Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 18, 2025

Welcome to Flour & Pots — your cozy corner for food, travel, and curiosity. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit www.flourandpots.com.

We believe in transparency, trust, and respect — just like any good recipe. By accessing or using this Website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use. This policy may be updated occasionally, so we encourage you to check back from time to time.

1. What Information We Collect

We collect two types of data:

Personal Information (you give us):

  • Your name and/or email address when you:

    • Subscribe to our newsletter

    • Leave a comment

    • Fill out a contact or inquiry form

    • Participate in a survey, contest, or promotion

Non-Personal / Automatic Data (we collect automatically):

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device type and operating system

  • Referring website

  • Pages visited and time spent

  • Clicks and interactions on the Website

This data is used in aggregate to improve your experience and understand how our content is performing for you and all uses.

2. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Yes, we use cookies. 🍪

Cookies are small files stored on your browser to enhance your experience. We use them to:

  • Analyze traffic with tools like Google Analytics

  • Save your preferences

  • Track how users interact with content

  • Provide relevant advertising

You can control or disable cookies in your browser settings. Note that some features of this Website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

Helpful links to manage cookies:

3. Email Newsletters

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we may send you occasional updates, recipes, travel stories, or other blog-related content. Emails may include tracking pixels to help us know what content you're enjoying (e.g., if you opened it, clicked a link, etc.).

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link at the bottom of any email or contacting us directly.

4. Third-Party Tools & Services

We work with a few third-party services to operate the site and serve you better:

  • Google Analytics – collects anonymous data on site usage

  • Mailchimp (or equivalent) – manages our newsletter and email list

  • Affiliate networks – help support the blog when you click and purchase through affiliate links

  • Advertising partners – may use cookies to serve relevant ads

These third parties have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.

5. Affiliate Disclosure

Flour & Pots participates in affiliate marketing programs, which means we may earn a small commission if you click on a link and make a purchase — at no additional cost to you. These links help support our content creation. All affiliate links will be clearly disclosed in posts.

6. Comments and Public Data

If you leave a comment, the name and content you provide may be visible to others. You’re welcome to use a nickname if you prefer. We do not use this data for any purpose beyond displaying your comment.

7. Your Rights (EEA Residents)

If you're located in the European Economic Area, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction or deletion

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise any of these rights, email us at emma@flourandpots.com.

8. Sponsored Content & Partnerships

We occasionally collaborate with brands on sponsored posts or giveaways. These will always be clearly marked. Even if compensated, we only share products and experiences we genuinely believe align with our brand and audience.

9. Nutrition Information Disclaimer

While we may occasionally provide nutritional estimates for recipes, this information is approximate and should not be treated as professional dietary advice. Always consult a healthcare provider for any medical or nutritional concerns.

10. Copyright & Content Use

All content on this Website — including text, photos, and downloadable materials — is the property of Flour & Pots unless otherwise noted.

You may:

  • Share one image with credit and a link back to the original post

  • Quote up to 100 words, with a link back to the source

You may not:

  • Repost full recipes or articles

  • Edit or modify our content

  • Use our content for commercial purposes without permission

11. Ads & Retargeting

We may partner with advertisers who serve ads tailored to your interests. These companies may use cookies to collect information from your browsing behavior, both here and on other websites, to show you relevant ads.

You can adjust your preferences in your browser settings or visit the Digital Advertising Alliance for opt-out options.

12. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated occasionally. Any changes will be reflected here with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Website means you accept any changes.

13. Contact Us

Questions or concerns? We’re here to help.
📩 Email me at: emma@flourandpots.com