Effective Date: January 2026

At Chef U, your privacy is important to us. We are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us when you use our website, place orders, book catering, or join our cooking classes.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, billing/shipping address, and payment details when you place an order or submit a form.
• Event Details: Event date, location, and menu preferences for catering or private dining.
• Website Usage: Information about how you interact with our website, such as pages visited and forms submitted.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process your orders, catering requests, and cooking class bookings.
• Respond to inquiries sent through our Contact Us form or email (chef@chef-u.com).
• Improve our services, menu offerings, and website experience.
• Share updates, promotions, or newsletters if you opt in.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We take your privacy seriously and implement industry-standard measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Payment information is securely processed through trusted payment providers.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information only with trusted service providers necessary to fulfill your orders or catering services (e.g., delivery providers, payment processors).

5. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve your browsing experience and understand how users interact with our site. You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

6. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites.

7. Children’s Privacy

Chef U does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us to remove it.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and update your personal information.
• Opt out of promotional emails and newsletters.
• Request deletion of your personal data in accordance with applicable laws.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at chef@chef-u.com.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The most current version will always be posted on our website with an updated “Effective Date.”

Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about your privacy, please email us at chef@chef-u.com