Effective Date: 12/9/24

At Laid Back Bites (“the Site”), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This page outlines how we collect, process, and protect the personal information of users located in the European Economic Area (EEA).

1. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for processing your personal data on Laid Back Bites is:

  • Name: Sarah Lee
  • Email: sarahfichuk@gmail.com
  • Website: www.laidbackbites.com

2. Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data:

2.1 Data You Provide

  • Name and email address (e.g., when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us).
  • Any additional information you provide in forms, comments, or inquiries.

2.2 Data Collected Automatically

  • IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data collected via cookies and similar technologies.

3. Legal Basis for Processing Your Data

We process your data based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: You have provided explicit consent for specific purposes (e.g., subscribing to our newsletter).
  • Contractual Obligation: To fulfill our obligations if you request a service or product from us.
  • Legitimate Interests: To analyze website performance, improve user experience, or protect our website from security threats.

4. Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are located in the EEA, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

4.1 Right to Access

You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

4.2 Right to Rectification

You can request corrections to your personal data if it is inaccurate or incomplete.

4.3 Right to Erasure (“Right to Be Forgotten”)

You can request that we delete your personal data, subject to legal or contractual obligations.

4.4 Right to Restrict Processing

You can request that we restrict the processing of your data in certain circumstances.

4.5 Right to Data Portability

You can request that your data be transferred to you or another controller in a machine-readable format.

4.6 Right to Object

You have the right to object to the processing of your data for specific purposes, such as direct marketing.

4.7 Right to Withdraw Consent

If processing is based on your consent, you can withdraw it at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Your Email Address]. We will respond within one month of receiving your request.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to enhance your experience and analyze website performance. You can manage your cookie preferences by adjusting your browser settings or by reviewing our Cookies Policy.

6. Data Sharing and Transfers

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share it with:

  • Service Providers: To help operate the Site (e.g., hosting, email services).
  • Compliance with Law: To meet legal obligations or respond to lawful requests.

If personal data is transferred outside the EEA, we ensure that appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), are in place.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or to comply with legal obligations.

8. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

9. Complaints

If you believe we have violated your privacy rights under GDPR, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority (DPA).

10. Contact Us

For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this GDPR Compliance Statement, please contact us:

  • Name: Sarah Lee
  • Email: sarahfichuk@gmail.com
  • Website: www.laidbackbites.com

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that Laid Back Bites complies with GDPR requirements. Thank you for trusting us with your data!