Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how CookDiary ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our cooking journal application and related services (collectively, the "Service").

Data Controller:
CookDiary
London, United Kingdom
Email: support@cookdiary.app

By using our Service, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information:

• Account Information: Name, email address, profile pictures
• Location Data: Country information
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, app version
• User Content: Recipes, photos, cooking notes, and other content you upload
• Usage Data: How you interact with our Service, features used, time spent

3. How We Collect Information

We collect information through:

• Account registration and profile creation
• App usage and interactions
• Photos and recipes you upload
• Analytics and performance monitoring
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information to:

• Provide and maintain our Service
• Improve and develop new features
• Personalize your experience
• Communicate with you about the Service
• Ensure security and prevent fraud

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may process your data:

• Firebase: Authentication, database, and analytics
• Digital Ocean: Data storage and hosting
• Google Analytics: Usage analytics and insights
• Social Media Platforms: For login authentication (Google, Apple)
• Stripe: Payment processing for subscriptions

These services have their own privacy policies and data practices. We recommend reviewing their policies.

6. Data Sharing

We only share your personal information with third parties as necessary to provide our Service, including:

• Service providers (Firebase, Digital Ocean) who help us operate our Service
• Payment processors (Stripe) for subscription transactions
• Analytics providers (Google Analytics) for usage insights
• Legal authorities when required by law

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

• Access controls and authentication systems
• Secure servers and encrypted data transmission
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

8. Your Rights (GDPR Compliance)

Under applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Withdraw Consent: Opt-out of data processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@cookdiary.app with your request.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our Service. When you delete your account, we will delete your personal data upon your request.

Some data may be retained for longer periods if required by law or for legitimate business purposes such as fraud prevention.

10. Cookies and Tracking

We use the following types of cookies:

• Functional Cookies: Essential for the Service to work properly
• Analytical Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our Service

You can control cookie settings through your browser, but disabling cookies may affect Service functionality.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Your continued use of the Service after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: support@cookdiary.app
Address: London, United Kingdom