1. Introduction
Welcome to NutrientShield.com ("we," "us," "our," or "NutrientShield"). We are committed to
protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and share your personal
information.
This Privacy Policy explains our data practices when you visit our website at
nutrientshield.com, create an account, use our tools
(such as the Nutrient Calculator, Recipe Finder, or games), or interact with our services.
By using NutrientShield, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with
this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our website.
2.1 Information You Provide
When you create an account or use our services, you may provide:
| Data Type |
Examples |
Purpose |
| Account Information |
Username, email address, password (encrypted) |
Create and manage your account |
| Profile Information |
Age, gender, dietary preferences |
Personalize nutrient calculations and recommendations |
| Health Information |
Height, weight, food intake (entered voluntarily) |
Calculate nutrient needs and deficiency risks |
| Payment Information |
Processed securely by third-party payment providers |
Premium subscription purchases |
| User Content |
Saved recipes, blog posts, game scores |
Provide personalized features |
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, we automatically collect:
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type
- Log Data: IP address, pages visited, time spent, referring URLs
- Cookies: Small files stored on your device (see Section 4)
- Usage Data: Features used, buttons clicked, search queries
2.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive information from:
- Analytics Providers: Google Analytics provides aggregated visitor statistics
- Advertising Partners: Google AdSense may share ad interaction data
- Payment Processors: Confirmation of successful transactions (not full payment details)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
| Purpose |
Legal Basis (GDPR) |
| Provide and maintain our services |
Contract performance |
| Create and manage your account |
Contract performance |
| Process premium subscriptions |
Contract performance |
| Calculate personalized nutrient recommendations |
Contract performance / Consent |
| Save your recipes and preferences |
Contract performance |
| Display relevant advertisements (Google AdSense) |
Consent / Legitimate interest |
| Analyze website usage and improve our services |
Legitimate interest |
| Send important account notifications |
Contract performance |
| Prevent fraud and ensure security |
Legitimate interest / Legal obligation |
| Comply with legal requirements |
Legal obligation |
Health Data Note: Any health-related information you enter (such as weight,
height, or food intake) is used solely to provide you with personalized nutrient calculations.
We do not share this information with third parties for marketing purposes.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. For complete details about
the cookies we use and how to manage them, please see our
Cookie Policy.
Cookie Categories:
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality (login, security)
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics)
- Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant ads (Google AdSense)
You can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner or by visiting our
Cookie Policy page.
Opt-Out Options:
5. Third-Party Services
We integrate with the following third-party services to provide our features:
Note: When you use features like Recipe Finder or the Nutrient Calculator,
search queries may be sent to these third-party APIs. We do not send your personal account
information to these services.
6. Data Sharing
We do NOT sell your personal information.
We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: Third parties that help us operate our website (hosting, payment processing, analytics)
- Advertising Partners: Google AdSense receives cookie data for ad personalization (with your consent)
- Affiliate Partners: When you click affiliate links, partners may receive referral information
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share information
7. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes described in this policy:
| Data Type |
Retention Period |
| Account Information |
Until you delete your account, plus 30 days for backup purposes |
| Saved Recipes & Preferences |
Until you delete them or your account |
| Nutrient Calculator Data |
Session-based (not permanently stored unless you save results) |
| Game Scores (logged-in users) |
Until you delete your account |
| Server Logs |
90 days |
| Analytics Data |
26 months (Google Analytics default) |
| Payment Records |
7 years (legal/tax requirements) |
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:
- Encryption: Passwords are encrypted using industry-standard hashing
- HTTPS: All data transmitted to/from our website is encrypted via SSL/TLS
- Access Controls: Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
- Secure Payments: Payment processing handled by PCI-compliant third parties
- Regular Updates: Security patches and updates applied regularly
Important: While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission
over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for
keeping your account credentials confidential.
9. Your Rights (GDPR and CCPA Compliance)
For All Users:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails; reject non-essential cookies
For EEA/UK Residents (GDPR):
Under the General Data Protection Regulation, you additionally have the right to:
- Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Restriction: Request we limit processing of your data
- Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (without affecting prior processing)
- Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your local data protection authority
For California Residents (CCPA):
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act, you have the right to:
- Know: What personal information we collect and how it's used
- Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt-Out: Opt out of the "sale" of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal data)
- Non-Discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights
To Exercise Your Rights:
Visit our
Contact Page to submit your request.
We will respond within 30 days (or sooner as required by law). We may need to verify your identity
before processing certain requests.
10. Children's Privacy
Age Requirement: You must be 18 years or older to create an account on NutrientShield.
NutrientShield is not directed at children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect
personal information from children under 13.
While some features of our website (such as games or public recipe pages) may be accessed without
an account, we do not collect personal data from users who are not logged in beyond standard
analytics data.
Parents and Guardians: If you believe your child under 13 has provided us with
personal information, please contact us immediately through our
Contact Page. We will take steps to
delete such information promptly.
11. International Data Transfers
NutrientShield is operated from the United States. If you are accessing our website from outside
the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and
processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate.
For users in the EEA/UK, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers,
including:
- Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
- Transfers to countries with adequate data protection (as determined by the EC)
- Reliance on service providers' certifications and compliance programs
12. Affiliate Disclosure
NutrientShield participates in affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn commissions
when you click certain links on our site and make purchases.
Current Affiliate Programs:
- Amazon Associates Program
- Other affiliate partnerships (as disclosed on relevant pages)
What This Means for You:
- Affiliate links are provided at no additional cost to you
- We only recommend products we believe provide value
- Affiliate partners may place cookies to track referrals (see our Cookie Policy)
- Product descriptions and claims are those of the manufacturers, not ours
Medical Disclaimer: We are not doctors or medical professionals. All content on
NutrientShield is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice.
Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet or health regimen.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices,
technology, legal requirements, or other factors.
When we make changes:
- We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
- For significant changes, we may notify you via email or a prominent notice on our website
- Your continued use of NutrientShield after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we
protect your information.
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices,
please contact us: