Last Updated: November 15, 2025
This Privacy Notice explains how MirandaMeals.com handles the personal information of visitors from the European Union and European Economic Area. We’re committed to protecting your privacy while providing you with the best recipe experience possible.
Who We Are
MirandaMeals.com is operated by Miranda Carter.
Contact: [email protected]
Location: United States
We are the data controller responsible for your personal information when you use our website.
Information We Collect
Information You Give Us Directly
When you interact with MirandaMeals.com, you may provide:
- Account details your name and email when you register
- Profile information dietary preferences, favorite cuisines, skill level
- Your contributions recipe reviews, photos of dishes you’ve made, cooking questions
- Messages anything you send through our contact forms or customer support
- Newsletter signup your email when you subscribe to our weekly recipe roundup
Information Collected Automatically
Our website automatically gathers certain technical information:
- Device and browser data what device and browser you’re using to access recipes
- Usage patterns which recipes you view, how long you spend on pages, search terms
- Location data general location based on IP address (city/region level, not precise)
- Cookies and similar technologies small files that help our site function properly
Why We Process Your Data
We handle your information based on these legal grounds:
To Fulfill Our Agreement With You
When you create an account, we need your information to provide our services saving your favorite recipes, remembering your dietary restrictions, and letting you post comments.
Our Legitimate Business Interests
We analyze how people use the site to improve recipes and features, ensure everything runs smoothly, and prevent misuse. These interests are balanced against your privacy rights.
Your Consent
We’ll ask your permission before sending marketing emails or using optional cookies for analytics and advertising.
Legal Requirements
Sometimes we must process data to comply with applicable laws or respond to valid legal requests.
How We Use Your Information
Your data helps us:
- Set up and maintain your account
- Remember your dietary preferences and favorite recipes
- Show you recipes that match your interests
- Enable you to post reviews and upload photos
- Send recipe newsletters (only if you opt in)
- Answer your questions and provide support
- Improve our recipes and website functionality
- Keep the site secure and prevent spam
- Understand which recipes are most popular
How Long We Keep Your Data
We retain different types of data for varying periods:
- Account information until you close your account
- Recipe reviews and comments permanently, unless you request deletion
- Photos you upload until you delete them or close your account
- Newsletter subscriptions until you unsubscribe
- Website analytics data up to 26 months
- Support correspondence 3 years after your last message
Your Rights Under GDPR
As an EU resident, you have strong privacy rights:
Access Your Data
You can request a copy of all personal information we hold about you. We’ll provide this within one month.
Correct Your Information
If something we have on file is wrong or outdated, you can ask us to fix it.
Delete Your Data
You have the “right to be forgotten” you can ask us to delete your account and associated data. Note that we may need to keep some information for legal purposes.
Limit How We Use Your Data
You can ask us to stop processing your data in certain ways while still keeping it on file.
Take Your Data Elsewhere
You can receive your data in a common format (like CSV or JSON) and transfer it to another service.
Object to Processing
You can object to us using your data for certain purposes, particularly marketing or profiling based on legitimate interests.
Withdraw Consent
If we’re processing your data based on consent, you can withdraw that consent anytime.
Not Be Subject to Automated Decisions
We don’t use automated decision-making or profiling that would significantly affect you.
To exercise these rights, email us at [email protected]
Sharing Your Information
We don’t sell your personal data. We only share it with:
Service Providers
- Web hosting to keep the site online
- Email services to send newsletters and account notifications
- Analytics tools to understand site usage (Google Analytics with IP anonymization)
- Payment processors if you purchase premium features or products
- Cloud storage for backing up data securely
All these providers are carefully vetted and bound by strict data protection agreements.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law, subpoena, or to protect our rights and safety.
International Data Transfers
While MirandaMeals.com operates from the United States, we take extra steps to protect EU data:
- We use Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
- All data processors meet GDPR standards
- We implement appropriate technical and security safeguards
- Data transfers are documented and regularly reviewed
Keeping Your Data Safe
Security matters to us. We protect your information through:
- Encryption all data transmitted to and from our site uses HTTPS/SSL encryption
- Secure passwords your password is hashed and never stored in plain text
- Access controls only authorized personnel can access personal data
- Regular security audits we test our systems for vulnerabilities
- Staff training our team understands data protection responsibilities
- Backup systems secure, encrypted backups in case of data loss
No system is 100% secure, but we work hard to protect your information.
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies to make the site work better. Here’s what they do:
Essential Cookies
Required for basic site functionality remembering you’re logged in, storing items in your recipe box. These can’t be disabled.
Preference Cookies
Remember your choices like measurement units (cups vs. grams) and theme preferences.
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it. We use Google Analytics with anonymized IP addresses.
Marketing Cookies
Track your visits to show relevant ads on other websites (only with your consent).
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie banner.
Children’s Privacy
MirandaMeals.com is not intended for children under 16. We don’t knowingly collect data from children. If you’re a parent and believe your child has provided us with information, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.
Data Breach Notification
If a security breach affects your data, we will:
- Report it to the relevant EU supervisory authority within 72 hours
- Notify you directly if the breach poses a high risk to your rights
- Explain what happened and what we’re doing about it
- Provide guidance on steps you can take to protect yourself
Changes to This Notice
We may update this Privacy Notice occasionally to reflect new practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we’ll:
- Update the “Last Updated” date at the top
Your continued use of the site after changes means you accept the updated notice.
Supervisory Authority
You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you’re concerned about how we handle your data. You can find your local authority at: https://edpb.europa.eu/about-edpb/board/members_en
Questions or Concerns?
We’re here to help with any privacy questions or requests.
Email: [email protected]