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Privacy Policy for Forkr Recipe Extractor

Last Updated: December 3, 2025

Forkr ("we", "our", "us") operates the Forkr mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We collect the following personal information when you use our App:

• Account Information: Email address, name, and profile picture (collected via Google Sign-In)
• User ID: Unique identifier for your account
• Authentication Data: Firebase Authentication tokens

1.2 Recipe and Content Data

• Recipes: Recipes you create, extract, or save
• Photos: Images you upload or capture for recipe extraction
• Text Input: Recipe text you paste or type into the app
• URLs: Website links you share with the app for recipe extraction
• Personal Notes: Cooking notes, ratings, and modifications you add to recipes
• Tags and Categories: Organization data you assign to your recipes

1.3 Usage Information

• Extraction Count: Number of recipe extractions performed
• Nutrition Calculations: Count of nutrition calculations per recipe
• Subscription Status: Your premium tier status (free or premium)
• Feature Usage: Which app features you use and how often
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, app version

1.4 Technical Information

• Log Data: App crashes, errors, and performance metrics
• Analytics: Anonymized usage patterns for app improvement
• Device Permissions: Information about permissions granted (camera, storage)

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Core App Functionality

• Provide recipe extraction and storage services
• Calculate nutrition information for recipes
• Sync your recipes across devices
• Enable search and organization features
• Display your recipe collection

2.2 Subscription Management

• Process premium subscription purchases
• Enforce usage limits for free tier users (5 lifetime extractions, 1 nutrition calculation per recipe)
• Provide unlimited access to premium subscribers
• Manage subscription renewals and cancellations
• Verify purchase receipts with Google Play

2.3 Service Improvement

• Analyze app performance and identify bugs
• Improve AI recipe extraction accuracy
• Enhance user experience based on usage patterns
• Develop new features based on user needs
• Optimize app performance

2.4 Communication

• Send important service updates and notifications
• Respond to your support requests
• Notify you about subscription status changes
• Inform you about new features (if you opt in)

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

3.1 Third-Party Services

We share your information with the following third-party services to provide our App functionality:

Google Firebase

• Purpose: Authentication, cloud storage, cloud functions
• Data Shared: Email, user ID, recipes, subscription status
• Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

OpenAI API

• Purpose: AI-powered recipe extraction and nutrition calculation
• Data Shared: Recipe text, ingredient lists (no personal information)
• Privacy Policy: https://openai.com/privacy

Google Play Billing

• Purpose: Process subscription purchases and verify receipts
• Data Shared: Purchase tokens, order IDs, subscription status
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Google Sign-In

• Purpose: User authentication
• Data Shared: Email, name, profile picture
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, legal process, or government request, or to:

• Protect our rights, property, or safety
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Prevent fraud or security issues
• Comply with lawful requests from public authorities

3.3 Business Transfers

If Forkr is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change.

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Storage Location

• Cloud Storage: Your data is stored on Google Firebase servers (located in United States and Europe)
• Device Storage: Some data may be cached locally on your device for offline access
• Backup: We maintain secure backups of your data

4.2 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures:

• Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and at rest
• Authentication: Secure Firebase Authentication with token-based access
• Access Control: Strict role-based access controls for our team
• Regular Audits: Security reviews and vulnerability assessments
• Secure APIs: Protected API endpoints with authentication

4.3 Data Retention

• Active Accounts: We retain your data as long as your account is active
• Deleted Accounts: Data is permanently deleted within 30 days of account deletion
• Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer if required by law
• Backups: Deleted data may persist in backups for up to 90 days

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access Your Data: View all your recipes and account information in the app
• Export Your Data: Download your recipes in JSON format
• Edit Your Data: Modify or update your recipes and account information
• Delete Your Data: Delete individual recipes or your entire account

5.2 Account Deletion

To delete your account and all associated data:

1. Open the Forkr app
2. Go to Settings → Account
3. Tap "Delete Account"
4. Confirm deletion
5. All your data will be permanently deleted within 30 days

5.3 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of marketing communications by:

• Adjusting notification settings in the app
• Clicking "unsubscribe" in marketing emails
• Contacting us at support@forkr.app

5.4 Do Not Track

Our App does not respond to Do Not Track (DNT) signals, but we do not track users across third-party websites or apps.

6. Children's Privacy

Forkr 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@forkr.app, and we will delete such information.

7. International Data Transfers

If you are accessing the App from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. By using the App, you consent to such transfers.

7.1 EU and UK Users

For users in the European Union and United Kingdom, we comply with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR. You have additional rights under GDPR, including:

• Right to data portability
• Right to restriction of processing
• Right to object to processing
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

8. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)
• Right to delete your personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@forkr.app.

9. Permissions and Device Access

The App requires the following permissions:

9.1 Required Permissions

• Internet Access: To sync recipes and process AI extractions
• Network State: To detect online/offline status

9.2 Optional Permissions

• Camera: To capture photos of recipes for extraction (requested only when you use photo extraction feature)
• Storage: To save and access your recipes locally (requested only when you save recipes)
• Notifications: To send you app updates and subscription reminders (you can opt-out anytime)

You can revoke permissions at any time through your device's settings.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

10.1 Local Storage

The App uses local storage to:

• Store your login session
• Cache recipes for offline access
• Remember your preferences (theme, language)
• Store subscription status

10.2 Analytics

We use Firebase Analytics to collect anonymized usage data:

• App opens and session duration
• Feature usage statistics
• Crash reports and error logs
• Device and OS information

This data is anonymized and cannot be used to identify individual users.

11. Third-Party Links

The App may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., recipe source URLs). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy in the App
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending you an in-app notification or email (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the App after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will:

• Notify affected users within 72 hours of discovery
• Provide details about the breach and affected data
• Explain steps we are taking to address the breach
• Advise you on steps you can take to protect yourself
• Comply with all applicable data breach notification laws

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

Email: privacy@forkr.app
Support: support@forkr.app
Mail:
Forkr - Recipe Extractor
Attention: Privacy Department
[Your Business Address]

Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 30 days.

15. Supervisory Authority

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection supervisory authority if you believe we have violated your privacy rights.

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Effective Date: December 3, 2025
Version: 1.0

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