Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Learn how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Last Updated: January 15, 2025GDPR CompliantDPDP Act
Privacy at a Glance
Here's what you need to know about how we handle your data

We protect your data

Industry-standard encryption and security measures

You control your data

Access, update, or delete your information anytime

Limited sharing

We only share data when necessary for our service

Transparent communication

Clear notifications about any policy changes

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and profile information you choose to provide.

Recipe Data

We store the recipes you generate, save, and interact with to provide personalized recommendations and improve our service.

Usage Information

We collect information about how you use our service, including pages visited, features used, and time spent on the platform.

Device Information

We may collect information about your device, browser type, IP address, and operating system for security and optimization purposes.

How We Use Your Information

Service Provision

We use your information to provide, maintain, and improve our recipe generation and recommendation services.

Personalization

Your data helps us personalize your experience, including dietary preferences and recipe recommendations.

Communication

We may use your email to send important updates, newsletters (if subscribed), and respond to your inquiries.

Analytics and Improvement

We analyze usage patterns to improve our AI algorithms and overall user experience.

Information Sharing

Public Recipes

Recipes you choose to share publicly will be visible to other users along with your username (not your email).

Service Providers

We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our service, such as cloud hosting and analytics providers.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and the safety of our users.

Business Transfers

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

Data Security

Encryption

All data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS protocols.

Access Controls

We implement strict access controls and authentication measures to protect your data from unauthorized access.

Regular Audits

We conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to maintain the highest security standards.

Data Minimization

We only collect and retain the minimum amount of data necessary to provide our services effectively.

Your Rights and Choices

Access and Portability

You can access, download, and export your personal data and recipes at any time through your account settings.

Correction and Updates

You can update your personal information and preferences directly in your account settings.

Deletion

You can delete your account and all associated data at any time. Some data may be retained for legal or security purposes.

Marketing Communications

You can opt out of marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link or by updating your preferences.

Cookies and Tracking

Essential Cookies

We use essential cookies to provide basic functionality, such as keeping you logged in and remembering your preferences.

Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how users interact with our service and identify areas for improvement.

Cookie Control

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though this may affect some functionality.

Third-Party Cookies

Some third-party services we use may set their own cookies. We do not control these cookies.

International Users

GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

For users in the European Union, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). You have additional rights including the right to data portability, the right to be forgotten, and the right to object to processing.

DPDP Compliance (Indian Users)

For users in India, we comply with the provisions of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP Act), 2023. You have rights including the right to access your personal data, the right to correction and erasure, and the right to grievance redressal through a Data Protection Board established under the Act.

Data Transfers

We may transfer your data to servers located outside your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during international transfers.

Questions About Privacy?

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Email: privacy@cooksmartai.com

Address: 42 Example Nagar, Faketown, India 999999

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We'll notify you of any significant changes via email or through our service.

Current Version: 2.1

Last Updated: January 15, 2025

Next Review: July 2026