Privacy Policy
Effective Date: March 27, 2026
Welcome to Piper Plate (“we,” “us,” or “our”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit piperplate.com (the “Site”). By using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms, please do not access the Site.
1. Who We Are
Piper Plate is a personal food blog operated by Mandy, a Midwest mom and recipe developer, sharing approachable recipes and kitchen wisdom for a US-based audience. Our mission is to make home cooking joyful, simple, and accessible to everyone.
2. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide better services to our readers and to improve your experience on Piper Plate. The types of information we may collect include:
- Personal Information: When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address.
- Non-Personal Information: We may collect non-personal information such as browser type, device information, IP address, referring website, pages viewed, and the dates/times of your visits. This information is collected automatically through cookies and analytics tools.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To send you our newsletter and updates if you have subscribed
- To respond to your inquiries or comments
- To analyze and improve the content and functionality of the Site
- To monitor and analyze usage and trends to enhance your experience
- To protect, investigate, and deter against unauthorized or illegal activity
4. Newsletter Subscription
If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, we will collect your email address. We use this information solely to send you periodic emails about new recipes, tips, and updates from Piper Plate. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in the footer of our emails or by contacting us at [email protected].
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. They help us understand how visitors use our Site and enable certain features. The types of cookies we use include:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the operation of the Site.
- Analytics Cookies: Used to collect information about how visitors interact with the Site (e.g., Google Analytics).
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Site.
6. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party service providers to help operate our Site and deliver our newsletter. These providers may have access to your information only to perform tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for other purposes. Examples include:
- Email newsletter services (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit)
- Website analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
We do not share, sell, rent, or trade your personal information with third parties for their promotional purposes.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
8. Children’s Privacy
Piper Plate is intended for a general audience and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us at [email protected] and we will promptly delete it.
9. Your Rights and Choices
- Access and Correction: You may request access to or correction of your personal information by contacting us at [email protected].
- Opt-Out: You may unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time by following the instructions in our emails or contacting us directly.
- Cookies: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
10. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
11. International Visitors
Piper Plate is intended for US-based users. If you are accessing the Site 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 the Site, you consent to this transfer.
12. Links to Other Websites
Our Site may contain links to other websites that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new effective date. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us at:
- Email: [email protected]
- Contact Page: /contact
15. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you, the right to request deletion of your personal information, and the right to opt out of the sale of your personal information. Piper Plate does not sell your personal information. To exercise your rights, please contact us at [email protected].
16. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers incorporate a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Piper Plate does not currently respond to DNT signals, as there is no uniform technology standard for recognizing and implementing DNT signals.
17. Acceptance of This Policy
By using Piper Plate, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use our Site. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.
Thank you for trusting Piper Plate with your information and for being part of our community. We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing a safe, enjoyable experience for all our readers.