Privacy Policy

Last updated: 06/03/2025

Welcome to Oasis Pastry! We’re delighted you’ve found us at oasispastry.com. Our aim is for you to feel secure and informed about how we manage your personal details. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices: what we collect, how we use it, and our commitment to keeping it safe during your visit.

This policy covers:

  • Any information we gather from your interactions on our website.
  • Communications, such as emails or messages, you send to us.

It does not apply to:

  • Information you share offline or on external websites we may link to.
  • Data handled by third-party advertisements or other sites you navigate to from ours.

Please review this policy carefully. If you do not agree with its terms, we kindly ask that you refrain from using our site. We may update this policy periodically (refer to “Changes to This Policy” below), and your continued use of the site signifies your acceptance of any revisions.

1. Information We Collect and How We Obtain It

When you visit, we gather certain types of information:

  • Personal Identifiers: Details that directly identify you, such as your name or email address (e.g., when you subscribe to our newsletter or leave a comment).
  • Anonymous Metrics: Statistical data, like the number of visitors to a specific recipe page, which does not identify individuals.
  • Technical Data: Information about your device, such as your IP address or the type of browser you are using.

This information is collected through various means:

  • Directly from You: When you sign up for services or send us messages.
  • Automatically: Through technologies like cookies and server logs that record your activity on the site.
  • Via Third-Party Assistance: From analytics providers or advertising partners who help us understand site usage.

2. Information You Voluntarily Provide

Here are examples of data you might share with us:

  • Newsletter Subscriptions: Your name and email address to receive updates and recipes.
  • Comments: Your thoughts on our content, which become publicly visible. Please consider what you share.
  • Contact Forms: Your name, email, and the content of your message when you reach out to us.
  • Surveys: Your responses to questionnaires, which are entirely optional.

Kindly note: Comments you post are public. Other users can view them, and we cannot control how they use this information. Share only what you are comfortable with.

3. Information We Collect Automatically

As you navigate our website, we automatically gather:

  • Browsing Patterns: Which pages you view, how long you stay, and the website you came from.
  • Device Information: Essential details like your IP address, browser type, and operating system.
  • Cookies: Small data files that help us recognize you and display relevant advertisements. You can manage cookie settings in your browser, but be aware that some site features may not function optimally if cookies are disabled.

4. How We Utilize Collected Information

We use the data we collect to:

  • Operate and enhance the functionality and appeal of our website.
  • Deliver updates or newsletters if you have opted in.
  • Respond to your inquiries and feedback.
  • Offer content or products we believe you will enjoy.
  • Analyze user behavior to continually improve our services.
  • Ensure legal compliance and maintain site security.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. However, we may share it with:

  • Service Providers: Trusted partners, such as email service providers or analytics specialists, who assist us in operating our business.
  • Legal Compliance: If required by law, court order, or to protect our rights or safety.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

We also share aggregated, non-identifiable statistics, such as overall viewership numbers, to identify trends.

6. Third-Party Links and Advertisements

Our website may contain links to external sites, social media platforms, or partners. Clicking these links will direct you to sites governed by their own privacy policies, which are beyond our control. We encourage you to review their policies.

We collaborate with advertising networks like Google AdSense. These partners use cookies to deliver advertisements tailored to your interests. If you wish to opt out of personalized ads, you can adjust your settings via Google’s Ads Settings or the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) opt-out page.

7. Your Choices and Control

You have control over your information:

  • Account Updates: If you have an account, you can log in to modify your details.
  • Newsletter Opt-Out: Use the “Unsubscribe” link in any newsletter email to stop receiving communications.
  • Cookie Management: Adjust your cookie preferences through your web browser settings.
  • Data Deletion: To request the removal of your data, please email us at [email protected]. We will fulfill such requests to the extent permitted by law, though some data may be retained for legal obligations.

If you reside in California or Nevada, you may have additional rights, as detailed below.

8. Data Security Measures

We implement robust measures to safeguard your information. However, no online transmission or storage method is entirely foolproof. While we strive for maximum protection, we encourage you to contribute to your security by keeping your login credentials confidential and being mindful of what you share publicly.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including adherence to legal and regulatory requirements. Once no longer needed, we securely dispose of it or convert it into anonymous data.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children in this age group. If we inadvertently receive such data, we will promptly delete it.

11. Policy Amendments

We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time. When changes are made, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of the policy and post the revised version here. For significant changes, we may notify you via email or a prominent notice on our website. Your continued use of the site after such updates indicates your acceptance of the revised terms.

12. State-Specific Rights

Depending on your location, you may have specific rights:

  • California Residents: You may request that we do not share your personal information for direct marketing purposes.
  • Nevada Residents: You have the right to opt out of the sale of your personal data (please note, we do not sell personal data).

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

13. International Users

Oasis Pastry is based in the U.S., and our website is primarily designed for users within the United States. If you are accessing our site from outside the U.S., you acknowledge and agree that your information will be processed according to U.S. privacy regulations while you interact with us.

14. Contact Us

For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please reach out:

Oasis Pastry

Last updated: 06/03/2025