Privacy Policy for Recipe Finder

Last Updated: January 28, 2026

Introduction

Recipe Finder ("we", "our", or "the app") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

Information We Collect

1. Email Address

We collect your email address when you create an account. This information is used for:

• User authentication and account access
• Email verification during sign-up
• Enabling the favorites feature

2. User ID

A unique identifier is automatically generated when you create an account. This is used to:

• Link your saved favorite recipes to your account
• Retrieve your data when you sign in

3. Product Interaction Data

We collect information about which recipes you save as favorites. This data is used solely to:

• Display your saved recipes in the Favorites section
• Enable the core functionality of saving and managing favorite recipes

How We Use Your Information

All data collected is used exclusively for app functionality. We do NOT use your data for:

• Advertising or marketing
• Analytics or user behavior tracking
• Selling or sharing with third parties for commercial purposes

Third-Party Services

Clerk Authentication

We use Clerk (clerk.com) for user authentication. Your email address and password are securely managed by Clerk. Please review Clerk's Privacy Policy at: https://clerk.com/privacy

TheMealDB API

Recipe content is provided by TheMealDB, a public recipe database. No personal data is shared with TheMealDB.

Data Storage and Security

Your favorite recipes are stored on our secure backend servers. Your authentication data (email and password) is managed by Clerk and is never directly stored in our app or backend.

Data Retention

We retain your account information and saved favorites for as long as your account is active. You may request account deletion at any time by contacting us.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request deletion of your account and data
• Opt out of data collection by not creating an account (note: favorites feature requires an account)

Children's Privacy

Recipe Finder does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: pedrolorenzo.dev@gmail.com

International Users

Recipe Finder is hosted in the United States. By using the app, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States.