Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 2025

At FunctionalFoodGuide.org, your privacy matters. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it when you visit our website.

Information We Collect

When you use our site, we may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information: Only if you choose to share it (e.g., when submitting a success story, filling out the contact form, or emailing us). This may include your name, email address, or supporting documents you provide.
Non-Personal Information: General data like browser type, device, and anonymous traffic statistics collected through cookies or analytics tools. This helps us improve the website experience.

How We Use Your Information

We may use the information you provide to:

Respond to inquiries or messages you send us.
Review and publish success stories (only with your explicit written consent and respecting your chosen level of anonymity).
Improve website content and user experience.
Maintain the security and proper functioning of the website.

We will never sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

Success Story Submissions

If you submit a healing success story, we will:

Require written consent via our release form.
Respect your chosen privacy settings (e.g., initials only, anonymous, blurred reports).
Remove your story from the website if you request this at any time.

Cookies & Analytics

Like most websites, we may use cookies and analytics tools to understand how visitors use the site. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.

Data Protection

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, misuse, or loss. However, no online platform can guarantee absolute security.

External Links

Our site may contain links to external websites (e.g., research articles, foundations, or resources). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed toward children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from them.

Your Rights

You may request:

A copy of any personal information we hold about you.
Corrections to your personal data.
Removal of your personal data (including published stories).

Simply contact us through the Contact Page to make a request.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:

Email: carine@functionalfoodguide.org
Website: functionalfoodguide.org