Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

CreamiRecipes ("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 and website (collectively, the "Service").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

When you create an account, we may collect:

• Account Information: Email address, display name, country
• Profile Information: Profile picture, bio, preferences
• Contact Information: Email for support communications

2.2 Content Information

When you use our Service, we collect:

• Recipe Data: Recipes you create, ingredients, instructions, photos
• Ratings and Reviews: Your ratings and reviews of recipes
• Comments and Messages: Community interactions and support communications

2.3 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your use of the Service:

• App Usage: Features used, time spent, interactions
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, app version
• Analytics Data: Crash reports, performance metrics, usage patterns

2.4 Location Information

We may collect general location information (country/region) to improve our Service, but we do not collect precise location data.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Provision

• Create and manage your account
• Enable recipe sharing and community features
• Process ratings and reviews
• Provide customer support

3.2 Service Improvement

• Analyze usage patterns to improve features
• Fix bugs and technical issues
• Develop new features and functionality
• Personalize your experience

3.3 Communication

• Send important service updates
• Respond to support inquiries
• Notify you of new features (with your consent)

3.4 Legal and Safety

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect against fraud and abuse
• Enforce our Terms of Service

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Public Information

The following information is publicly visible to other users:

• Display name and profile picture
• Country (if provided)
• Recipes you share
• Ratings and reviews you post
• Achievement badges and points

4.2 Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our Service:

• Database Services: Supabase for data storage and authentication
• Analytics: Anonymized usage analytics to improve our Service
• Cloud Storage: For storing recipe images and user content

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit and at rest
• Access Controls: Limited staff access on a need-to-know basis
• Regular Updates: Security measures are regularly reviewed and updated
• Secure Infrastructure: We use industry-standard secure hosting services

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy:

• Account Data: Retained while your account is active
• Recipe Content: Retained until you delete it or close your account
• Usage Data: Typically retained for 2 years for analytics purposes
• Support Communications: Retained for 3 years for reference

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have several rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 Account Control

• Access: View and download your personal data
• Update: Modify your profile and account information
• Delete: Delete specific content or your entire account
• Export: Download your recipes and data in PDF format

7.2 Communication Preferences

• Opt out of promotional emails
• Manage notification settings in the app
• Control community interaction preferences

7.3 Privacy Settings

• Control who can see your profile information
• Manage recipe visibility settings
• Choose whether to display your country

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards.

10. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic Service functionality
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use our Service

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

11. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Sending you an email notification for material changes
• Displaying an in-app notification

Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

13. Regional Privacy Rights

13.1 European Union (GDPR)

If you are located in the EU, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to:

• Request access to your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Request restriction of processing
• Object to processing
• Data portability

13.2 California (CCPA)

California residents have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know, delete, and opt-out of the sale of personal information.

14. Contact Us

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