GDPR Compliance Policy

Last Updated: January 11, 2026
Website: ritamugcakes.com
Operated by: Rita Mug Cakes (“we,” “us,” or “our”)

1. Our Commitment to Data Protection

At RitaMugCakes.com, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This GDPR Compliance Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – Regulation (EU) 2016/679.

This policy applies to users located in the European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA).

2. What Is the GDPR?

The GDPR is a European Union regulation designed to give individuals greater control over their personal data and to establish clear rules for how organizations collect, process, store, and protect that data.

3. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

  • Name and email address (when you contact us or subscribe to updates)
  • IP address, browser type, and device information
  • Approximate location data (country or region level only)
  • Cookies and usage data (pages visited, interactions, preferences)
  • Comments, messages, or form submissions you send us
  • Data collected through third-party services such as Google Analytics and Google AdSense

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data, including information related to health, religion, ethnicity, or biometric identifiers.

4. How We Use Your Personal Data

We process personal data for the following purposes:

  • Responding to inquiries and communications
  • Providing, maintaining, and improving our website and content
  • Analyzing traffic and user behavior for performance optimization
  • Displaying advertisements via Google AdSense
  • Sending newsletters or updates (only if you opt in)
  • Complying with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases for processing personal data:

  • Consent – when you voluntarily provide information or accept cookies
  • Legitimate Interests – for website operation, analytics, and security
  • Legal Obligation – when processing is required to comply with applicable laws

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Ensure website functionality and performance
  • Analyze visitor behavior and traffic patterns
  • Serve relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
  • Remember user preferences and consent choices

When you first visit our website, a cookie-consent banner allows you to accept, reject, or manage non-essential cookies. You may change or withdraw your consent at any time using the “Manage Consent” link in the website footer.

For more details, please review our Cookie Policy.

7. Your GDPR Rights

If you are located in the EU or EEA, you have the following rights:

  • Right of Access – request a copy of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification – correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Right to Erasure (“Right to Be Forgotten”) – request deletion of your data
  • Right to Restriction – limit how your data is processed
  • Right to Data Portability – receive your data in a machine-readable format
  • Right to Object – object to processing based on legitimate interests, including advertising
  • Right to Withdraw Consent – revoke consent at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please email contact@ritamugcakes.com with the subject line: “GDPR Request.”
We may request proof of identity to protect your data.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

Examples:

  • Newsletter subscriptions → until you unsubscribe
  • Contact form submissions → until your request is resolved

9. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services that process personal data, including:

  • Google Analytics – website traffic and usage analysis
  • Google AdSense – advertising services
  • Email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Brevo)
  • Cookie consent tools (e.g., CookieYes)

Some providers may process data outside the EU/EEA. In such cases, appropriate safeguards are used, including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent GDPR-approved mechanisms.

10. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data, including:

  • HTTPS encryption across the website
  • Secure servers and firewalls
  • Regular updates and security monitoring
  • Restricted access to personal data

Despite these measures, no method of online transmission or storage is completely secure. Use of the website is at your own risk.

11. Children’s Privacy

RitaMugCakes.com does not knowingly collect personal data from children under the age of 13.
If you believe we have unintentionally collected such data, please contact us immediately so it can be removed.

12. Policy Updates

We may update this GDPR Compliance Policy to reflect changes in legal requirements or our data practices.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised Last Updated date. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Information

For GDPR-related questions or privacy concerns, please contact us:

📧 Email: contact@ritamugcakes.com
🌐 Website: ritamugcakes.com