Privacy Policy for Fork Mila
Effective Date: May 11, 2026
Welcome to Fork Mila (“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 our website forkmila.com, a personal food blog sharing recipes and kitchen stories. This policy is tailored for our US audience and applies solely to information collected through our website and newsletter subscription service.
1. Information We Collect
Fork Mila is committed to collecting only the minimum personal information necessary to provide you with a joyful and safe browsing experience. We collect information in the following ways:
- Newsletter Subscription: When you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address.
- Contact Form: If you reach out via our Contact Page, we collect your name and email address, along with any information you voluntarily provide in your message.
- Automatic Data Collection: Like most websites, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, such as IP address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and operating system. This is used for analytics and site improvement.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To send you our newsletter: If you subscribe, you will receive periodic emails with new recipes, kitchen tips, and updates from Fork Mila.
- To respond to your inquiries: If you contact us, we use your information to reply and provide support.
- To improve our website: We analyze site usage to enhance content, layout, and user experience.
- To maintain website security: We monitor activity to protect against unauthorized access and misuse.
3. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
Fork Mila does not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We may disclose your information in the following limited circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating the website and sending newsletters (such as email delivery platforms). These providers are obligated to protect your information and use it only for the services we request.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, subpoena, or court order, or to protect our rights and safety or the rights and safety of others.
- Website Analytics: We may use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand site usage. These tools may collect anonymized data and do not identify you personally.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Fork Mila uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand how you use our site.
- Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off.
- Analytics Cookies: These help us analyze site traffic and usage patterns. All analytics data is anonymized.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features of the site.
5. Newsletter Subscription
When you subscribe to our newsletter, your email address is stored securely and used only for sending you updates from Fork Mila. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or by contacting us at [email protected].
6. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Our website uses secure protocols, and we partner with reputable service providers for newsletter delivery and analytics. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Children’s Privacy
Fork Mila 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 inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at [email protected], and we will promptly delete such information.
8. Your Rights and Choices
- Access and Correction: You may request access to, correction, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us at [email protected].
- Opt-Out: You may opt out of receiving our newsletter at any time by using the unsubscribe link or contacting us.
- Cookie Preferences: You can manage cookies through your browser settings.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to other websites for your convenience or reference. Fork Mila is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
10. No Affiliate Services
Fork Mila does not participate in affiliate marketing or display affiliate links. All content is created and shared for informational and inspirational purposes only.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The effective date at the top of this page indicates when this policy was last revised. We encourage you to review this page periodically for updates.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]
- Contact Page: forkmila.com/contact
13. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to request information regarding the collection and use of your personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Fork Mila does not sell your personal information. To exercise your rights, please contact us at [email protected].
14. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” feature. Fork Mila does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
15. International Visitors
Fork Mila is based in the United States and intended for US audiences. If you are visiting from outside the US, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.
16. Acceptance of This Policy
By using Fork Mila, you signify your acceptance of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our website. Continued use of the site following changes to this policy will be deemed acceptance of those changes.
Thank you for trusting Fork Mila with your kitchen stories and recipe inspiration. Your privacy matters to us!