Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 2025

At Critical Cactus (“we,” “us,” “our”), your privacy matters. This Policy explains what we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.

1) Who We Are

Critical Cactus is a digital food & lifestyle publication sharing recipes, cooking tips, and editorial content.

Website: https://criticalcactus.com

2) Information We Collect

a) Information you provide

• Newsletter subscriptions
• Contact form submissions and comments
• Survey or giveaway entries

b) Information collected automatically

• IP address, device, browser type, operating system
• Pages viewed, referring/exit pages, timestamps
• Cookies, local storage, and similar technologies

c) Information from third parties

• Advertising and analytics partners (e.g., Google AdSense, Google Analytics, Pinterest, Meta)

3) How We Use Your Information

• Operate, maintain, and improve the website
• Personalize content and recipe recommendations
• Respond to comments and inquiries
• Measure performance and analyze trends
• Serve advertising that may be relevant to you

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

4) Cookies & Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to remember preferences, analyze traffic, and deliver personalized ads. You can disable cookies in your browser settings; some features may not function properly if disabled.

Learn more: How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services

5) Advertising & Affiliate Disclosure

Some posts contain affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Programs include, but are not limited to, Amazon Associates, ShareASale, and AvantLink.

Sponsored content is always labeled.

6) Embedded Content

Articles may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, recipe cards). Embedded content from other websites behaves as if you visited those sites directly and may collect data or use cookies per their policies.

7) Data Retention

Analytics data may be retained for up to 26 months. Contact form entries are kept as long as needed to respond or as required by law. You may request deletion (see Section 10).

8) Security

We use SSL encryption and secure hosting environments. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. Please use strong passwords and keep your software up to date.

9) Children’s Privacy

This site is intended for users aged 16+. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.

10) Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location (e.g., GDPR/EEA, CCPA/California), you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data; and to opt out of personalized advertising.

• Access/Deletion Requests: Email privacy@criticalcactus.com
• Ad Preferences: Manage cookie settings in your browser and via ad settings provided by platforms (e.g., Google Ad Settings).

11) International Transfers

Your information may be processed in countries other than your own. We take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place when data is transferred internationally.

12) Third-Party Services

We rely on third-party providers (hosting, analytics, advertising, email services). Their use of your information is governed by their respective privacy policies.

13) Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date will reflect the most recent changes. Your continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

14) Contact Us