Last Updated: November 28, 2025
Website: ritamugcakes.com
Operated by: Rita
At RitaMugCakes.com, your privacy matters.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website, subscribe to our emails, or interact with our content.
We comply with all applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and Google AdSense Publisher Policies.
By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
RitaMugCakes.com is an independent dessert blog created by Chef Rita, dedicated to sharing quick, creative, and comforting dessert recipes — especially single-serve mug cakes and viral sweets that bring joy to everyday life.
2. Information We Collect
a) Personal Data (voluntarily provided)
- Name and email address (e.g., newsletter sign-up or contact form)
- Messages or comments you submit
- IP address and device information
We do not collect sensitive data such as race, religion, health, or biometric information.
b) Non-Personal Data (automatically collected)
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referrer URL and approximate location
- Cookie and usage data (via analytics and advertising tools)
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Operate and improve our website and user experience
- Respond to inquiries or comments
- Send newsletters (if you opt in)
- Analyze performance and traffic patterns
- Display personalized ads via Google AdSense
- Detect and prevent fraud or unauthorized activity
- Comply with legal requirements
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Cookies help us personalize your experience and serve relevant ads.
Types of Cookies Used:
- Essential Cookies – Enable core site functions
- Performance Cookies – Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Advertising Cookies – Personalized ads (Google AdSense / DoubleClick)
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.
🔗 Learn how Google uses cookies
5. Google AdSense & Advertising Partners
We use Google AdSense to display ads. Google and its partners may use cookies and similar technologies to serve ads based on your browsing activity.
You can opt out of personalized advertising here:
🔗 www.google.com/settings/ads
More details on Google’s partner data usage:
🔗 policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites
6. Email Marketing
When you subscribe to our newsletter, your name and email are stored securely through a third-party email service (e.g., Mailchimp or Brevo).
You can unsubscribe anytime via the link in our emails.
We never sell or share your email address with third parties.
7. Embedded Content & External Links
Our articles may include embedded videos, social media posts, or ads from other websites. These external sites may collect data and use tracking cookies.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
- Newsletter data: until you unsubscribe
- Analytics data: typically retained up to 26 months
9. Your Privacy Rights
Under GDPR (EU/EEA Residents)
You have the right to access, rectify, erase, or restrict processing of your data, and to withdraw consent at any time.
Under CCPA (California Residents)
You have the right to know what data is collected, request deletion, and opt out of data sales (we do not sell data).
You are entitled to equal service even if you exercise these rights.
To exercise any of these rights, please email contact@ritamugcakes.com with the subject line “Privacy Request.”
10. Children’s Privacy (COPPA)
We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.
If we learn we have inadvertently collected such information, we will delete it immediately.
Parents or guardians may contact us to request removal.
11. Data Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:
- SSL / HTTPS encryption
- Firewall and server security
- Regular updates and monitoring
- Restricted access for authorized staff only
No online method is 100% secure, but we take all possible steps to keep your data safe.
12. Policy Updates
We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
By continuing to use our site, you accept the updated policy.
13. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please reach out to:
📧 Email: contact@ritamugcakes.com
🌐 Website: ritamugcakes.com