Effective Date: May 20, 2025
Last Updated: May 20, 2025
At DineAndDig.com (“we,” “our,” “us”), we are committed to being fully transparent with our readers and compliant with both FTC (Federal Trade Commission) guidelines and GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) requirements. This page outlines how we comply with both U.S. and EU regulations regarding advertising, data privacy, and your rights as a visitor to our website.
1. FTC Compliance
The Federal Trade Commission requires websites to disclose their relationship with brands, products, and services they promote—especially when financial compensation or sponsorship is involved.
A. Affiliate Links
Some links on DineAndDig.com may be affiliate links, meaning we may earn a commission when you click a link and make a purchase. This comes at no additional cost to you. These commissions help support the maintenance and growth of our site.
We only recommend products or services we have used personally, tested, or believe provide value to our readers. Affiliate relationships may include, but are not limited to:
- Amazon Associates
- Kitchen equipment and food delivery services
- Cooking tools and ebooks
All such links are disclosed clearly in our posts, often with a note like:
“This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.”
B. Sponsored Content
If we publish sponsored posts or receive compensation for writing content about a brand, product, or service, we will clearly disclose that the post is sponsored at the beginning of the article.
We maintain editorial integrity and always share our honest opinions, findings, and experiences.
2. GDPR Compliance
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) applies to any organization collecting or processing personal data of EU residents. Whether you’re visiting from the EU or anywhere else in the world, we take your privacy seriously.
A. Lawful Basis for Collecting Data
We collect and process your data only when we have a lawful reason, including:
- Your consent (e.g., subscribing to our newsletter)
- A legitimate interest (e.g., improving site performance)
- Legal obligation (e.g., tax documentation for affiliate earnings)
B. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect the following personal information:
- Name and email address (when you sign up or contact us)
- IP address and location data
- Browser and device details
- Preferences (e.g., selected content or topics of interest)
We never sell or rent your personal information.
C. Your Rights Under GDPR
If you are an EU resident, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Correct or update inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
- Restrict or object to data processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- File a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority (DPA)
To request changes or deletion of your data, please contact us at mark@dineanddig.com.
D. Data Retention
We retain your data only for as long as necessary:
- For the purpose it was collected
- To comply with legal obligations
- To fulfill our affiliate program responsibilities
You can unsubscribe from our email list at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails.
3. Use of Cookies and Analytics
We use cookies and third-party tools to improve your browsing experience and serve relevant ads. This may include:
- Google Analytics for traffic insights
- Ezoic or Google AdSense for ad personalization
- Affiliate cookies to track clicks and conversions
We provide full transparency on cookie usage in our Cookie Policy.
Visitors from the EU will be shown a cookie consent banner upon arrival, allowing them to opt in or out of non-essential cookies.
4. Email Marketing & Consent
When you subscribe to our newsletter:
- You consent to receive periodic emails with recipes, tips, or site updates
- You can withdraw consent at any time using the “unsubscribe” link in any email
We use secure third-party email services (like Mailchimp or ConvertKit) that comply with GDPR standards.
5. Third-Party Disclosure
We may share limited user data with trusted third parties to operate our website (e.g., web hosting, email delivery, affiliate networks). These partners are GDPR-compliant and only receive data necessary to perform their services.
We do not sell or share your personal data for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
6. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.
7. Updates to This Compliance Page
We reserve the right to modify or update this compliance page at any time. Updates will be posted here with the latest revision date. Continued use of the Site indicates your acceptance of the current version.
8. Contact Us
For questions regarding FTC disclosures, GDPR compliance, or your privacy rights, please reach out:
📧 Email: mark@dineanddig.com
🌐 Website: https://dineanddig.com