Privacy Policy

Introduction

Meal Gen ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our AI-powered meal planning mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service").

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

• Name and email address for account creation
• Dietary preferences and restrictions
• Food allergies and health conditions
• Family size and household information
• Cooking skill level and preferences
• Geographic location for local grocery pricing

Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use our Service:

• App usage patterns and feature interactions
• Meal plans generated and modifications made
• Grocery lists created and shopping behaviors
• Recipe views, saves, and ratings
• Device information and operating system
• IP address and general location data

AI Processing Data

Our AI technology processes your dietary preferences, meal history, and usage patterns to provide personalized meal recommendations. This data is anonymized and used solely for improving our AI algorithms.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

• Providing personalized meal plans and recipes
• Generating intelligent grocery lists
• Improving AI recommendations and app functionality
• Communicating with you about your account and updates
• Processing subscription payments and billing
• Analyzing usage patterns to enhance user experience
• Complying with legal obligations

Data Sharing and Third Parties

We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party companies that help us operate our Service (hosting, analytics, payment processing)
• AI Processing Partners: Trusted partners who help improve our AI algorithms (data is anonymized)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and users' safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including encryption, secure servers, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights and Choices

General Rights

You have the right to:

• Access and review your personal information
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Delete your account and associated data
• Export your data in a portable format
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Withdraw consent for data processing

GDPR Rights (EU Residents)

If you are located in the European Union, you have additional rights under GDPR:

• Right to data portability
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to object to processing
• Right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities

CCPA Rights (California Residents)

California residents have the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected
• Delete personal information
• Opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. When you delete your account, we will delete your personal information within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete such information.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at: