At ZeroWasteCook.in, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. Our mission is to provide practical zero-waste kitchen tips, composting guides, and eco-friendly lifestyle advice for Indian homes, all while ensuring your data is handled responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website. If you have any questions, please contact us at contact@zerowastecook.in (mailto:contact@zerowastecook.in).
Who We Are
ZeroWasteCook.in is a blog dedicated to helping Indian households adopt zero-waste kitchen practices through Hindi and English content. We share budget-friendly tips, DIY guides, and eco-friendly product recommendations to promote sustainable living. We respect your privacy and comply with Indian data protection laws, including the Information Technology Act, 2000, and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act).
What Data We Collect
We collect minimal data to enhance your experience on our website and provide relevant content. The data we collect may include:
- Personal Information:
- Name and email address if you subscribe to our newsletter or leave a comment.
- Information provided through our contact form, such as name, email, or message.
- Non-Personal Information:
- Data collected via cookies and analytics tools, such as browser type, IP address, visit duration, and pages viewed.
- Anonymous data collected through third-party tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand how you interact with our site.
Why We Collect Your Data
We use your data for the following purposes:
- Improving Our Website: Analytics data helps us understand which posts you enjoy, allowing us to create better content tailored to your interests.
- Communication: If you subscribe to our newsletter or use the contact form, we may send you updates, zero-waste tips, or responses to your queries.
- Advertising: Third-party ad networks (e.g., Google AdSense) may use cookies to display relevant ads based on your browsing behavior.
- Legal Compliance: We may share data if required by law (e.g., for government investigations).
Cookies and Third-Party Services
- Cookies:Our website uses cookies, which are small text files stored in your browser. These help us remember your preferences and optimize site performance. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect certain features.
- Third-Party Services:
- Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to track user behavior anonymously, helping us improve our content. This data does not include personal information.
- Google AdSense: Our site may display ads through Google AdSense, which uses cookies for personalized advertising. See Google’s Privacy Policy here.
- Social Media: We may include buttons to share content on platforms like X, Instagram, or WhatsApp, which may use third-party cookies.
How We Protect Your Data
We take several measures to safeguard your information:
- SSL Security: Our website uses HTTPS protocol to encrypt data transmission.
- Minimal Data Collection:We only collect data necessary for site functionality and user experience.
- Third-Party Sharing: We do not sell your data. Data is shared only with essential third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics, AdSense) under strict privacy guidelines.
- Data Retention:We store personal data (e.g., email addresses) only as long as you remain subscribed to our newsletter or as required by law.
Your Rights
Under Indian data protection laws (e.g., DPDP Act, 2023), you have the following rights:
- Access Your Data: You can request details about the data we hold about you.
- Delete Your Data:You can ask us to delete your data (e.g., unsubscribe from our newsletter).
- Control Cookies: You can manage cookies through your browser settings.
- Contact us at contact@zerowastecook.in (mailto:contact@zerowastecook.in) to exercise these rights.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites (e.g., Amazon, Flipkart) for product recommendations. These sites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their content or data practices. Please review their policies before engaging.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe your child’s data has been collected, please contact us immediately.
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 last updated date indicated below. Please check this page periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please email us at contact@zerowastecook.in (mailto:contact@zerowastecook.in). We will respond within 48 hours.
Last Updated: July 13, 2025