Last Updated: 2/25/2025
At TheWorldBites.com, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679 and Google AdSense policies.
By using our website, you consent to the collection and processing of your data as described in this policy.
1. Data Controller Contact Information
TheWorldBites.com operates as the data controller for your personal data. If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, you can contact us at:
📧 Email: [email protected]
2. Personal Data We Collect
When you interact with TheWorldBites.com, we may collect the following types of data:
- Personal Identifiable Information (PII): Name, email address (only when voluntarily provided, e.g., when signing up for a newsletter).
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information.
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the site, referral sources.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Used for analytics, advertising, and improving user experience (see Cookies and Advertising Section below).
We do not collect sensitive personal data such as financial information, health data, or government-issued identifiers.
3. How We Collect Your Data
We collect data in the following ways:
- When you visit and browse our website.
- When you subscribe to our newsletter.
- Through cookies, third-party tracking, and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Google AdSense).
- When you interact with advertisements on our site.
4. Legal Basis for Processing Your Data
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: When you accept cookies or subscribe to our newsletter.
- Legitimate Interest: For website analytics, advertising, and improving user experience.
- Legal Obligation: When we are required to retain data for legal compliance.
5. How We Use Your Data
We use the data collected to:
✅ Provide and improve website functionality and user experience.
✅ Show relevant advertisements through Google AdSense.
✅ Analyze traffic and measure the effectiveness of our content.
✅ Respond to inquiries and communicate updates (if subscribed).
✅ Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
6. Google AdSense and Third-Party Advertising
TheWorldBites.com uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. This means:
- Google may collect and use data to show personalized or non-personalized ads.
- Cookies and tracking technologies help serve relevant ads.
- Users in the EEA (European Economic Area) will be asked for consent before personalized ads are shown.
- Google and third-party vendors may use cookies and similar tracking technologies for advertising.
Opting Out:
Users can manage ad preferences through Google Ad Settings.
For more information on how Google uses data, see Google’s Privacy Policy.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies for:
🔹 Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality.
🔹 Analytics Cookies: Help us track user engagement (Google Analytics).
🔹 Advertising Cookies: Used by Google AdSense to show relevant ads.
Managing Cookies
- You can accept or decline cookies when visiting our site.
- You can disable cookies in your browser settings.
- You can opt out of personalized ads via Google Ad Settings.
For more details, refer to our [Cookies Policy] (if applicable).
8. Data Sharing and Third-Party Services
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal data. However, we may share data with:
🔹 Google and Advertising Partners: To display ads.
🔹 Analytics Providers: To measure site traffic and performance.
🔹 Legal Authorities: If required by law.
All third-party services comply with GDPR and Google AdSense policies.
9. Data Storage and Security
We store personal data securely and only for as long as necessary. We implement:
✔️ Encrypted connections (SSL)
✔️ Access control measures
✔️ Regular security updates
Users have the right to request deletion of their data at any time.
10. Your Rights Under GDPR
As an EU user, you have the following rights under GDPR:
✔️ Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
✔️ Right to Rectification: Request corrections to your data.
✔️ Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data.
✔️ Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data.
✔️ Right to Object: Withdraw consent for data processing.
✔️ Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data.
✔️ Right to Lodge a Complaint: Contact a data protection authority.
To exercise these rights, contact us at : [email protected].
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
If significant changes occur, we will notify users via email or a website banner.
12. Contact Information
For any GDPR or privacy-related inquiries, contact us:
📧 Email: [email protected]