Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

FlavorShare ("we," "our," or "us") operates the FlavorShare website and mobile application (collectively, the "Service"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service. By accessing or using FlavorShare, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account Information: Name, email address, password, profile photo, and dietary preferences when you create an account.
• Recipe Content: Titles, descriptions, ingredient lists, step-by-step instructions, photos, videos, and tags you upload to our platform.
• Communications: Messages, feedback, support requests, or comments you submit to us or other users.

Information Automatically Collected

• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, click patterns, search queries, and recipe interactions (saves, likes, shares).
• Device & Browser Data: IP address, device type, operating system, browser type, and approximate location.
• Cookies & Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to maintain session state, analyze trends, and personalize your experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To create, manage, and secure your FlavorShare account.
• To publish, host, and share your recipes with our community.
• To personalize your feed, recommend recipes, and tailor content to your interests.
• To improve our Service, develop new features, and perform analytics.
• To communicate with you about updates, security alerts, and support requests.
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.

4. Information Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist in operating our platform, processing payments, hosting data, or analyzing usage (e.g., cloud storage, analytics providers).
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, subpoena, or government request, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of FlavorShare, our users, or the public.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, where your information may be transferred as a business asset.
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share specific information with third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including encryption in transit and at rest, access controls, regular security audits, and secure server infrastructure. While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data:

• Access & Portability: Request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information through your account settings or by contacting us.
• Deletion: Request the erasure of your personal data, subject to legal retention obligations.
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time using the link in our emails or adjusting notification preferences in your account.
• Cookies: Manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect Service functionality.

7. Children's Privacy

FlavorShare is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will take immediate steps to delete it. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

8. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will notify you via email or a prominent notice on the Service before the changes take effect. Your continued use of FlavorShare after the effective date constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please reach out to us: