Last Updated: January 2025
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
When you use YumifyGo, you may provide us with:
- Account Information: Email address, username, and password when you create an account
- Profile Information: Optional details like name and preferences
- User Content: Recipes you create, favorites you save, and shopping lists you generate
- Communications: Messages you send us through contact forms or email
- Feedback: Reviews, ratings, and comments you provide
1.2 Information Automatically Collected
When you visit our website, we automatically collect:
- Usage Data: Pages viewed, features used, time spent on site, and interactions
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, and IP address
- Cookies and Tracking: Data from cookies and similar technologies (see our Cookie Policy)
- Analytics Data: Website performance and user behavior through Google Analytics
1.3 Information from Third Parties
If you sign in using Google or other third-party services:
- We receive basic profile information (name, email, profile picture)
- This is governed by the third-party's privacy policy
- You can manage permissions in your third-party account settings
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
2.1 Provide Our Services
- Generate personalized recipe recommendations
- Save your favorite recipes and preferences
- Create and manage your shopping lists
- Enable account features and functionality
- Process your requests and respond to inquiries
2.2 Improve Our Services
- Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
- Test new features and improvements
- Fix bugs and technical issues
- Conduct research and analytics
2.3 Communicate With You
- Send service-related notifications (account updates, security alerts)
- Respond to your questions and support requests
- Send newsletters and promotional content (with your consent)
- Request feedback and reviews
2.4 Ensure Security and Safety
- Prevent fraud and abuse
- Enforce our Terms of Service
- Protect against security threats
- Comply with legal obligations
2.5 Display Advertising
- Show relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
- Measure advertising effectiveness
- Personalize ad content based on your interests
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
3.1 Service Providers
- Firebase/Google: For authentication and database services
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and insights
- Google AdSense: For displaying advertisements
- Hosting Providers: For website hosting and infrastructure
3.2 Business Transfers
If YumifyGo is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
3.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or to:
- Comply with legal processes or government requests
- Enforce our Terms of Service
- Protect the rights, property, or safety of YumifyGo, our users, or others
- Prevent fraud or security issues
3.4 With Your Consent
We may share your information with third parties when you explicitly consent to such sharing.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you use our website
- Improve website performance and functionality
- Display personalized content and advertisements
You can control cookies through your browser settings. For more details, see our Cookie Policy.
5. Your Privacy Rights
5.1 Access and Portability
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format
- Know what data we've collected and how we use it
5.2 Correction and Updates
You can:
- Update your account information at any time
- Request corrections to inaccurate data
- Change your preferences and settings
5.3 Deletion
You can request deletion of:
- Your account and associated data
- Specific pieces of information
- User-generated content you've created
Note: Some data may be retained for legal or security purposes.
5.4 Opt-Out Rights
You can opt out of:
- Marketing communications (while still receiving service emails)
- Personalized advertising through AdSense settings
- Analytics tracking through browser settings
- Cookie usage (though some features may not work properly)
5.5 Do Not Track
We respect Do Not Track signals. When you enable Do Not Track in your browser, we will not track your browsing behavior for advertising purposes.
6. Data Security
We implement security measures to protect your information:
- Encryption: Data transmitted over HTTPS/SSL
- Authentication: Secure password hashing and Firebase authentication
- Access Controls: Limited employee access to personal data
- Regular Audits: Security reviews and vulnerability assessments
- Firestore Security Rules: Database-level access restrictions
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data.
7. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as:
- Your account is active
- Needed to provide our services
- Required by law or for legitimate business purposes
- Necessary to resolve disputes or enforce agreements
When you delete your account:
- Personal data is deleted within 30 days
- Some data may be retained in backups for up to 90 days
- Anonymized data may be retained for analytics
8. Children's Privacy
YumifyGo 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 yumifygo@gmail.com. We will delete such information promptly.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws.
We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:
- Using services that comply with international data protection standards
- Implementing standard contractual clauses
- Following applicable data protection regulations
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (such as Amazon for product recommendations). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.
11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:
- Right to Know: What personal information we collect and how we use it
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale of personal information (we don't sell data)
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We won't discriminate against you for exercising your rights
To exercise these rights, contact us at yumifygo@gmail.com.
12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation:
- Legal Basis: We process data based on consent, contract, or legitimate interests
- Right to Access: Request access to your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
- Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights or file a complaint with a supervisory authority, contact us at yumifygo@gmail.com.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes:
- We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top
- Material changes will be communicated via email or website notice
- Your continued use of YumifyGo after changes constitutes acceptance
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:
Email: yumifygo@gmail.com
Website: Contact Page
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.