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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2024

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Contact information (name, email, phone number)
• Business information and project details
• Communication preferences
• Payment and billing information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide our food content creation services
• Communicate about projects and updates
• Process payments and manage accounts
• Improve our services and customer experience
• Send marketing communications (with consent)

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties except:

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal obligations
• With trusted service providers who assist in our operations
• To protect our rights and safety

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct or update your information
• Request deletion of your information
• Withdraw consent for marketing communications
• File a complaint with supervisory authorities

6. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions, contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (312) 555-0147
Address: 847 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60607, USA

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Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 2024

1. Service Agreement

By engaging FoodEssence Live's services, you agree to these terms and conditions. Our services include food blogging, recipe development, food photography, and related culinary content creation.

2. Service Delivery

• Project timelines are provided as estimates and may vary based on complexity
• Recipe development includes testing and refinement phases
• Content creation follows agreed specifications and brand guidelines
• Photography services include professional styling and editing

3. Payment Terms

• 50% deposit required to begin projects over $1,000
• Invoices are due within 30 days of delivery
• Late payment may result in project delays
• Refunds are handled case-by-case basis

4. Intellectual Property

• Developed recipes become client property upon full payment
• Photography rights transfer to client for agreed usage
• We retain portfolio and promotional usage rights
• Client content and trade secrets remain confidential

5. Client Responsibilities

• Provide accurate project requirements and feedback
• Supply necessary materials and information timely
• Respect our team's professional expertise
• Maintain confidentiality of our proprietary methods

6. Limitation of Liability

Our liability is limited to the project value. We are not responsible for indirect damages, lost profits, or consequential losses.

7. Contact Information

Questions about terms of service:

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (312) 555-0147

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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 2024

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and analyzing how you use our site.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled:

• Session management and security
• Form submission and contact functionality
• Cookie consent preferences

Analytics Cookies

These help us understand how visitors interact with our website:

• Page views and user behavior
• Traffic sources and popular content
• Performance optimization data

Marketing Cookies

These cookies help us deliver relevant content and measure campaign effectiveness:

• Social media integration
• Advertising preferences
• Remarketing and conversion tracking

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences through:

• Our cookie consent banner
• Your browser settings
• Third-party opt-out tools

Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:

• Google Analytics for website statistics
• Social media platforms for sharing
• Payment processors for transactions

For more information, contact us at [email protected]

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Cookie Preferences

Manage your cookie preferences below. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for the website to function.

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DMCA Copyright Policy

Last Updated: January 2024

Digital Millennium Copyright Act Compliance

FoodEssence Live respects intellectual property rights and complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). This policy outlines our procedures for addressing copyright infringement claims.

Copyright Protection

All content on FoodEssence Live, including recipes, photographs, articles, and graphics, is protected by copyright law. Original works are owned by FoodEssence Live or our clients, and used images are properly licensed.

Reporting Copyright Infringement

If you believe your copyrighted work has been used without permission, please provide our DMCA Agent with the following information:

• Your contact information (name, address, phone, email)
• Description of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Location of the allegedly infringing material on our website
• Statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
• Statement that the notification is accurate and you are authorized to act
• Your physical or electronic signature

DMCA Agent Contact Information

Send DMCA takedown notices to:

DMCA Agent: Maria Rodriguez
Email: [email protected]
Address: 847 West Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Phone: +1 (312) 555-0147

Counter-Notification Process

If you believe content was removed due to mistake or misidentification, you may file a counter-notification containing:

• Your contact information
• Description of removed content and its former location
• Statement under penalty of perjury that removal was due to mistake
• Consent to jurisdiction of federal district court
• Your physical or electronic signature

Response Time

We will respond to valid DMCA notices within 24-48 hours. Content may be removed during the review process to ensure compliance.

Repeat Infringer Policy

Users who repeatedly infringe copyright may have their access terminated at our discretion.

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GDPR Rights & Compliance

Last Updated: January 2024

Your Rights Under GDPR

As a data subject, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Right to Information

You have the right to know what personal data we collect, how we use it, and who we share it with.

Right of Access

You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you, including:

• Contact information and communication history
• Project details and business information
• Marketing preferences and consent records

Right to Rectification

You can request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

Right to Erasure

You can request deletion of your personal data when:

• Data is no longer necessary for original purpose
• You withdraw consent and no other legal basis exists
• Data has been unlawfully processed
• Required for compliance with legal obligations

Right to Restrict Processing

You can request limitation of processing in certain circumstances.

Right to Data Portability

You can receive your personal data in a structured format and transmit it to another controller.

Right to Object

You can object to processing based on legitimate interests or for marketing purposes.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on:

• Consent: Marketing communications and cookies
• Contract: Service delivery and client management
• Legitimate Interest: Business operations and improvement
• Legal Obligation: Compliance and record keeping

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary:

• Active client data: During relationship plus 7 years
• Marketing data: Until consent is withdrawn
• Financial records: 7 years after transaction
• Communication records: 3 years after last contact

International Transfers

When we transfer data outside the EU, we ensure adequate protection through:

• Adequacy decisions
• Standard contractual clauses
• Binding corporate rules
• Approved certification schemes

Data Protection Officer

Contact our Data Protection Officer:

DPO: Maria Rodriguez
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (312) 555-0147

Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise your GDPR rights, contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
Subject Line: "GDPR Rights Request - [Your Request Type]"
Response Time: Within 30 days (may be extended to 60 days for complex requests)