Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Chef Approved Tools ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website chefapprovedtools.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, including:

• Email address (when subscribing to newsletters)
• Name (if provided in contact forms)
• Any other information you choose to provide

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and general location
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website addresses
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for:

• Providing and improving our website content
• Sending newsletters and updates (with consent)
• Analyzing website usage and performance
• Personalizing your experience
• Complying with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information with:

• Service providers who assist in website operations (Google Analytics, email services)
• Legal authorities when required by law
• Business partners only with explicit consent

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. You can control cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner or your browser settings.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website usage (Google Analytics)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

6. Your Rights (GDPR/CCPA)

Depending on your location, you have rights regarding your personal information:

EU Residents (GDPR)

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification (correction)
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

California Residents (CCPA)

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of sale of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising rights

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

8. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services:

• Amazon Associates: Affiliate links to Amazon products
• Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance tracking
• Email Service Providers: For newsletter delivery

These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. Newsletter subscriptions are kept until you unsubscribe.

10. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. For significant changes, we may provide additional notice.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, contact us at: