Welcome to Local Food Matters. Your privacy is important to us, and we’re committed to keeping your personal information safe and secure. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.

1. What Information We Collect

We collect a few types of information to improve your experience on our site:

a. Information You Provide

If you sign up for our newsletter, leave a comment, or contact us, you may share:

  • Your name
  • Email address
  • Any details you include in a message

b. Information We Collect Automatically

When you visit our website, some details may be collected automatically, including:

  • Your IP address
  • The type of device and browser you’re using
  • Pages you visit and how long you stay

c. Cookies & Tracking

Like most websites, we use cookies to make your browsing experience better. You can change your browser settings to disable cookies if you prefer.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:
✔ Improve our website and content
✔ Respond to your questions or comments
✔ Send updates or newsletters (if you’ve signed up)
✔ Monitor website traffic and trends

We do not sell your personal information or share it with advertisers.

3. Third-Party Services

To keep our website running smoothly, we may use tools like:

  • Google Analytics (to understand what content people enjoy most)
  • Email Services (to send newsletters if you subscribe)
  • Advertising Platforms (like Google AdSense, if used)

These services may collect their own data, but they have their own privacy policies.

4. Your Choices & Rights

You have control over your information. You can:
📌 Request to see what personal data we have about you
📌 Ask us to delete your information
📌 Unsubscribe from emails anytime
📌 Block cookies in your browser

To make a request, email us at thefoodiefanclub@gmail.com.

5. How We Keep Your Information Safe

We take steps to protect your data, but no website is 100% secure. If we ever experience a security issue, we’ll take action right away.

6. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted here, with the date at the top.

7. Contact Us

Have questions about your privacy? Reach out!

📧 Email: thefoodiefanclub@gmail.com
🌐 Website: LocalFoodMatters.org

Thanks for trusting Local Food Matters!