Privacy Policy
Last updated: 7/01/26
This Privacy Policy describes how Recipe AI (“Recipe AI”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, stores, and discloses information when you use the Recipe AI mobile application (“App”).
By accessing or using the App, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
1. Information Collected
Recipe AI may collect the following categories of information:
1.1 Personal Information
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Email address
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Username or account identifier
1.2 User-Generated Content
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Images captured or uploaded through the App, including ingredient or pantry images
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Saved recipes, preferences, and in-app content associated with your account
1.3 Technical and Usage Information
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Internet Protocol (IP) address
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Device identifiers, operating system, and app version
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Usage data, diagnostic data, and crash logs
1.4 Payment Information
Payments are processed exclusively by third-party providers such as the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
We do not collect, process, or store payment card details.
1.5 Notifications
The App may send push notifications related to functionality, updates, or service-related information. Notification preferences may be managed through device settings.
1.6 Analytics
We may use third-party analytics tools to collect aggregated and anonymised usage information to improve performance and reliability.
2. Use of Information
Information collected by Recipe AI may be used to:
We use collected information to:
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Provide and operate the App
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Process uploaded images for ingredient detection
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Generate AI-powered recipe suggestions
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Maintain user accounts
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Improve performance and features
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Detect fraud or abuse
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Comply with legal obligations
3. Storage and Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organisational safeguards, including encryption in transit and restricted access controls.
No method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and Recipe AI does not guarantee absolute security.
4. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to provide the App and fulfill the purposes described in this Policy.
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We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to provide the App and fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.
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Images:
Uploaded images are stored for analysis purposes and used solely by AI models to provide ingredient recognition and recipe generation functionality. Images are not sold or used for independent marketing purposes.
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Account Information:
If you request deletion of your account, associated personal information will be deleted from active systems within 15 days of the request, unless retention is required by applicable law.
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Logs & Diagnostic Data:
Technical logs, diagnostic data, and system monitoring information are retained for up to 30 days for security, troubleshooting, and performance monitoring purposes.
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Backups:
Deleted data may remain in secure encrypted backup systems for up to 30 additional days before permanent deletion through routine backup purging processes.
5. AI Processing & Third-Party Services
Recipe AI does not sell or rent personal information.
Recipe AI uses artificial intelligence to analyze uploaded images and generate recipe suggestions.
Image analysis and AI-generated responses are powered in part by OpenAI.
Uploaded images and related content may be transmitted to third-party service providers solely for the purpose of providing App functionality.
We do not sell your images or personal information.
We do not use your uploaded images to train our own independent AI models.
Third-party AI providers process data in accordance with their own policies and applicable law.
Information may be disclosed:
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To third-party service providers engaged to support the operation of the App (such as analytics or cloud infrastructure services)
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Where required or authorized by law
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Where necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Recipe AI or users
6. International Data Transfers
Your information may be processed and stored in countries outside your jurisdiction, including the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.
By using the App, you consent to such transfers.
7. User Rights
Subject to applicable law, you may:
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Request access to your personal data
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Request correction of inaccurate data
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Request deletion of your account
Requests may be submitted to:
therecipeaiapp@gmail.com
We will respond within a reasonable timeframe consistent with applicable law.
8. Analytics
The App may use analytics services to collect aggregated and anonymized information regarding usage patterns and performance for the purpose of improving the App.
9. Children
The App is intended for users aged 13 years and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under the age of 13.
If we become aware that personal information has been collected from a user under 13 years of age, reasonable steps will be taken to delete such information as soon as practicable.
10. Business Transfers
If Recipe AI or [Company Name] is involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
11. Changes to this Policy
Recipe AI may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes take effect upon publication within the App or through associated platforms. Continued use of the App constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
12. Contact
For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or information handling practices, contact:
Email: therecipeaiapp@gmail.com
Application: Recipe AI
