Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 2, 2026

At ChefPal AI (“we,” “our,” “us,” or the “App”), we are committed to respecting your privacy and protecting the information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use the ChefPal AI recipe generation app.

By using the App, ChefPal AI, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

a. Photos and Images

When you use the App, you may upload or take photos of:

• Food dishes for recipe generation
• Ingredients or groceries (e.g., items in your fridge)

These images are processed by our AI systems to generate recipes. Photos are stored locally on your device.

b. Video Links and Content Input

When you provide links (such as YouTube, TikTok, or Instagram videos), we may process:

• The link you submit
• Extracted content necessary to generate recipes

c. Voice Input

When you use voice features, we may collect:

• Voice recordings describing ingredients or recipes

These recordings are processed to convert speech into text and generate recipes. Voice data may be temporarily processed.

d. Text Input

When you type ingredients, recipe requests, or questions, we collect:

• Text you provide
• Generated recipe outputs

This data may be stored locally to provide saved recipes and history features.

e. Chatbot Messages

When interacting with the AI cooking assistant, we collect:

• Messages you send
• Responses generated by the AI

Chat history may be stored locally on your device for easy access.

f. Quiz and Learning Activity

When using cooking quizzes, we may collect:

• Quiz responses
• Scores and progress

This information helps improve your learning experience.

g. Device and Usage Information

We may automatically collect:

• Device type and operating system
• App version
• Usage data (features used, time spent)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Generate recipes from images, voice, or text input
• Provide AI-powered cooking assistance
• Save and organize your recipes
• Deliver quiz features and track progress
• Improve app functionality, accuracy, and user experience

3. AI and Content Processing

• Images, voice input, and text are analyzed using artificial intelligence models.
• Content is used solely to generate recipes and provide cooking assistance.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share information only in the following cases:

• Service Providers: Trusted third parties that help operate the App (e.g., AI processing services)
• Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, sale, or acquisition

All partners are required to protect your data.

5. Data Retention

• Photos and generated recipes may be stored locally on your device
• Chat messages and recipe history may be stored locally
• You can delete your data at any time within the App.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access your data
• Request correction or deletion
• Withdraw consent

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information; however, no system is completely secure.

8. Third-Party Services

The App may use third-party tools for AI processing (such as OpenRouter, OpenAI, Deepgram, or similar providers). These services may process data according to their own privacy policies.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted within the App with an updated “Last Updated” date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us at: guyswim907@gmail.com