Privacy Policy for Recipe GPT
Last updated: January 2025
Overview
Recipe GPT (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application.
Photos and Images
- What we collect: Photos you take or select from your device’s photo library
- How we use it: Photos are sent to Google Gemini AI service for ingredient detection and analysis
- Storage: Photos are processed in real-time and are not permanently stored on our servers
- Device Information: Basic device identifiers may be collected for API authentication
- Usage Data: App performance and crash data to improve functionality
- Network Information: IP address for API connectivity
Primary Functions
- Ingredient Analysis: Photos are sent to Google Gemini AI to identify ingredients
- Recipe Generation: Detected ingredients are sent to OpenAI GPT-4 to generate personalized recipes
- App Functionality: Technical data ensures the app works properly on your device
Data Processing
- All photo analysis happens in real-time
- We do not store your photos on our servers
- Generated recipes are not saved unless you choose to save them locally
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
Google Gemini AI
- Purpose: Image analysis for ingredient detection
- Data shared: Photos you take or select
- Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
OpenAI
- Purpose: Recipe generation based on detected ingredients
- Data shared: List of ingredients (no photos)
- Privacy Policy: OpenAI Privacy Policy
Data Security
- Encryption: All data transmission uses HTTPS encryption
- No Storage: Photos are not stored on our servers after processing
- API Security: We use secure API keys and authentication
- Local Data: Any saved recipes are stored locally on your device
Your Rights and Choices
Control Over Your Data
- Photos: You control which photos you share with the app
- Permissions: You can revoke camera and photo library permissions anytime
- Local Data: You can delete the app to remove any locally stored data
Data Access
- You can request information about data processing by contacting us
- You have the right to request deletion of any data we may have
Children’s Privacy
Recipe GPT is suitable for users aged 4 and up. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.
Data Retention
- Photos: Not retained - processed and discarded immediately
- Technical Data: Minimal technical data may be retained for up to 30 days for debugging
- User-Generated Content: Recipes are only stored locally on your device
International Data Transfers
Your data may be processed by our third-party services (Google, OpenAI) which may operate in different countries. These services maintain appropriate data protection standards.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes through the app or by updating the “Last updated” date above.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: [julien.wut@gmail.com]
- GitHub: [https://github.com/jwuthri/recipe-gpt]
Regional Compliance
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to know, delete, and opt-out of the sale of personal information.
European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
EU residents have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation, including access, rectification, erasure, and data portability.
By using Recipe GPT, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.