Data Deletion Request
Last Updated: 2 January 2026
Your Right to Data Deletion
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable privacy laws, you have the right to request the deletion of your personal data. We are committed to honoring your privacy rights and will process deletion requests in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
What Data Can Be Deleted
When you request data deletion, we can remove the following personal information associated with your account:
- Your account information (email address, name)
- All recipes you have created
- All collections and cookbooks you have created
- Recipe images and other uploaded files
- Your preferences and settings
- Analytics data associated with your account
Note: Some data may be retained for legal or legitimate business purposes, such as:
- Data required to comply with legal obligations
- Data necessary for the establishment, exercise, or defense of legal claims
- Anonymized data that cannot be linked back to you
How to Request Data Deletion
To request the deletion of your personal data, please send an email to our data protection team at:
Email Address:
data-protection@cookbook.directoryIn your email, please include:
- Your full name
- The email address associated with your account
- A clear statement that you wish to delete your account and all associated data
- Any additional information that may help us locate your account
Processing Your Request
Once we receive your deletion request, we will:
- Verify your identity to ensure the security of your account
- Review your request and confirm what data will be deleted
- Process the deletion within 30 days (or as required by applicable law)
- Confirm completion of the deletion via email
Important: Once your data is deleted, it cannot be recovered. Please ensure you have exported or saved any data you wish to keep before requesting deletion.
Questions or Concerns
If you have any questions about data deletion or need assistance with your request, please contact us at data-protection@cookbook.directory or dpo@cookbook.directory.