Last updated: [Friday, June 19, 2026]
The Meal Medley (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website themealmedley.com/ (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using the Site, you agree to the practices described here.
Information We Collect
Information you provide
- Comments: When you leave a comment, we collect the name, email address, and any details you enter, along with your IP address and browser information to help with spam detection.
- Newsletter: If you subscribe, we collect your email address (and optionally your name) so we can send recipes and updates.
- Contact form: When you contact us, we collect your name, email address, and message so we can respond.
Information collected automatically
- Usage and device data: Like most websites, we automatically collect information such as your IP address, browser type, device, pages visited, and the time and date of your visit.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar technologies to remember your preferences, understand how the Site is used, and improve your experience.
How We Use Your Information
- To publish and manage comments
- To send the newsletter and updates you requested
- To respond to your messages
- To analyze and improve the Site and its content
- To keep the Site secure and prevent spam and abuse
Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use them for essential Site functions and for analytics. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent; however, some parts of the Site may not function properly without them.
Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party services that may collect or process information on our behalf, including:
- Analytics (such as Google Analytics) to understand Site traffic and usage.
- Email delivery to manage and send our newsletter.
- Social and content platforms (such as Pinterest) when you use sharing or pinning features.
- Advertising partners, if and when we display ads, which may use cookies to serve relevant content.
These third parties have their own privacy policies governing how they handle your data.
Affiliate Links
Some links on the Site are affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you make a purchase. This does not affect the price you pay. See our Disclaimer for more details.
How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information. We share information only with the service providers described above, or when required by law.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights:
- If you are in the EEA or UK (GDPR): the right to access, correct, delete, restrict, or object to our use of your personal data, and the right to data portability.
- If you are in California (CCPA/CPRA): the right to know what personal information we collect, request its deletion, and opt out of the \”sale\” of personal information (we do not sell your information).
To exercise any of these rights, contact us using the details below.
Data Retention
If you leave a comment, the comment and its metadata are retained so we can recognize follow-up comments. Newsletter data is retained until you unsubscribe. Contact messages are kept as long as needed to respond and maintain our records.
Children\’s Privacy
The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information, but no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
International Visitors
The Site is operated from the usa. If you access it from elsewhere, your information may be transferred to and processed in that country.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at [email protected].