Last Updated: 01/01/2026

At tongtongcooks.com, one of our primary priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy document outlines the types of information we collect and record, and how we use it.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information from you in the following ways:

• Voluntary Information: This includes personal details such as your name, email address, and any data provided in the comments form when you leave a message on a recipe or sign up for a newsletter. We use this data to facilitate communication and for spam detection.
• Automatic Information (Log Files): Like most websites, we follow a standard procedure of using log files. This includes internet protocol (IP) addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), date and time stamp, referring/exit pages, and the number of clicks. These are not linked to any information that is personally identifiable; the purpose is for analysing trends and administering the site.

2. Cookies and Third-Party Technologies

Like most websites, we use “cookies” to store information about your preferences and the pages you access. We use the following third-party services:

• Google AdSense: As a third-party vendor, Google uses cookies (including DART cookies) to serve ads based on your visit to this site and others on the internet. You may decline the use of DART cookies by visiting the Google Ad and Content Network Privacy Policy.
• Google Analytics: We use this service to monitor and analyse site traffic to improve our content.
• Embedded Content (YouTube): Our posts may include embedded videos. Interacting with these videos allows YouTube to collect data regarding your interaction with the video player.
• WP Recipe Maker: This plugin uses cookies to remember your user preferences, such as switching between Metric and US Imperial units or checking off ingredients.

3. External Links and Third-Party Policies

Our website may contain links to other websites of interest. However, once you leave our site via these links, please note that we do not have control over those external websites. Therefore, we cannot be responsible for the protection and privacy of any information you provide while visiting such sites.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the data we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain our website and its features.
• Improve the user experience, particularly for our food content.
• Develop new recipes, services, and website functionality.
• Communicate with you directly (if you have opted-in to receive updates).

5. Australian Privacy Principles (APP) Compliance

In accordance with Australian law, we ensure that:

• Openness: We are transparent about why we collect data (to improve content and serve ads).
• Anonymity: Where possible, you may interact with the site anonymously (e.g., browsing without commenting).
• Data Security: We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse or unauthorised access.

6. International Data Transfers

As tongtongcooks.com uses global services like Google and YouTube, your data may be stored on servers located outside of Australia. By using this site, you consent to this international transfer of data.

7. Children’s Information

We prioritise adding protection for children using the internet. tongtongcooks.com does not knowingly collect any Personal Identifiable Information from children under the age of 13. If you think your child provided this kind of information on our website, please contact us immediately and we will do our best to promptly remove such information from our records.

8. Your Rights (Privacy Act & GDPR/ CCPA)

Under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), you have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request a correction of any inaccurate information.
• Make a complaint if you believe we have breached the Australian Privacy Principles.

9. Contact Us

For any privacy-related inquiries, please contact me at: tongtongcooks@gmail.com.