Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 2025

Hey, it’s Marcus.

Look, I know privacy policies aren’t exactly exciting reading. Trust me, I’d rather be talking about how to stop ground turkey from tasting like cardboard. But this stuff matters, so let me be straight with you.

Here’s the deal:

When I started NextWeekMeals, I wanted to build something different, a place where real people (like you and me, trying to figure out dinner on a Tuesday) could find recipes that actually work. Not a corporate meal kit trying to sell you stuff. Not another blog buried in ads. Just honest meal prep advice.

That means I need to be honest about how this website works, too.

The short version:

• I collect your email if you sign up for my newsletter (because how else would I send you recipes?)
• I see basic stuff like what recipes you click on (so I know what’s helpful)
• I use cookies like every website (the tracking kind, not the chocolate chip kind, though I have recipes for those too)
• I never, ever sell your information. Period.

If you want the full legal version (and you should read it, it’s your data), it’s below. I worked with a lawyer to make sure everything’s by the book, but I promise it’s not as scary as it sounds.

Got questions? Email me at contact[@]nextweekmeals.com. I answer every message myself, usually while Jake is asking me for the 47th time if he can have mac and cheese instead of what I actually made.

Alright, here’s the official stuff:

At nextweekmeals.com, we respect your privacy and are committed to being transparent about how we handle your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using this site, you agree to the practices described here.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Sign up for the newsletter (name and email address).
• Submit a message through our contact form.
• Leave a comment on a recipe post.

We only use this information with your consent and for the purpose you intended, such as delivering recipes to your inbox or responding to your questions.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you browse nextweekmeals.com, certain information is collected automatically:

• IP address and approximate location.
• Browser type, operating system, and device type (desktop, tablet, mobile).
• Pages visited, time spent, and navigation behavior.
• Referring sites (for example, if you came from a social media post).

This data helps us improve site performance, secure our platform, and better understand how readers use our content.

2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Like most websites, we use cookies and similar technologies. Cookies are small text files stored on your device to help the site run smoothly and to improve your experience.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function (e.g., security, comment forms).
• Analytics Cookies: Track site traffic and performance (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Functional Cookies: Remember preferences like your name when leaving a comment.
• Advertising Cookies: If we run ads, third parties may use cookies to serve relevant ads.

On your first visit, you’ll see a cookie banner where you can accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can also manage cookies anytime in your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for purposes such as:

• Responding to your emails or questions.
• Sending you newsletters or recipe updates if you subscribed.
• Monitoring and improving website performance.
• Protecting against fraud, spam, and abuse.
• Complying with legal requirements when necessary.

We never sell your personal data.

4. Data Retention

• Newsletter data: kept until you unsubscribe.
• Comments: stored indefinitely unless you request deletion.
• Technical and analytics data: stored for up to 14 months.

5. Sharing of Data

We only share your data with trusted third parties that help run our site, including:

• Hosting providers (server and database management).
• Analytics services (Google Analytics).
• Email services (Mailchimp or similar newsletter tools).

If required by law, we may also share information with authorities.

For visitors outside the United States, please note that your information may be processed in the U.S. By using this site, you consent to such transfers.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under privacy laws like the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) or the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). These may include the right to:

• Access the information we hold about you.
• Request corrections or deletion.
• Opt out of the sale of personal data (we do not sell).
• Withdraw consent to marketing emails.

To exercise these rights, email us at: contact[@]nextweekmeals.com.

7. Security

We use technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including encryption, firewall protection, and restricted server access. However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our site is intended for a general audience but is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can delete it.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page will always show when it was revised.

10. Contact

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled:
📧 contact[@]nextweekmeals.com

That’s the legal version.

The Marcus version:

Your data is safe with me. I’m not selling it, sharing it with sketchy companies, or doing anything weird. I just want to send you good recipes and make sure the website works properly.

If you ever want your data deleted or have questions, email me: contact[@]nextweekmeals.com

I promise I’ll respond like a normal person, not a lawyer.

Thanks for trusting me with your inbox (and your Sunday meal prep).

– Marcus

P.S. Now that we’ve got the boring stuff out of the way, go check out the newest recipes. I posted a ground turkey taco bowl recipe that even Jake approved, and that’s saying something.