Privacy Policy

1. Data Controller Information

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

Boostrefine
303 Pearl Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78215, USA
Phone: +1 210-212-7260
Email: assist@boostrefine.world
Website: https://boostrefine.world

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data, you may contact us using the details above or through our contact form.

2. Scope and Purpose of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to all personal data collected through the website boostrefine.world and any associated services operated by Boostrefine. We are committed to processing personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) where applicable, and other relevant privacy legislation in jurisdictions where our visitors reside.

Boostrefine operates an informational daily recipe platform providing general cooking content, educational resources, and related services. This policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, how long we retain it, and what rights you have regarding your personal information.

3. Categories of Personal Data We Collect

3.1 Data You Provide Directly

When you use our contact form or communicate with us, we may collect the following personal data:

• Full name
• Email address
• Message content and any additional information you voluntarily include
• Consent records related to data processing

3.2 Data Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain technical data may be collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies, including:

• IP address (which may be anonymized)
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Referring URL
• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Date and time of access
• Device type and screen resolution

3.3 Data We Do Not Collect

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data such as health information, racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs, or biometric data. Our recipe content is general and informational — we do not request or store dietary health profiles or medical histories.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

Under the GDPR, we process personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent (Article 6(1)(a)): When you submit our contact form and check the GDPR consent box, you provide explicit consent for us to process your name, email, and message for the purpose of responding to your inquiry. You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing prior to withdrawal.
• Legitimate Interests (Article 6(1)(f)): We process certain technical data to ensure website security, prevent fraud, analyze site performance, and improve user experience. Our legitimate interests do not override your fundamental rights and freedoms.
• Legal Obligation (Article 6(1)(c)): We may process and retain data where required by applicable law, regulation, or legal process.
• Contractual Necessity (Article 6(1)(b)): If you purchase an educational program or paid content, we process data necessary to fulfill our contractual obligations, including payment processing and delivery of purchased materials.

5. Purposes of Data Processing

We use collected personal data for the following specific purposes:

• Responding to inquiries submitted through our contact form
• Providing customer support related to our informational content and educational programs
• Processing and fulfilling orders for paid educational products where applicable
• Improving website functionality, content relevance, and user experience
• Analyzing aggregated, anonymized usage patterns to guide content development
• Complying with legal obligations and responding to lawful requests from authorities
• Protecting the security and integrity of our website and services
• Managing cookie preferences and honoring your privacy choices

We do not use your personal data for automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or similarly significant effects.

6. Data Retention Periods

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required by law:

• Contact form submissions: Retained for up to 24 months from the date of submission, after which they are securely deleted unless an ongoing correspondence requires extended retention.
• Purchase and transaction records: Retained for up to 7 years to comply with tax, accounting, and legal requirements.
• Cookie consent records: Retained for up to 12 months, aligned with the cookie expiry period.
• Server logs and technical data: Retained for up to 90 days, after which they are anonymized or deleted.
• Analytics data: Retained in aggregated, anonymized form for up to 26 months.

When retention periods expire, personal data is securely deleted or irreversibly anonymized.

7. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties. We may share data with the following categories of recipients only when necessary:

• Service providers: Hosting providers, email delivery services, and analytics platforms that process data on our behalf under strict data processing agreements.
• Legal authorities: When required by law, court order, or governmental regulation.
• Professional advisors: Lawyers, accountants, or auditors bound by confidentiality obligations.

All third-party processors are required to implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data and process it only according to our documented instructions.

Where data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission or adequacy decisions.

8. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmitted between your browser and our servers
• Secure hosting infrastructure with regular security updates and monitoring
• Access controls limiting personal data access to authorized personnel only
• Regular review of data processing activities and security practices
• Incident response procedures for potential data breaches

While we take reasonable steps to protect your data, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and exercise caution when sharing personal information online.

9. Your Rights Under GDPR and Applicable Laws

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data where there is no compelling reason for continued processing.
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of processing under certain circumstances.
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format.
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with a supervisory authority in your country of residence.

For California residents, additional rights under the CCPA may include the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at assist@boostrefine.world or through our contact form. We will respond within 30 days of receiving a verifiable request.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality and analyze usage. For detailed information about the cookies we use, their purposes, and how to manage your preferences, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

11. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed at individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

12. Advertising and Third-Party Platforms

Boostrefine may use third-party advertising platforms, including Google Ads, to promote our informational content in the United States. When you arrive at our website through an advertisement:

• The landing page content corresponds to the general recipe and cooking education services we describe in our ads
• We do not use advertising to promote medical treatments, health products, or unsubstantiated wellness claims
• Any data collected through advertising cookies requires your consent via our cookie banner
• We comply with applicable US advertising standards, including FTC guidelines on truthful advertising and clear business identification

For information about how advertising partners may process data, see our Cookie Policy.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will update the date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy regularly. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Information for Privacy Inquiries

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or the processing of your personal data, please contact:

Boostrefine — Privacy Team
303 Pearl Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78215, USA
Email: assist@boostrefine.world
Phone: +1 210-212-7260

We are committed to resolving privacy-related concerns promptly and transparently.