Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 5, 2025

At Make to Eat, your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you interact with our website, services, and platform. We are committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws in Denmark and the EU. By using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

  1. Data Controller Information

The data controller responsible for processing your personal data is:
Make to Eat
Perikumvej 7, Aalborg, Denmark
CVR Number: 31439914
Email: support@maketoeat.com
Phone: +45 24217832

  1. Personal Data We Collect

We collect personal data to provide and improve our services. The types of data we collect include:

2.1 Information You Provide to Us

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Contact details (e.g., phone number)
  • Account information (e.g., username, password)
  • Content you upload, such as recipes, comments, or messages
  • Payment information (if applicable for premium services)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our website or services, we may collect the following data automatically:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type and operating system
  • Pages visited, time spent, and actions performed on the website
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 7 for details).

2.3 Data from Third Parties

If you connect to Make to Eat through third-party services (e.g., Google, Facebook), we may receive certain data from those platforms, such as your profile information, in accordance with their privacy policies.

  1. Legal Basis for Processing Your Data

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: When you provide us with explicit consent (e.g., subscribing to our newsletter).
  • Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our agreement with you (e.g., account creation, service delivery).
  • Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws, such as tax or regulatory requirements.
  • Legitimate Interests: To improve our services, enhance user experience, and ensure the security of our platform.
  1. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  1. To provide, maintain, and improve our services.
  2. To personalize your experience and offer tailored content.
  3. To communicate with you, including responding to inquiries and sending updates.
  4. To process payments and manage subscriptions (if applicable).
  5. To ensure legal compliance and prevent fraud or misuse.
  1. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:

5.1 Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers to help us deliver our services, such as:

  • Hosting services
  • Analytics providers
  • Payment processors

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the purposes specified by us.

5.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your data if required by law or if we believe such action is necessary to:

  • Comply with legal obligations.
  • Protect and defend our rights or property.
  • Prevent fraudulent or illegal activities.

5.3 Business Transfers

If Make to Eat undergoes a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal data may be transferred to the new entity.

  1. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal obligations. When data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

  1. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies help us:

  • Remember your preferences and login details.
  • Analyze website traffic and improve functionality.
  • Deliver personalized content and ads.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features.

  1. Your Rights Under GDPR

As a resident of the European Union, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

8.1 Right to Access

You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

8.2 Right to Rectification

You can request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.

8.3 Right to Erasure (Right to Be Forgotten)

You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain conditions.

8.4 Right to Restrict Processing

You can request that we limit the processing of your data in specific situations.

8.5 Right to Data Portability

You can request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

8.6 Right to Object

You can object to the processing of your data for direct marketing or other purposes based on legitimate interests.

8.7 Right to Withdraw Consent

You can withdraw your consent at any time for data processing activities based on consent.

8.8 Right to Lodge a Complaint

If you believe we have violated your privacy rights, you can file a complaint with the Danish Data Protection Agency (Datatilsynet) or your local supervisory authority.

  1. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data. These include:

  • Encryption of sensitive information.
  • Secure server hosting.
  • Regular security audits and updates.

While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We encourage you to take precautions, such as using strong passwords, to protect your account.

  1. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

  1. Children’s Privacy

Make to Eat is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it promptly.

  1. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

  1. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your data, please contact us:

  1. Supervisory Authority Contact Information

If you wish to file a complaint, you can contact the Danish Data Protection Agency (Datatilsynet):