At Cookery, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our AI-powered recipe generation service.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Account Information: When you sign in, we collect your GitHub profile information (username, email) for authentication purposes.
- API Keys: We securely store your AI provider API keys (OpenAI, Anthropic, Google Gemini, etc.) to enable recipe generation.
- Usage Data: We collect anonymous usage data to improve our service, including recipe generation requests and error reports.
- Preferences: We store your cooking preferences, dietary requirements, and settings to personalize your experience.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve our recipe generation service
- To authenticate your account and provide secure access
- To personalize your experience based on your preferences
- To communicate with you about service updates and support
- To analyze usage patterns and improve our service
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
- Encryption: All API keys and sensitive data are encrypted using industry-standard encryption methods.
- Secure Storage: Your data is stored securely and never shared with third parties except as required for service functionality.
- Access Control: Only authorized personnel have access to your data, and only for legitimate business purposes.
Third-Party Services
Cookery integrates with third-party AI providers to generate recipes:
- Google AI Studio: Used for AI-powered recipe generation with your API key
- OpenAI: Alternative AI provider for recipe generation
- Anthropic: Alternative AI provider for recipe generation
- GitHub: Used for authentication and account management
These third-party services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.
Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and for legitimate business purposes. You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.
Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: You can request access to your personal information
- Correction: You can request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: You can request deletion of your account and associated data
- Export: You can request export of your data
Cookies and Tracking
We use minimal cookies and tracking technologies essential for service functionality. We do not use tracking for advertising purposes.
Children's Privacy
Cookery is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on our website.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
GitHub: https://github.com/jamestheakston/cookeryapp
Instagram: @cookeryraycast
