Effective Date: June 14, 2025
At SugarWiseLife.com, your privacy isn’t just a formality — it’s a core value that shapes how we operate. Whether you’re reading one of our diabetic-friendly recipes, downloading a free resource, or subscribing to our updates, we are committed to protecting your personal data and being fully transparent about how we collect, use, and secure it.
This document outlines how we comply with two of the most respected global data privacy regulations:
- GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) for users in the European Union, and
- CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) for California residents.
If you’re part of our global community — especially from the EU or California — this page is for you.
Table of Contents
What This Policy Covers
This GDPR & CCPA Privacy Policy explains:
- What types of personal data we collect and why
- How we use, share, and protect that data
- Your rights under GDPR and CCPA
- How to make a data request
- Our commitment to data transparency
This policy complements our main Privacy Policy, which we also encourage you to read.
GDPR Rights – For Our EU Visitors
If you’re located in the European Union or European Economic Area (EEA), the GDPR gives you the following rights:
- Right to Access – Request a copy of any personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification – Ask us to correct inaccurate or outdated information.
- Right to Erasure – Request that your data be deleted (unless we are legally required to retain it).
- Right to Restrict Processing – Ask us to pause or limit the processing of your personal data.
- Right to Data Portability – Receive your data in a portable format and transfer it to another provider.
- Right to Object – Object to the use of your data for marketing or profiling.
We respect your rights and aim to respond to all valid requests promptly and thoroughly.
CCPA Rights – For California Residents
If you live in California, the CCPA grants you specific rights regarding your personal information. You have the right to:
- Know what categories of personal data we collect and why
- Request access to the personal information we have stored
- Ask us to delete your personal data (with some legal exceptions)
- Opt out of the sale of personal information
- Receive the same level of service and access, even if you exercise your privacy rights
Please note: SugarWiseLife.com does not sell personal data. We never have, and we never will.
How We Collect & Use Data
We may collect certain information when you:
- Subscribe to our email list or newsletter
- Fill out contact forms or surveys
- Leave a comment on a blog post
- Participate in a giveaway or event
- Interact with embedded services (e.g., videos, social buttons)
We may use your data to:
- Send you the content you’ve requested (e.g., newsletters or downloads)
- Respond to your messages or questions
- Improve our website and optimize your user experience
- Analyze visitor behavior via tools like Google Analytics
- Keep our site safe through anti-spam filters like Akismet
Again, we do not sell, rent, or exchange your data with third parties.
How to Make a Data Request
To access, correct, or delete your personal data, email us at:
contact@sugarwiselife.com
Please include enough information to verify your identity and clarify your request. We aim to respond within 30 days, in accordance with data protection laws.
How We Protect Your Data
We take your privacy seriously and apply industry-standard security measures, including:
- HTTPS encryption for secure browsing
- Secure storage and processing of newsletter subscriptions via trusted providers like ConvertKit
- Periodic reviews of our data handling and protection practices
However, please be aware that no digital platform is 100% immune to breaches. We encourage you to:
- Use strong, unique passwords for online accounts
- Avoid sharing sensitive medical or financial information through unencrypted forms
Policy Updates
As our site evolves and as privacy laws change, we may update this policy. The “Effective Date” at the top of this page will always reflect the most recent version.
We encourage you to revisit this page periodically to stay informed.
Questions? We’re Here to Help
If anything in this policy is unclear, or if you’d like more information, feel free to reach out:
At SugarWiseLife.com, we believe that privacy is a shared responsibility built on clarity, respect, and trust. We’re honored to be part of your wellness journey — and grateful for the opportunity to serve you better.