Privacy Policy for Cookify

Last updated: October 2025

At Cookify, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information when you use our cooking and meal planning application.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following information from users:

• Email address – used to create and manage your Cookify account
• Password – created by you for account login (we do not have access to your actual email password)
• Usage data – information about how you interact with our app to improve our services
• Recipe preferences and meal plans – data you voluntarily provide to personalize your experience

No other personal information is collected unless voluntarily provided by the user.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your email address and password solely to:

• Create and manage your Cookify account
• Authenticate your login
• Send important account or subscription-related updates
• Provide customer support when requested

3. Payments and Subscriptions

Cookify offers optional Pro subscriptions, which unlock premium features such as advanced meal plans and special recipe modes.

Payments are securely processed through Paddle, a third-party payment processor that handles billing and subscription management. Paddle may collect limited payment information in accordance with their own privacy policy.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes:

• Industry-standard encryption and authentication methods
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis

5. User Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Rectification: Update or correct your information
• Erasure: Request account deletion and removal of your data
• Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format
• Withdraw consent: Opt out of data processing where consent is the legal basis

6. Children's Privacy

Cookify is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy. When you delete your account, we will remove your personal data from our systems, except where we are required to retain it for legal or regulatory purposes.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers are conducted in accordance with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal information.

9. Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage patterns, and improve our services. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any material changes will be communicated to you through the app or via email. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us