Privacy Policy

Welcome to GourmetChef (“we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of the GourmetChef application, website, and services (“Services”). By using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use.

1. Information We Collect

We collect two types of information:

a. Personal Information

This includes information you provide when you sign up, such as:

• Name
• Email Address
• Be responsible for all activity that occurs under your account.
• Account Type (Google or Email/Password)
• Setup Preferences
• Other Information (e.g., optional feedback)

b. Non-Personal Information

This includes data collected automatically:

• Device Information (e.g., IP address, browser type)
• Email Address
• Usage Data (e.g., pages visited, features used)
• Location Data (if you enable location services)

Your data is secured on Google Analytics & Google Search Console, your personal information does not reflect your non-personal information.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Improve Our Services - Analyze usage data to enhance functionality and user experience.
• Communicate - Send updates, respond to inquiries, and provide customer support.
• Comply with Legal Obligations - Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

3. How We Share Your Information

We will not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your data with:

• Service Providers: We may share data with trusted vendors who help us operate our Services (e.g., hosting services, email services).
• Legal Obligations: If required by law, we may disclose your data to government authorities or legal entities.

Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. You can request the deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

5. Your Data Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and Update Your Information - Review and update your personal data within your account settings.
• Request Deletion - Request the deletion of your personal data.
• Opt-Out - Opt-out of marketing emails and newsletters by following the instructions provided in those emails.
• Data Portability - Request a copy of the data we have collected.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Enhance User Experience - Remember your preferences and login information.
• Analyze Traffic - Monitor site usage for performance and improvements.

You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit the functionality of our Services.

7. Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your data, including:

• Encryption - We use encryption to safeguard personal information.
• Access Controls - We restrict access to personal data to authorized personnel only.

All of your data is stored in Google Firebase, which has it's own measures of protecting data. We do not have access to your password or other sensitive information.

However, no method of data transmission or storage is entirely secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from a child, we will take steps to delete it.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make significant changes, we will notify you by email or by posting a notice on our website before the change becomes effective. Please review the policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Use, please contact us at: [email protected].

This policy ensures that GourmetChef is transparent about how it handles users’ personal information while offering a personalized, secure experience.