Effective Date: March 20, 2026. Privacy Policy: At Cooking 360, operated by Kevin Bouchard under Seasoned Cast Iron, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have when you visit Cooking360.ca.
This policy is intended to comply with applicable Canadian privacy laws, including the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), and also includes information relevant to visitors from the European Union and California.
Who We Are
Website: Cooking360.ca
Business Name: Seasoned Cast Iron
Owner: Kevin Bouchard
Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Privacy Contact: [email protected]
What Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Information submitted through contact forms
- Information posted in blog comments
We may also automatically collect certain technical information when you use the site, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Pages viewed
- Time spent on the site
- Referral source information
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Respond to messages or inquiries
- Operate and improve the website
- Monitor site performance and visitor behaviour
- Support comments and user interaction
- Send updates or newsletters if you opt in
- Maintain website security and prevent misuse
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cooking 360 uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and better understand how visitors use the site.
These may include:
- Essential site cookies
- Analytics cookies
- Functional cookies
We currently use:
- Google Analytics
- Jetpack
- A cookie consent banner
You can accept or decline non-essential cookies through our cookie banner. You can also manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
Third-Party Services
We use third-party tools and service providers to help operate the website, including:
- Bluehost for website hosting
- Google Analytics for traffic and usage reporting
- Jetpack for site performance, analytics, and security features
These providers may collect or process information under their own privacy policies.
Selling Products
Cooking 360 may promote or sell products related to the brand, including products under Seasoned Cast Iron. If a purchase is completed through a third-party platform, that platform’s privacy policy and terms will apply to the transaction.
Comments and User Submissions
If you leave a comment on the site or submit information through a contact form, we may collect the data shown in the form, along with your IP address and browser user agent string to help with spam detection and site moderation.
How We Share Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information only in limited situations, including:
- With service providers that help us run the website
- When required by law
- To protect our rights, users, or site security
Data Retention
We keep personal information only as long as needed for the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Your Privacy Rights in Canada
Under Canadian privacy law, including PIPEDA, you may have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information
- Request corrections to inaccurate information
- Withdraw consent where consent is the basis for collection or use
To make a privacy request, email us at [email protected].
Additional Rights for International Visitors
GDPR Rights for European Visitors
If you are located in the European Economic Area, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate personal data
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Restrict or object to certain processing
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format
CCPA Rights for California Residents
If you are a California resident, you may have the right to:
- Know what personal information is collected
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Request information about how your data is used
- Confirm that your personal information is not sold
We do not sell personal information.
Children’s Privacy
Cooking 360 is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical steps to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
External Links
Our website may contain links to other websites or third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to make a privacy-related request, please contact:
Kevin Bouchard
Cooking 360 / Seasoned Cast Iron
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Email: [email protected]
For more Information on Canadian Privacy Laws please visit the Office of the Privacy Commission of Canada and PIPEDA.
Visit the European Privacy Laws or California Privacy Laws for more information on International Privacy Laws.
Please visit Google for their privacy policy.