RecipeMe Privacy Policy

Our Commitment To Privacy

This Privacy Policy outlines the commitment of RecipeMe ("RecipeMe", "we", "our", or "us") to protect your personal information and respect your privacy.

This Privacy Policy applies to the RecipeMe mobile application, websites, and related services ("Service").

This Privacy Policy applies to users located in all countries where RecipeMe operates.

We are committed to complying with applicable privacy and data protection laws and maintaining industry-standard practices to safeguard your information.

Apple App Store Terms

If you downloaded this app from the Apple App Store, your use of the application is also governed by Apple’s Standard End User License Agreement (EULA).

📄 View Apple’s EULA: Apple Standard EULA

Our Privacy Policy

Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, store, use, process, and disclose personal information.

It describes:

• The information we collect.
• Why we collect that information.
• How we use and protect your information.
• Your rights regarding your personal information.
• How to contact us regarding privacy concerns.

If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please discontinue use of the Service.

The Personal Information We Collect

We collect personal information to provide, improve, maintain, and secure RecipeMe services.

The types of information we may collect include:

Account Information

• Full name
• Email address
• Username
• Profile photo

Payment Information

RecipeMe may offer premium subscriptions and paid features through Apple's In-App Purchase system.

All subscription purchases and payment transactions are processed directly by Apple through the Apple App Store.

RecipeMe does not collect, store, process, or have access to your credit card information, debit card information, banking details, or other payment credentials.

Payment information is securely handled by Apple in accordance with Apple's Privacy Policy and App Store Terms.

Subscription management, renewals, cancellations, refunds, and billing are managed by Apple through your Apple ID account settings.

For more information regarding payments, subscriptions, or refunds, please refer to Apple's official support resources.

Authentication Information

• Login credentials
• Authentication tokens
• Social sign-in information (Google, Apple, etc.)

Use Of Personal Information

RecipeMe uses personal information to operate, improve, secure, and personalize the Service.

We may use your personal information for the following purposes:

• Provide RecipeMe services and features.
• Create and manage your account.
• Save and synchronize recipes, meal plans, and shopping lists.
• Process transactions and subscriptions.
• Verify your identity.
• Provide customer support.
• Respond to inquiries and requests.
• Send service-related communications.
• Deliver security alerts and account notifications.
• Recommend recipes and food content based on preferences.
• Improve app performance and user experience.
• Conduct research and analytics.
• Detect fraud, abuse, and unauthorized activity.
• Comply with legal obligations.
• Maintain records and internal administration.
• Provide marketing and promotional communications where permitted.
• Develop new products, services, and features.
• Personalize content, recommendations, and experiences.
• Measure marketing campaign effectiveness.
• Analyze food, recipe, and shopping trends.

We may also use de-identified or aggregated information for analytics, research, marketing, and business purposes.

RecipeMe does not sell personal information to advertisers or third parties.

Data Security

RecipeMe takes reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

Security measures may include:

• Encrypted communications (HTTPS/TLS).
• Secure cloud infrastructure.
• Authentication and access controls.
• Password encryption and hashing.
• Continuous monitoring and logging.
• Security testing and vulnerability assessments.
• Backup and disaster recovery systems.

Your Responsibilities

Security is a shared responsibility. Users should:

• Use strong and unique passwords.
• Keep devices updated.
• Protect login credentials.
• Enable device security features.
• Report suspicious activity immediately.
• Avoid sharing accounts with others.

While we implement safeguards, no system can guarantee absolute security.

Account Deletion & Data Removal

RecipeMe provides users with the ability to delete their account and personal information.

When you request account deletion:

• Your account information may be permanently removed.
• Your recipes, meal plans, and saved content may be deleted.
• Associated personal information may be erased.
• Some information may remain where required by law.
• Backups may continue to exist for a limited retention period.

Certain records may be retained to:

• Comply with legal obligations.
• Prevent fraud and abuse.
• Resolve disputes.
• Enforce agreements.
• Maintain security and integrity of the Service.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Right to access your personal information.
• Right to correct inaccurate information.
• Right to delete personal information.
• Right to object to certain processing activities.
• Right to restrict processing.
• Right to data portability.
• Right to withdraw consent.
• Right to lodge a complaint with a regulatory authority.

European Economic Area (EEA) & UK Privacy Rights

If you reside within the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, additional privacy rights may apply under applicable data protection laws including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Legal Bases For Processing

• Your consent.
• Performance of a contract.
• Compliance with legal obligations.
• Protection of vital interests.
• Public interest requirements.
• Legitimate business interests.

GDPR Rights

• Access your personal data.
• Correct inaccurate data.
• Delete personal data.
• Restrict processing.
• Object to processing.
• Withdraw consent.
• Transfer your data.
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

To exercise GDPR rights, please contact us using the information below.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents may have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

Your Rights Include

• Right to know what personal information is collected.
• Right to access personal information.
• Right to request deletion.
• Right to correct inaccurate information.
• Right to limit use of sensitive information.
• Right to opt out of data sharing where applicable.
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights.

RecipeMe does not sell personal information.

Virginia Privacy Rights

Residents of Virginia may have rights under the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA).

• Right to access.
• Right to correction.
• Right to deletion.
• Right to portability.
• Right to opt out of targeted advertising.

Requests may be submitted through our support channels.

Complaints

If you believe that RecipeMe has not handled your personal information appropriately, you may submit a privacy complaint.

We will investigate complaints and respond within a reasonable timeframe.

If you are dissatisfied with our response, you may contact your local privacy regulator or supervisory authority.

Contact Us

If you have questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Changes To This Privacy Policy

RecipeMe may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

When changes are made:

• The updated version will be published on this page.
• The "Last Updated" date will be revised.
• Material changes may be communicated through email, app notifications, or website announcements.

Continued use of RecipeMe after updates become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.