Last Updated: January 2025
1. Introduction
Recipe AI ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.
2. Information We Collect
Information You Provide:
- Account Information: Email address, name (via Sign in with Apple or Google)
- Dietary Preferences: Dietary restrictions, cuisine preferences, cooking time preferences
- Usage Data: Recipes you view, save, and add to meal plans
- Communications: Messages you send to support
Automatically Collected Information:
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
- Usage Analytics: App features used, session duration, crash reports
- Performance Data: App performance metrics
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide personalized recipe recommendations
- Generate meal plans based on your preferences
- Maintain and improve the App
- Process subscriptions and payments
- Send important service updates
- Respond to customer support inquiries
- Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
- Service Providers: Edamam (recipe data), Supabase (database), OpenAI (AI features), RevenueCat (subscription management)
- Apple: For payment processing and Sign in with Apple authentication
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
5. Third-Party Services
Edamam Recipe API
We use Edamam to provide recipe data. When you search for recipes, your dietary preferences are sent to Edamam. Review Edamam's privacy policy at: https://www.edamam.com/privacy/
OpenAI
We use OpenAI to generate personalized recipe suggestions and AI-powered features. Your search queries and preferences may be processed by OpenAI. Review OpenAI's privacy policy at: https://openai.com/privacy/
RevenueCat
We use RevenueCat to manage subscriptions and in-app purchases. RevenueCat processes purchase data to manage your subscription status. Review their privacy policy at: https://www.revenuecat.com/privacy/
Sign in with Apple
When you sign in with Apple, we receive your email and name (if provided). Apple's privacy policy applies: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/
Google Sign-In
When you sign in with Google, we receive your email and name. Google's privacy policy applies: https://policies.google.com/privacy
6. Data Storage and Security
We store your data on secure servers provided by Supabase. We implement industry-standard security measures including:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure authentication protocols
- Regular security audits
- Limited employee access to personal data
7. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time through the app's Account Settings.
8. Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct your information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data (available in Account Settings)
- Opt-Out: Disable analytics tracking in app settings
- Data Portability: Export your meal plans and saved recipes
9. Children's Privacy
Recipe AI is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
10. California Privacy Rights
California residents have additional rights under CCPA:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
- Right to opt-out of sale of personal information (we do not sell data)
- Right to deletion
- Right to non-discrimination
11. International Users
If you are accessing the App from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.
12. Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the App and updating the "Last Updated" date.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:
Email: recipeai.support@proton.me