Privacy Policy
Last updated: 26 Jan 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how Kitchen Buddy ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your information when you use our mobile application (the "App").
By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information to provide and improve our App:
- Account Information: When you sign up, we collect your email address and a display name (e.g., "Chef John") to create and authenticate your unique user profile.
- User Generated Content: We store the data you input into the App to provide its core functionality. This includes your kitchen inventory items, shopping lists, saved recipes, collection names, and chat history with the Chef Assistant.
- Usage Data: We may collect anonymous, aggregated usage statistics (such as feature popularity) to understand how users interact with the App and to improve performance.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following specific purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and synchronize your inventory and recipes across your devices.
- To authenticate your identity and secure your account.
- To generate personalized recipe suggestions and cooking advice using AI services based on your specific inventory.
- To improve user experience and optimize App performance.
3. Third-Party Services
We utilize trusted third-party services to operate the App. These providers have access to your information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.
- Google Firebase: We use Firebase for secure user authentication, database storage, and hosting backend infrastructure. Google Privacy Policy
- Vercel: We use Vercel for hosting the web application and content delivery. Vercel Privacy Policy
- Google Gemini AI: We use Google's generative AI to power the Chef Assistant features. Text inputs sent to the AI are used solely for processing your request. Google Privacy Policy
4. Data Retention and Deletion
We retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. You have full control over your data:
- You can delete specific items, recipes, or lists directly within the App interface at any time.
- If you wish to delete your entire account and all associated data permanently, please contact us at the email below.
5. Children's Privacy
Our App is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected Personal Data from a child without verification of parental consent, we take steps to remove that information from our servers.
6. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us: