Privacy Policy

Last updated: 2026-09-10

We take your privacy seriously. This policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use and protect it, and the rights you have. By using this site you acknowledge and agree to this policy. Payments on this site are handled by Paddle (Merchant of Record); its processing of payment data is also governed by the Paddle privacy policy.

1. Information We Collect

Account information: username, email address and password (stored encrypted)
Content you publish: recipes, images, comments, favorites and weekly meal plans
Transaction information: order ID, purchased content, amount and payment status. The payment page is provided by Paddle; we do not receive or store your full card details
Advertiser information: keywords purchased, display links and contact email
Technical information: IP address, browser type, access logs and cookie data

2. How We Use Information

To provide and maintain the service: sign-in, content display, paid unlocking and order lookup (necessary for contract performance)
To send service notices: order status, account security, email verification and password reset (necessary for contract performance)
To send marketing emails with your consent; you may unsubscribe at any time (based on consent)
To prevent fraud and abuse and maintain community order (legitimate interests)
To run statistics and improve the service (consent or legitimate interests)

3. How We Share Information

We never sell your personal information. It may be shared only in the following cases:

Payment processor: Paddle, to complete orders, payments and related tax handling
Email service provider: to deliver verification emails and notifications
Hosting providers: to run the site and store data
When required by laws, regulations or competent authorities
In case of a merger or acquisition, we will require the successor to continue honoring this policy

4. Cookies & Local Storage

Essential cookies: keep you signed in and keep the site secure; these cannot be disabled
Preference storage: remember settings such as language
You can manage or clear cookies in your browser settings, but some features may stop working

5. Data Retention

Account data is kept while your account is active; after account deletion it is removed or anonymized within a reasonable period
Transaction records are kept as long as legally and fiscally required
Technical logs are cleared automatically after a short retention period

6. Data Security

All traffic is encrypted over HTTPS; passwords are stored with one-way hashing
Access to data is strictly limited and security measures are reviewed continuously
If a data security incident may affect your rights, we will notify you and take remedial measures as required by law

7. Your Rights

Where applicable law allows, you may:

Access, copy and correct your personal information
Delete personal information or close your account
Withdraw consent, or object to or restrict certain processing
Obtain a copy of your data in a common format
Lodge a complaint with a competent supervisory authority

You can exercise these rights via account settings, or email [email protected]; we will respond within 15 business days.

8. Children's Privacy

This site is not directed to children under 14. Children under 14 should use this site under guardian supervision and consent. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child, we will delete it promptly; guardians may also contact us to make such a request.

9. International Data Transfers

Our service providers (payment, email, hosting, etc.) may process your information outside your country. We protect such transfers through contractual arrangements as required by applicable law.

10. Updates to This Policy

Updates will be published on this page with the update date; material changes will also be announced in-app or by email. Continued use after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact

For privacy questions, please use the Contact page or email [email protected].