Privacy Policy & Legal Terms

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how SaveByCooking collects, uses, and protects your information, along with important legal disclaimers.

Last Updated: August 2025

⚠️ IMPORTANT LEGAL DISCLAIMER

By using SaveByCooking, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy and all legal terms contained herein. If you do not agree to these terms, do not use the application.

1. Introduction & Legal Basis

SaveByCooking ("we," "our," "us," or "the Company") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy and Legal Terms document ("Policy") constitutes a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and SaveByCooking regarding the collection, use, and protection of your information when using our mobile application ("App" or "Service").

🔒 Privacy-First Design

SaveByCooking is designed with privacy in mind. We believe your personal data should stay on your device and under your control.

1.1 Legal Compliance

This Policy is provided in compliance with applicable privacy laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - European Union
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) - California, USA
  • Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) - Canada
  • Privacy Act 1988 - Australia
  • Other applicable federal, state, and local privacy laws

1.2 Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using the SaveByCooking application, you expressly consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Policy. Your continued use of the App constitutes acceptance of any modifications to this Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Local Data Storage

SaveByCooking stores all your data locally on your device. We do not collect, transmit, or store any personal information on our servers or cloud infrastructure.

2.2 Data Types Stored Locally

  • Meal Logs: Your daily meal entries, including meal types, cooking status, amounts spent, and timestamps
  • Settings: App preferences, budget goals, notification settings, and user configurations
  • Analytics: Calculated statistics, progress data, and historical trends based on your meal logs
  • User-Created Content: Recipes, notes, and custom entries you create within the app
  • Device Information: Basic device identifiers necessary for app functionality (e.g., device model, OS version)

2.3 No Account Required

SaveByCooking does not require you to create an account or provide personal information like your name, email address, phone number, or any other personally identifiable information.

2.4 No Third-Party Data Collection

We do not integrate with third-party analytics services, advertising networks, or data collection tools. All data processing occurs locally on your device.

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Local Processing Only

All data processing happens on your device. We use your locally stored information to:

  • Calculate your savings and spending patterns
  • Track your cooking progress and achievements
  • Provide personalized recipe suggestions based on your preferences
  • Generate analytics and progress reports
  • Customize your app experience based on your settings
  • Enable core app functionality and features

3.2 No External Sharing

We do not share, sell, rent, lease, or transmit your data to third parties, advertisers, analytics services, or any external entities. Your data remains exclusively on your device.

3.3 No Data Mining or Profiling

We do not engage in data mining, user profiling, or behavioral analysis. Your data is used solely for the intended functionality of the SaveByCooking application.

4. Data Security & Protection

4.1 Device-Level Security

Your data is protected by your device's built-in security features. We recommend:

  • Keeping your device updated with the latest security patches
  • Using a strong device passcode or biometric authentication
  • Enabling device encryption if available
  • Using secure networks when possible
  • Regularly backing up your device data

4.2 No Cloud Storage

Since all data is stored locally, there's no risk of data breaches from cloud storage or external servers. Your data security is primarily dependent on your device's security measures.

4.3 Data Encryption

While we do not store data externally, we recommend that users enable device-level encryption to further protect their locally stored data.

5. Third-Party Services & Dependencies

5.1 Limited External Dependencies

SaveByCooking may use minimal third-party services for:

  • App Store Distribution: Apple's App Store for app distribution and updates
  • Device Notifications: Your device's native notification system
  • System Integration: Standard iOS system services for app functionality
  • Device Storage: Your device's local storage system

5.2 No Analytics or Tracking

We do not integrate with analytics services, advertising networks, user tracking tools, or any data collection services. The app operates independently without external data dependencies.

5.3 Third-Party Service Limitations

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services (such as app stores) that may be required for app distribution and basic device functionality. Users should review the privacy policies of these services independently.

6. User Rights & Data Control

6.1 Complete Data Control

You have full control over your data:

  • View all stored data within the app
  • Modify or delete individual meal entries
  • Clear all app data through settings
  • Export your data if needed (subject to app capabilities)
  • Control notification preferences
  • Reset app to default settings

6.2 Data Deletion

You can delete your data at any time through the app's settings. Uninstalling the app will also remove all locally stored data. We have no ability to recover deleted data once it has been removed from your device.

6.3 Right to Access & Portability

Since all data is stored locally on your device, you have direct access to all your information. You can export or backup your data using your device's standard backup and export features.

7. Children's Privacy & Age Restrictions

7.1 Age Requirements

SaveByCooking is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are under 13, please do not use this application.

7.2 Parental Consent

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. We will take steps to remove such information from our records.

7.3 Age Verification

By using this application, you represent and warrant that you are at least 13 years old or have parental consent to use the application.

8. International Users & Data Transfers

8.1 Local Data Storage

Since all data is stored locally on your device, no international data transfers occur. Your data remains within your device's jurisdiction.

8.2 Compliance with Local Laws

Users are responsible for ensuring their use of the application complies with applicable local laws and regulations in their jurisdiction.

8.3 European Union Users

For users in the European Union, this Policy is designed to comply with GDPR requirements. Since we do not process personal data on our servers, many GDPR provisions do not apply, but we maintain transparency about our data practices.

9. Changes to This Policy

9.1 Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the new Privacy Policy in the app
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date
  • Providing in-app notifications for significant changes

9.2 Continued Use

Your continued use of the application after any changes to this Policy constitutes acceptance of the updated terms. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically.

9.3 Material Changes

For material changes that affect how we handle your data, we will provide additional notice and may require explicit consent before implementing such changes.

10. Legal Disclaimers & Limitations

⚠️ IMPORTANT LEGAL DISCLAIMERS

Please read these disclaimers carefully. They limit our liability and affect your legal rights.

10.1 No Warranty

The application is provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or accuracy.

10.2 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall SaveByCooking, its developers, owners, or affiliates be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from your use of the application.

10.3 Maximum Liability

In no event shall our total liability to you for all claims exceed the amount paid by you, if any, for accessing the application, or $50.00, whichever is greater.

10.4 Data Loss Disclaimer

We are not responsible for any data loss, corruption, or unavailability that may occur on your device. Users are responsible for backing up their data and maintaining their device's security.

10.5 Third-Party Content

We are not responsible for any third-party content, services, or applications that may be accessible through or related to our application. Users access such content at their own risk.

11. Jurisdiction & Governing Law

11.1 Governing Law

This Policy and any disputes arising from the use of the SaveByCooking application shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law principles.

11.2 Jurisdiction

Any legal proceedings arising from this Policy or the use of the application shall be brought exclusively in the courts of [Your Jurisdiction], and you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

11.3 Severability

If any provision of this Policy is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that this Policy will otherwise remain in full force and effect.

11.4 Waiver

The failure of SaveByCooking to exercise or enforce any right or provision of this Policy shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

12. Contact Information & Support

12.1 Privacy Inquiries

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

12.2 Data Subject Rights

If you are a resident of certain jurisdictions (such as the European Union or California), you may have additional rights regarding your personal data. Please contact us to exercise these rights.

12.3 Complaints

If you believe we have not addressed your privacy concerns adequately, you may have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

13. Final Provisions

13.1 Entire Agreement

This Privacy Policy constitutes the entire agreement between you and SaveByCooking regarding the privacy practices and legal terms related to the use of our application.

13.2 Survival

Provisions of this Policy that by their nature should survive termination of your use of the application shall survive such termination.

13.3 Updates and Modifications

We reserve the right to modify this Policy at any time. Continued use of the application after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

✅ Your Privacy is Protected

SaveByCooking is designed to respect your privacy. Your data stays on your device, under your control, and is never shared with external parties. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of data protection and user privacy.