1. Introduction
Grubsta ("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 mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service").
2. Information We Collect
We collect information that you provide directly to us and information that is automatically collected when you use our Service:
- Account Information: Email address, name, and profile information you provide when creating an account
- Photos and Images: Images you upload to analyze ingredients or discover recipes
- Search Queries: Text searches and queries you submit to find recipes
- Usage Data: Information about how you use the Service, including pages visited and features used
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, and technical information about your device
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
- Process and analyze images to identify ingredients and suggest recipes
- Personalize your experience and provide AI-powered recipe recommendations
- Communicate with you about your account, updates, and customer support
- Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or security issues
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service
4. Image Analysis and AI
When you upload photos to our Service, we use artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyze images for ingredient detection and recipe suggestions. Images are processed securely and may be stored to provide recipe recommendations and to improve our AI models through training. By using our Service and uploading images, you consent to the use of your images for these purposes.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., cloud storage, analytics)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information
6. Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request access to your personal information
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us at grubstarecipes@gmail.com.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Service and hold certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our Service.
9. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to our facilities and those third parties with whom we share it as described in this policy.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at grubstarecipes@gmail.com.