Last Updated: April 2026

Your privacy matters to us at Protein Budget. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit ProteinBudget.com.

Introduction

Victoria Wellness (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “Company”) operates the High Protein Recipes website (highproteinrecipes.com). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our website.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Voluntarily:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number when you subscribe to our newsletter, contact us, or fill out forms
  • Account Information: If you create an account, we collect username, password, and profile information
  • User-Generated Content: Comments, feedback, recipe reviews, and messages you submit

Information Collected Automatically:

  • Device Information: Browser type, IP address, operating system, device type
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, referral source
  • Location Data: General location based on IP address (not precise location)
  • Cookies & Tracking Technologies: Cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to track user behavior and preferences

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Deliver recipes, content, and services you request
  • Send newsletters, updates, and promotional content (with your consent)
  • Improve our website, user experience, and content
  • Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • Personalize your experience and provide customized recommendations
  • Analyze website traffic and user behavior (analytics)
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
  • Display targeted advertising

3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

  • Remember your preferences and login information
  • Track website performance and user behavior
  • Enable targeted advertising
  • Analyze website traffic

Types of Cookies:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality
  • Performance Cookies: Measure website performance and user engagement
  • Functional Cookies: Remember user preferences
  • Marketing Cookies: Track behavior for targeted advertising

You can control cookie settings in your browser. Disabling cookies may limit website functionality.

4. Third-Party Services & Data Sharing

We may share your information with:

Service Providers:

  • Email marketing platforms (Mailchimp, ConvertKit, etc.)
  • Analytics services (Google Analytics)
  • Payment processors (Stripe, PayPal)
  • Hosting providers
  • Customer support tools

Legal Requirements:

  • Law enforcement or government agencies when required by law
  • To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
  • To enforce our Terms of Use
  • To prevent fraud or illegal activity

We do NOT sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

If you’re located in the European Union, you have the following rights under GDPR:

Your Rights:

  • Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate information
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data (“Right to be Forgotten”)
  • Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
  • Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, portable format
  • Right to Object: Opt-out of marketing communications and data processing
  • Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

Legal Basis for Processing:

  • Consent (for marketing communications)
  • Contractual necessity (to provide services)
  • Legal obligation (compliance with laws)
  • Legitimate interests (website improvement, security)

To exercise these rights, contact us at: contact@proteinbudget.com

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information, including:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
  • Secure password storage
  • Regular security audits
  • Restricted access to personal data

However, no security system is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information immediately.

8. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you’re a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to know what personal information is collected
  • Right to delete personal information
  • Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

To submit a request, contact: contact@proteinbudget.com

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in countries other than your country of residence. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, which may have data protection laws that differ from your country.

10. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce our agreements

You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

For privacy inquiries, data requests, or to exercise your rights, contact: