# Privacy Policy for MealBuddy

**Last Updated:** April 10, 2026

## Introduction

Welcome to MealBuddy ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

## Information We Collect

### Information You Provide

- **Account Information:** Email address (optional), display name, age, height, weight
- **Dietary Preferences:** Allergies, dislikes, diet type (flexible, high-protein, low-carb, etc.)
- **Meal Planning Data:** Selected recipes, meal plans, eaten status, serving sizes
- **Health Data:** Water intake logs, calorie goals, weight tracking
- **Kitchen Preferences:** Cooking skill level, pantry status

### Automatically Collected Information

- **Usage Data:** App interactions, feature usage, session duration
- **Device Information:** Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers
- **Analytics Data:** Aggregated and anonymized usage statistics to improve our service

## How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

- Provide personalized meal plans and recipe recommendations
- Track your nutritional goals and progress
- Generate shopping lists based on your meal plans
- Sync your data across devices (when using email authentication)
- Improve our app features and user experience
- Send important service updates (if you've provided an email)
- Respond to your support requests

## Data Storage and Security

- Your data is stored securely using Supabase (hosted on AWS)
- All data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS protocols
- We implement appropriate security measures to protect against unauthorized access
- Anonymous users' data is stored locally and in the cloud but not linked to an identifiable email until you choose to add one

## Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

- **Supabase:** Database and authentication services
- **Google OAuth / Apple Sign-In:** Optional account linking (if you choose to use these features)
- **RevenueCat:** Subscription and payment processing (for premium features)

These services have their own privacy policies and handle data according to their terms.

## Your Data Rights

You have the right to:

- **Access:** Request a copy of your personal data
- **Correction:** Update or correct your information in the app settings
- **Deletion:** Delete your account and all associated data at any time
- **Portability:** Export your meal plans and preferences (coming soon)
- **Opt-Out:** Decline optional data collection features

To exercise these rights, contact us at [your-email@example.com] or use the in-app "Contact us" feature.

## Data Retention

- We retain your data as long as your account is active
- If you delete your account, we will delete all your personal data within 30 days
- Anonymized analytics data may be retained for service improvement purposes

## Children's Privacy

MealBuddy is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.

## Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Sending an in-app notification (if applicable)
- Posting a notice on our website or social media

## International Users

Your data may be transferred to and stored in servers located outside your country of residence. By using MealBuddy, you consent to this transfer.

## Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices:

- **Email:** [your-email@example.com]
- **In-App:** Use the "Contact us" feature in Settings
- **Website:** [your-website-url.com]

## Your Consent

By using MealBuddy, you consent to this privacy policy and agree to its terms.

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