Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 20, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how the website iamchef.pro (iamchef.pro) collects, uses, stores, and protects users’ personal data in accordance with the Law of Ukraine “On Personal Data Protection” and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. What Information We Collect

1.1. Data provided directly by the user:

Name and email address (when subscribing to the newsletter, leaving comments, or contacting us via the feedback form).
Text of comments and messages.

1.2. Data collected automatically (technical information):

IP address, browser type and version, operating system.
Device language settings.
Information about pages viewed, time spent on the Site, and referral sources.
Cookies.

2. Purpose of Processing Personal Data

We use the collected information to:

Ensure the stable operation of the Site and correct display of content in the appropriate language.
Process inquiries and provide responses via the feedback form.
Send news, recipes, and thematic digests (only with your prior consent).
Analyze traffic and improve user experience (UX/UI).
Prevent fraud, spam, and cyberattacks.

3. Cookies and Analytics Services

3.1. Cookies are small text files stored on your device to remember your preferences (for example, your selected language).

3.2. We use the following categories of cookies:

Category	Description
Essential (technical)	Necessary for the basic functioning of the Site.
Analytical and statistical	Help us understand how visitors interact with the Site (e.g., Google Analytics).
Marketing and advertising	Used to display relevant ads through advertising networks (e.g., Google AdSense).

3.3. You can disable or configure cookie storage in your browser settings at any time.

4. Data Transfer to Third Parties

4.1. We do not sell or transfer your personal data to third parties, except in the following cases:

Use of trusted third-party services for data processing (e.g., Google Analytics providers, email newsletter services) within the scope of their functions.
Requirements of applicable law or official requests from government authorities within the limits of the law.

5. Data Protection and Retention Period

5.1. We take appropriate technical and organizational security measures (including SSL encryption) to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.

5.2. Data is retained only for the period necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, or until you withdraw your consent.

6. User Rights

In accordance with data protection legislation, you have the right to:

Obtain information about which of your data is being processed.
Request correction of inaccurate or outdated data.
Request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”).
Withdraw your consent to the processing of personal data or unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time (via the link at the bottom of the email or by contacting us).

7. Changes to the Privacy Policy

7.1. We may periodically update this Policy to reflect legislative or functional changes to the Site. The updated version takes effect as of the date of its publication on the Site.