Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 15, 2025

The Simple Version: I respect your privacy and only collect information that helps me share better recipes with you. I’ll never sell your email to anyone, and you can ask me to delete your information anytime. Keep reading for all the details!

Information I Collect

Information You Give Me Directly

When you interact with Daily Cake, here’s what you might share with me:

  • Email Address: When you subscribe to my newsletter or contact me with questions about recipes
  • Name: If you choose to include it when emailing me or leaving comments
  • Baking Questions & Stories: When you email me about recipe troubles or share your baking successes
  • Comments: Any feedback you leave on recipes or blog posts
  • Recipe Preferences: If you tell me about dietary restrictions or cake types you’re interested in

Information I Collect Automatically

Like most websites, Daily Cake automatically collects some technical information to help me understand how people use the site:

  • Website Usage: Which recipes you view, how long you stay, which pages are most popular
  • Device Information: What type of device and browser you’re using (so I can make sure recipes display properly)
  • Location (General): Your general location (like “North Carolina, USA”) to understand where my readers are located
  • Referral Source: How you found Daily Cake (Google search, Pinterest, direct visit, etc.)

How I Use Your Information

I use the information I collect to:

  • Send You Recipes: Email you new cake recipes and baking tips (only if you’ve subscribed)
  • Answer Your Questions: Respond to your baking questions and recipe troubleshooting requests
  • Improve the Website: Figure out which recipes are most popular and what content you’d like to see more of
  • Fix Technical Issues: Identify and solve problems with the website
  • Prevent Spam: Keep the comment sections and contact forms free from spam and inappropriate content
  • Create Better Content: Understand what types of cakes and techniques interest you most

What I DON’T Do: I will never sell, rent, or give away your email address or personal information to other companies. I don’t send promotional emails for other businesses, and I don’t share your baking questions or personal stories without your permission.

Cookies & Tracking

Daily Cake uses cookies (the digital kind, not the edible kind!) to make your experience better. Here’s what they do:

Essential Cookies

  • Remember if you’ve subscribed to my newsletter (so I don’t keep asking)
  • Keep track of your preferences (like if you prefer metric measurements)
  • Make sure comment forms work properly

Analytics Cookies

I use Google Analytics to understand how people use Daily Cake. This helps me know:

  • Which recipes are most popular
  • How people navigate the site
  • What devices people use (so I can optimize for mobile baking!)
  • General location of visitors (country/state level only)

You can turn off cookies in your browser settings, but some features of the website might not work as well.

Third-Party Services

Daily Cake works with a few trusted services to function properly:

Email Newsletter Service

I use a reputable email service provider to send newsletters. They only have access to your email address and name (if provided), and they follow strict privacy rules.

Website Analytics

Google Analytics helps me understand website traffic. Google has their own privacy policy that governs how they handle data.

Website Hosting

My web hosting provider stores the website files and may collect basic server logs for security purposes.

Comment Systems

If you leave comments, they’re stored on my website server. I moderate all comments and don’t share them with third parties.

Data Protection & Security

I take protecting your information seriously. Here’s how I keep your data safe:

  • Secure Transmission: Daily Cake uses SSL encryption (that’s the “https://” you see in your browser)
  • Limited Access: Only I have access to subscriber emails and contact information
  • Regular Backups: Website data is backed up regularly and stored securely
  • Password Protection: All admin areas are protected with strong passwords
  • Updated Software: I keep all website software updated with the latest security patches

Important Note: While I do my best to protect your information, no internet transmission is 100% secure. Please don’t email me sensitive information like credit card numbers or social security numbers.

Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA Compliant)

You have control over your personal information. Here’s what you can do:

Access Your Information

Want to know what information I have about you? Email me at [email protected] and I’ll send you a summary within 30 days.

Update Your Information

Need to change your email address or update your preferences? Just send me an email and I’ll make the changes right away.

Delete Your Information

Want me to delete your information completely? No problem! Email me with “DELETE MY DATA” in the subject line, and I’ll remove:

  • Your email from my newsletter list
  • Any personal information from our email correspondence
  • Comments you’ve left (if you can identify which ones are yours)

Unsubscribe Anytime

Every newsletter has an unsubscribe link, or you can email me directly. I’ll remove you from the list within 24 hours (and honestly, I’ll be a little sad to see you go!).

Data Portability

Want to take your data with you? I can provide your information in a readable format if you ask.

Children’s Privacy

Daily Cake is designed for adult home bakers. I don’t knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you’re under 18, please have a parent or guardian help you when contacting me or subscribing to newsletters.

If I become aware that I’ve collected information from a child under 13, I’ll delete it immediately.

International Visitors

Daily Cake welcomes bakers from around the world! If you’re visiting from outside the United States, please know that your information may be stored on servers located in the US. By using Daily Cake, you agree to this transfer of information.

I follow privacy protection standards that meet or exceed requirements in the US, EU, and other international jurisdictions.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

If I need to update this privacy policy, I’ll:

  • Post the new version on this page with an updated date
  • Send an email to newsletter subscribers if the changes are significant
  • Give you time to review changes before they take effect

I’ll only make changes to better protect your privacy or to comply with legal requirements.

Contact Me About Privacy

Privacy Questions or Concerns

Email: [email protected]

Subject Line: Use “PRIVACY QUESTION” so I can prioritize your message

Response Time: I personally handle all privacy requests and typically respond within 24-48 hours, often sooner.

Mailing Address:
Casey Morgan – Daily Cake
Asheville, North Carolina, USA
(Available upon request for official privacy requests)

Legal Compliance

This privacy policy complies with:

  • GDPR: European Union General Data Protection Regulation
  • CCPA: California Consumer Privacy Act
  • CAN-SPAM Act: US email marketing regulations
  • COPPA: Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act

Governing Law: This privacy policy is governed by the laws of North Carolina and the United States.

Questions or Concerns? Don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d much rather answer your questions than have you worry about your privacy. I’m committed to being transparent about how I handle your information.