How we collect, protect, and empower you with control over your culinary data.
Effective Date
December 31, 2026
Information We Collect
Profile Data
Name, email address, dietary preferences
Food & Meal Logs
Meals logged, ingredients scanned, nutritional entries
Usage Activity
Recipe views, search history
Device Info
Model, OS version, app version
Cooking Preferences
Restrictions, favorite cuisines
Payment Info
Handled by Apple App Store only
Third-Party & AI
Anonymized usage data may help improve our AI models. We partner only with trusted service providers under strict data processing agreements.
We do NOT sell your data
We never sell, rent, or share your personal data — including your name, email, or food logs — with advertisers, data brokers, or any third party for marketing purposes.
How We Use Your Information
Personalization
Tailor recipes, nutrition goals, and pantry suggestions to your habits and preferences.
AI Training
Anonymized usage data helps improve CookPal's recipe engine and vision scanning accuracy.
Billing
Subscription management and purchases are handled securely through Apple App Store.
Communication
Send product updates, support replies, and important account notices. Opt out anytime.
Security
Detect fraud, prevent abuse, and protect your account with continuous monitoring.
Your Rights
Access Your Data
Request a full export of your pantry, recipes, and account data — delivered within 30 days via support@cookpal.app.
Update Information
Edit profile, dietary goals, and preferences anytime in Settings → Profile.
Request Deletion
Delete your account in-app via Settings → Account → Delete Account, or email support@cookpal.app with subject "Data Deletion Request". All personal data — including name, email, and food logs — is permanently purged within 30 days. Anonymized analytics may be retained in aggregate form only.
Restrict Processing
Opt out of AI personalization and analytics via Settings → Privacy Controls.
Data Portability
Get a JSON export of all your data free of charge. Email support@cookpal.app.
Data Security
All data encrypted in transit and at rest using industry-standard protocols.
Children's Privacy
CookPal is for users 13+. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If discovered, such data is deleted immediately.
Data Retention
Questions About Your Data?
Our team is committed to transparency. Reach out for any privacy-related questions or data requests.
mail Email alexander@cookpal.app