Privacy Policy - What's Cookin

1. Introduction

What's Cookin ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

Email address (required for account creation)
User ID (Firebase Authentication)
Email verification status

2.2 Usage Data

Recipes generated and viewed
Pantry items
Shopping lists created
App usage patterns

2.3 Payment Information

Subscription status and history
Payment transaction records (processed by Google Play)
Purchase tokens and order IDs

2.4 Device Information

Device type and operating system
App version
IP address (for security and analytics)

3. How We Use Your Information

To provide and maintain the App service
To process subscription payments
To verify subscription status
To personalize your experience
To send important service notifications
To improve the App and develop new features
To ensure security and prevent fraud

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Data Storage

Your data is stored securely using:

Firebase Firestore (Google Cloud Platform)
Firebase Authentication
Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS)

4.2 Security Measures

Email verification required for account access
Secure authentication tokens
Server-side data validation
Firestore security rules
Regular security audits

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 Payment Processors

Google Play Billing: For Android app subscriptions and one-time purchases

Payment information is processed by these third parties according to their privacy policies.

5.2 Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand app usage and improve our service. Analytics data is anonymized.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data only:

With payment processors to process transactions
With service providers who assist in app operations (under strict confidentiality)
When required by law or legal process
To protect our rights or prevent fraud

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion of your account and data
Export your data
Opt-out of non-essential communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@whatscookin.online

7.1 Rights for EU/EEA Residents (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Right of Access: Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you
Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we use your data
Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent

We will respond to your request within 30 days. Contact: info@whatscookin.online

8. Account Deletion

You can delete your What's Cookin account at any time:

In the app: Profile → Settings → Delete Profile
On the web: Visit our Account Deletion page
By email: Send a request to info@whatscookin.online with subject "Account Deletion Request - What's Cookin"

Email deletion requests are processed within 30 days. Deleting your account removes your authentication account and profile data, subject to limited legal retention requirements (for example payment or fraud-prevention records handled by Google Play).

9. Data Retention

We retain your data:

While your account is active
For subscription records as required by law
For security and fraud prevention purposes

You may request account deletion, which will remove your personal data subject to legal retention requirements.

10. Children's Privacy

Our App is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

11. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or in-app notification.

12. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or concerns:

Email: info@whatscookin.online