Privacy Policy for Food Genius AI

Last Updated: March 23, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Food Genius AI ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and web service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

When you register for an account, we collect:

• Email address
• Name (optional)
• Password (encrypted)
• Profile information you choose to provide

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use Food Genius AI:

• Device information (type, operating system, unique device identifiers)
• Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent)
• Recipe searches and interactions
• App usage patterns and preferences

2.3 User-Generated Content

• Recipes you create or save
• Ingredient lists
• Photos you upload
• Comments and feedback

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

• Providing Services: To operate and maintain Food Genius AI, generate personalized recipe recommendations
• Account Management: To create and manage your account, authenticate users
• Communication: To send you updates, newsletters, and respond to inquiries
• Improvements: To analyze usage patterns and improve our services
• AI Features: To generate recipes using AI based on your preferences and ingredients
• Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using:

• Firebase: Google's secure cloud infrastructure for authentication and database storage
• Encryption: All data transmitted is encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols
• Access Controls: Strict access controls limit who can access your data
• Regular Backups: Data is regularly backed up to prevent loss

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Firebase (Google): Authentication, database, and storage
• OpenAI: AI-powered recipe generation (ingredient data only, no personal information)
• Google Fonts: Typography enhancement

These services have their own privacy policies governing their use of your information.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do NOT sell your personal information. We may share data only in these circumstances:

• With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share information
• Service Providers: With trusted third parties who help us operate our service
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

7. 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
• Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

9. Children's Privacy

Food Genius AI is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences
• Understand how you use our service
• Improve user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Continued use of Food Genius AI after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to say no to the sale of personal information
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to equal service and price

14. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the rights mentioned in Section 7 above. Our legal basis for processing your data includes:

• Consent you have given
• Performance of a contract with you
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Legitimate interests

© 2026 Food Genius AI. All rights reserved.