Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 30.09.2023

1. Introduction

Welcome to GlobalTaste.Net (the “Website”). At GlobalTaste.Net we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal information when you use our Website. By accessing or using GlobalTaste.Net, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1. Personal Information: We may collect personal information, such as your name, email address, and any other information you voluntarily provide when you interact with our Website, such as when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us through the contact form.

2.2. Usage Data: We may collect information about your interactions with our Website, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, pages viewed, and referring URLs. This information is collected for analytical purposes and to improve the user experience.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

3.1. Cookies: GlobalTaste.Net uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and store certain information about your interactions with the Website. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They serve various purposes, including:

Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of the Website. They may include session cookies that help you navigate the site and remember your preferences, such as language or region.
Analytical Cookies: We use analytical cookies to gather data about how you use our Website. This information helps us improve the content and user experience. Analytical cookies may be set by us or third-party analytics providers.
Advertising Cookies: GlobalTaste.Net may use advertising cookies provided by third-party advertisers, such as Google AdSense, to display relevant advertisements to you based on your interests and browsing history. These cookies may also track your interactions with ads.
DART Cookie: Google, as a third-party vendor, uses the DART cookie to serve ads on our Website. Google’s use of the DART cookie enables it to serve ads to users based on their visit to our Website and other websites on the internet. Users may opt out of the use of the DART cookie by visiting the Google Ad and Content Network Privacy Policy.

3.2. Managing Cookies:

Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the “Options” or “Preferences” menu of your browser. You can choose to accept, reject, or delete cookies.
Clearing Cookies: To clear cookies from your browser, follow these general steps for popular web browsers:
- Google Chrome:
  - Click the three dots menu in the top-right corner.
  - Select “Settings.”
  - Scroll down and click “Advanced.”
  - Under “Privacy and security,” click “Clear browsing data.”
  - Choose the time range and select “Cookies and other site data.”
  - Click “Clear data.”
- Mozilla Firefox:
  - Click the three-line menu in the top-right corner.
  - Select “Options.”
  - In the left sidebar, click “Privacy & Security.”
  - Under “Cookies and Site Data,” click “Clear Data.”
  - Check “Cookies and Site Data” and click “Clear.”
- Microsoft Edge:
  - Click the three dots menu in the top-right corner.
  - Select “Settings.”
  - Under “Privacy, search, and services,” click “Choose what to clear.”
  - Check “Cookies and other site data” and click “Clear.”
- Safari (iOS):
  - Open “Settings.”
  - Scroll down and tap “Safari.”
  - Tap “Advanced.”
  - Tap “Website Data.”
  - Swipe left on any website’s data and tap “Delete.”
Note: Clearing cookies will log you out of websites, and you may lose saved preferences.

3.3. Third-Party Cookies: Please be aware that third-party cookies used by advertisers and analytics providers are subject to their respective privacy policies. We do not have control over these cookies. You can manage your preferences and opt-out options through third-party websites.

4. CCPA and GDPR Compliance

4.1. CCPA Compliance: If you are a California resident, you have the right to request information about the personal information we have collected about you, as well as the right to request deletion of your personal information. For CCPA-related requests, please contact us here.

4.2. GDPR Compliance: If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain rights under GDPR, including the right to access, rectify, or erase your personal data. For GDPR-related requests, please contact us here.

5. Notice About Not Selling Information

5.1. We do not sell your personal information to third parties for any purpose. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your information is used only as described in this Privacy Policy.

6. Children’s Privacy

6.1. GlobalTaste.Net is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to remove such information from our systems.

7. Changes to this Privacy Policy

7.1. We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Your continued use of the Website after the posting of changes signifies your acceptance of the updated policy.

8. Contact Us

8.1. If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, your privacy rights, or how we handle your personal information, please contact us here.