# Privacy Policy
**Last updated: December 17, 2025**
Thank you for using the Kiwi Chef application ("App"). This Privacy Policy explains how your personal data is collected, used, stored, and protected. By using the App, you agree to this policy.
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## 1. Data Controller
**Kiwi Chef**
Email: info@kiwichef.app
Web: https://kiwichef.app
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## 2. Data We Collect
The App collects and processes the following personal data:
### Account Information
- Email address
- First and last name
- Profile photo (optional)
### Usage Data
- Food preferences and diet type
- Allergens and disliked ingredients
- Created and saved recipes
- Meal plans and nutrition logs
- Daily calorie and macro goals
### Technical Data
- Device type and operating system
- IP address (for debugging purposes)
- App usage statistics
- Error reports and performance data
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## 3. How We Use Your Data
We use the collected data to:
- Provide personalized recipe recommendations
- Enable nutrition tracking and analysis
- Power AI-assisted features
- Improve the app experience
- Identify and fix technical issues
- Comply with legal obligations
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## 4. Data Security
Your data security is our priority:
- All data is transmitted using SSL/TLS encryption
- Data is stored encrypted on secure servers
- Industry-standard security protocols are implemented
- Regular security audits are conducted
- Only you can access your data
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## 5. Third-Party Sharing
Your personal data is not shared with third parties for marketing purposes. We only share data with the following service providers for technical requirements:
- **Supabase:** Database and authentication services
- **OpenAI:** AI-powered recipe generation
- **Sentry:** Error tracking and performance monitoring (IP address, device info)
- **Apple/Google:** In-app purchase processing
These service providers process your data only for the specified purposes and maintain appropriate security measures.
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## 6. International Data Transfer
Due to our service providers, your data may be processed on servers outside your country. These transfers are made to countries that provide adequate protection or with your explicit consent.
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## 7. Data Retention
Your personal data:
- Is retained as long as your account is active
- Is permanently deleted within 30 days after account deletion
- May be retained longer due to legal requirements
- Anonymous statistical data may be retained indefinitely
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## 8. Children's Privacy
Our App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under 13. If parents or guardians notice that their child has shared data, they can contact us; such data will be deleted immediately.
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## 9. Cookies and Analytics
The App may use local storage and analytics tools to improve your experience:
- Secure local storage for session information
- Anonymous usage statistics
- Sentry for error reporting and performance monitoring
- Crash reports (may include IP address and device info)
This data is used to improve app quality.
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## 10. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Know whether your personal data is being processed
- Request information about the processing
- Learn the purpose of processing and whether it is used accordingly
- Know third parties to whom your data is transferred
- Request correction if data is incomplete or incorrect
- Request deletion under applicable conditions
- Export your data (data portability)
You can exercise these rights through Profile > Data & Privacy or by emailing info@kiwichef.app.
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## 11. Policy Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be announced via in-app notification or email. Continuing to use the App after changes means you accept the updated policy.
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## 12. Contact Us
For questions about our privacy policy or your personal data, please contact us:
**Email:** info@kiwichef.app
**Web:** https://kiwichef.app
