms or by adjusting browser and device privacy settings.Recipe & Content Disclaimers
Food Safety Disclaimer
All recipes on NellieBellie.com are intended for use by individuals with basic cooking skills and common sense food safety practices. While we provide general guidance, you are responsible for ensuring all ingredients are handled, stored, and cooked properly according to current food safety guidelines. We are not liable for any illness, injury, or negative outcome resulting from the use of our recipes or instructions.
Nutritional Information Disclaimer
Nutritional information provided on the Site (including calories, macros, or ingredient estimates) is automatically calculated using third-party tools and should be considered a best estimate only. We do not guarantee accuracy. Ingredient brands, measuring differences, and preparation variations will affect nutritional values.
Allergy & Dietary Disclaimer
Many recipes contain common allergens. We do not guarantee that ingredients are safe for your dietary needs. You are responsible for checking labels, verifying ingredients, and ensuring suitability for your restrictions, allergies, or preferences.
Copyright & Content Usage
All photos, recipes, graphics, articles, and other content on NellieBellie.com are the intellectual property of NellieBellie LLC unless otherwise noted. You may:
- Link to our recipes or posts from your website or social media
- Use one photo with a clear, clickable link back to the original post
You may not:
- Copy and paste full recipes or posts
- Republish our photos or content without permission
- Share full recipes on social media captions, newsletters, or websites
For licensing or usage requests, please contact us using the information in the “Your Rights & How to Contact Us” section.
Affiliate Disclosure
NellieBellie.com participates in affiliate programs, including but not limited to Amazon Associates. This means we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you if you click through and make a purchase. We only link to products we genuinely use or recommend.
Limitation of Liability
By using this Site, you agree that NellieBellie LLC is not liable for any damages arising from:
- Use of or inability to use the Site
- Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in content
- Food preparation, cooking, or ingredient handling
- Reliance on nutritional or dietary information
- Third-party tools, advertisements, services, or websites
Your use of the Site is at your own risk. If you do not agree with this limitation, your remedy is to discontinue use of the Site.
External Links
The Site contains links to external websites, tools, and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or safety of third-party sites. Following a link to an external website is done at your own discretion.