Effective Date: December 16, 2024
Last Update: August 10, 2025
Welcome to TheFoodrition.com (https://thefoodrition.com “we,” “our,” or “us”). Your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, use our services, or interact with our digital content.
1. Who We Are
TheFoodrition.com is a science-based food, nutrition, health and wellness platform headquartered in Canada with a global readership. We are committed to providing trusted, evidence-based content, digital products, and services to empower individuals in their wellness journey.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Identification Information
- Name, email address, phone number, billing information (when you purchase digital products)
b. Non-Personal Information
- Browser type, device type, IP address, geographic location, and website usage patterns
c. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
- Cookies, Google Analytics (via Site Kit), and similar technologies to analyze traffic and personalize content
d. User-Generated Content
- Comments, form submissions, surveys, or uploaded content from users
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected data to:
- Deliver and personalize content and digital products
- Respond to user inquiries and provide customer service
- Send newsletters, promotions, and updates (with your consent)
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Comply with legal obligations
- Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
4. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Your consent
- Contractual necessity
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Legitimate interests (such as improving our services)
5. Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share information with:
- Third-party service providers: Hosting (Hostinger), email marketing (Mailchimp or equivalent), affiliate networks (Amazon etc.), analytics tools (Google Site Kit), etc.
- Legal authorities: When required by law or to protect our legal rights
- Business transfers: In case of a merger, sale, or acquisition
6. Third-Party Tools and Plugins
We use third-party plugins such as:
- Google Site Kit for Analytics and Search Console
- Cache Plugins for performance optimization
- Affiliate tools such as Amazon Affiliate linking tools
- Form plugins: Contact Form 7 or WPForms
These tools may collect anonymized or personal data per their privacy policies.
7. Cookies Policy
We use cookies to:
- Understand user behaviour
- Store user preferences
- Deliver targeted advertising (e.g., Google AdSense, Amazon Affiliate links)
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.
8. Email and Communication
By signing up for newsletters or submitting forms, you consent to receive emails from us. You can opt out at any time using the unsubscribe link in the footer of our emails.
9. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.
10. Security
We employ SSL encryption, secure hosting and firewall protections to safeguard your information. We also rely on cybersecurity best practices and regular plugin updates.
11. Your Rights (CCPA, GDPR, etc.)
Depending on your location, you have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Object to data processing
- File a complaint with a supervisory authority (EU residents)
To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@thefoodrition.com
12. International Data Transfers
As a global website, data may be stored or processed in countries outside your jurisdiction, including Canada and the USA. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to modify this policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with the new effective date.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Email: info@thefoodrition.com
Telephone: +1 647-686-9337
Address: 61 Brightsview Drive
Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4E 3Z1
Canada