Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

AI Make Food ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website at aimakefood.com (the "Website"), our mobile applications for iOS and Android (the "Mobile Apps"), and related services (collectively, the "Service").

By using the Service, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies, please do not use the Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

2.3 Camera and Sensor Data

2.4 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

• Social Login Providers: If you sign in with Google, Apple, or Facebook, we receive your name, email, and profile picture
• Analytics Partners: Aggregated usage statistics
• Payment Processors: Transaction confirmation (not full card details)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Delivery

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
• Process ingredient scans and generate recipe recommendations
• Provide real-time cooking guidance and timers
• Generate personalized shopping lists
• Track your cooking history and preferences
• Process subscription payments

3.2 Personalization

• Customize recipe suggestions based on your preferences
• Adapt difficulty levels to your skill level
• Remember your dietary restrictions and allergies
• Improve AI accuracy based on your feedback

3.3 Communication

• Send service-related notifications (cooking alerts, timers)
• Respond to your support requests
• Send promotional emails (with your consent)
• Notify you of important updates to our policies

3.4 Analytics and Improvement

• Analyze usage patterns to improve features
• Train and improve our AI models (using anonymized data)
• Conduct research and development
• Monitor service performance and fix bugs

3.5 Legal and Safety

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect against fraud and abuse
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Protect the rights and safety of users

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We share data with trusted third parties who help us operate the Service:

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to:

• Comply with applicable laws or regulations
• Protect our rights, property, or safety
• Prevent fraud or illegal activity
• Protect the safety of any person

4.3 Business Transfers

If AI Make Food is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will provide notice before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

4.4 With Your Consent

We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

5.1 Types of Cookies We Use

5.2 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through:

• Your browser settings (block or delete cookies)
• Our cookie consent banner (when first visiting)
• Account settings (for logged-in users)

Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect Service functionality.

5.3 Do Not Track

Some browsers send "Do Not Track" signals. We currently do not respond to DNT signals, but you can opt out of analytics tracking in your account settings.

6. Data Security

We implement robust security measures to protect your information:

6.1 Technical Safeguards

• Encryption: All data encrypted in transit (TLS 1.3) and at rest (AES-256)
• Access Controls: Role-based access with multi-factor authentication
• Infrastructure: Hosted on SOC 2 compliant cloud infrastructure
• Monitoring: 24/7 security monitoring and intrusion detection
• Auditing: Regular security audits and penetration testing

6.2 Organizational Safeguards

• Employee security training
• Limited data access on need-to-know basis
• Incident response procedures
• Regular security assessments

6.3 Your Responsibilities

Help us keep your account secure by:

• Using a strong, unique password
• Enabling two-factor authentication
• Not sharing your login credentials
• Logging out on shared devices
• Reporting suspicious activity immediately

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes described in this policy:

8. Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

How to Exercise Your Rights

• Self-Service: Access Settings > Privacy in your account
• Email: Contact privacy@aimakefood.com
• Verification: We may need to verify your identity before processing requests
• Response Time: We respond to requests within 30 days

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at privacy@aimakefood.com.

For users aged 13-17, we recommend parental supervision and consent before using the Service.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States. These countries may have different data protection laws.

When we transfer data internationally, we use appropriate safeguards including:

• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by relevant authorities
• Data Processing Agreements with all service providers
• Verification that recipients maintain adequate security measures

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

11.1 Right to Know

You can request information about:

• Categories of personal information collected
• Sources of personal information
• Business purposes for collection
• Categories of third parties with whom we share data
• Specific pieces of personal information collected

11.2 Right to Delete

You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.

11.3 Right to Opt-Out

You can opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information. Note: We do not sell personal information in the traditional sense.

11.4 Right to Non-Discrimination

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

11.5 Authorized Agents

You may designate an authorized agent to make requests on your behalf with proper verification.

11.6 Contact for California Residents

To exercise your CCPA/CPRA rights, contact us at privacy@aimakefood.com or call 1-800-XXX-XXXX.

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

12.1 Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data based on:

• Contract: To provide the Service you requested
• Consent: For marketing and optional features
• Legitimate Interests: For analytics, security, and service improvement
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

12.2 Additional Rights

In addition to the rights in Section 8, EEA residents have the right to:

• Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
• Object to automated decision-making

12.3 Data Protection Officer

For GDPR-related inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer at dpo@aimakefood.com.

12.4 Representative

Our EU representative can be contacted at: [EU Representative Contact Information]

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top
• For material changes, we will notify you via email and/or in-app notification
• We will provide at least 30 days' notice before significant changes take effect
• Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance

We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 days.

Thank you for trusting AI Make Food with your information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing you with a secure, enjoyable cooking experience.