Welcome to https://somyaeats.com
Who We Are
This website is a personal blog/portfolio by Somya Giri. Contact: somyaeats@gmail.com. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information in line with UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and other UK laws.
What Data We Collect
We may collect, store and use these types of personal data:
- Name and contact details if you submit a contact form
- Email address if you subscribe to updates
- Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and usage statistics (via analytics, but only with your consent)
- Any other information you voluntarily provide
Comments
When you leave comments on recipes or posts, we collect the data shown in the comments form (such as your name, email address, and comment) along with your IP address and browser information. This helps with spam detection and moderation. Your comment may be displayed publicly along with your name. You can request deletion of your comment at any time.
How and Why We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Respond to your queries or messages
- Improve our website and understand visitor interests through analytics (only if you accept cookies)
- Comply with our legal obligations
- Prevent spam and ensure the security of our site
Cookies and Tracking
Upon your first visit, you will see a cookie consent banner. Non-essential cookies (like analytics) will only be set if you provide consent. You may withdraw or change your consent at any time by accessing the cookie settings on our site.
This website uses cookies and similar technologies in accordance with UK GDPR and other UK/EU regulations.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device to help the site function, remember your preferences, and improve your browsing experience. Some cookies are necessary for the website to work. Others are set only with your consent, such as those used for analytics or preferences.
Types of cookies we use:
- Necessary: Required for site operation (e.g., security, navigation, and basic functions).
- Functional: Remember your settings and choices (such as language or location).
- Statistics: Collect anonymous usage data to help us understand and improve our site, only with your consent.
- Marketing: Used to provide relevant content and measure effectiveness of any promotional efforts (not used unless stated).
Consent:
You are shown a cookie consent banner when you first visit. Non-essential cookies are only set if you accept them. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time using the cookie settings on this website.
How to manage cookies:
- Most browsers allow you to manage and delete cookies in your settings.
- You can also change your preferences anytime via our cookie banner or settings link.
Third-party cookies:
Some features or content (like contact forms or analytics) may use cookies set by trusted third-party providers. We do not control these cookies but ensure that only necessary cookies are set unless you provide consent.
Who We Share Data With
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data. Your data may be shared with trusted third-party services (like website analytics, hosting, email delivery) solely as required to provide this website. All third parties are required to keep your information secure and use it only for the designated purpose.
We may also share data if required by law (for example, with law enforcement or to respond to a legal process).
Data Storage and Security
Your information is stored securely and only for as long as necessary for the purposes stated above. We take reasonable steps to protect your data. No security can be guaranteed 100%, but we use up-to-date methods and restrict access to personal data.
Your Rights Under UK Law
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Restrict or object to particular processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: somyaeats@gmail.com
Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 18. If you are a parent and believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will promptly address it.
Links to Other Websites
This Site may link to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing information.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a new “last updated” date.
Last Updated: November 15, 2025