Privacy Policy for MoodFood

Last Updated: February 20, 2026

Introduction

Welcome to MoodFood ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our mobile application.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address, name, and password when you create an account
• Profile Information: Dietary preferences, cuisine preferences, and mood selections
• Family Plan Information: Family member details if you subscribe to our Family Plan
• Recipe Interactions: Recipes you save, vote on, or create

Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: Features you use, recipes you view, and time spent in the app
• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and unique device identifiers
• Log Data: App crashes, error reports, and performance data

Permissions We Request

• Camera Permission: Used for scanning recipes from cookbooks, taking photos of ingredients, capturing images of finished dishes (Optional - you can decline and still use the app)
• Microphone Permission: Used for voice commands during hands-free cooking mode and voice interaction with AI Chef assistant (Optional - you can use text input instead)
• Internet Permission: Required for syncing recipes, AI-powered recipe generation, and accessing our cooking database

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide personalized recipe recommendations based on your mood and preferences
• Generate custom recipes using AI technology
• Enable voice-controlled cooking features
• Manage your Family Plan subscription and voting features
• Improve app performance and user experience
• Send important notifications about your account or recipes
• Provide customer support

Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do NOT sell your personal information to third parties.

We may share limited data with:

• Cloud Service Providers: For secure data storage and app functionality
• Analytics Services: To understand app usage and improve features (anonymized data only)
• AI Service Providers: To power recipe generation and AI Chef features (data is processed securely)

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication and password hashing
• Regular security audits and updates
• Secure cloud infrastructure

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct your information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Opt-out: Disable notifications or certain features
• Data Portability: Export your recipes and preferences

To exercise these rights, contact us at: privacy@moodfood.app

Children's Privacy

MoodFood is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with their information, please contact us immediately.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your login session
• Save your preferences
• Analyze app usage
• Improve performance

You can manage cookie preferences in your device settings.

Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as:

• Your account is active
• Required to provide our services
• Necessary for legal compliance

After account deletion, we retain minimal data for 30 days for recovery purposes, then permanently delete all personal information.

Push Notifications

We may send push notifications for:

• Cooking timers and reminders
• New recipe recommendations
• Family Plan voting requests
• Important account updates

You can disable push notifications in your device settings at any time.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via in-app notification, email, or updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of MoodFood after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Legal Compliance

We may disclose your information if required by law or to comply with legal obligations, protect our rights and property, prevent fraud or illegal activity, and ensure user safety.

Your Consent

By using MoodFood, you consent to this Privacy Policy and our collection and use of information as described.