Last Updated: June 28, 2025

Introduction

SaasFactory LLC (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the Recipe Scanner mobile application (“App”).

By using Recipe Scanner, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, do not use the App.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

Account Information:

• Name and email address (when you create an account)
• User preferences and settings
• Subscription and payment information (processed through app stores)
• Profile information you choose to provide

Usage Data:

• Recipe preferences and cooking history
• Search queries and app interactions
• Features used and time spent in the App
• User-generated content and feedback

Food and Recipe Data

Food Photos:

• Images of food dishes you scan or upload
• Metadata associated with images (location, timestamp if enabled)
• Results from our AI analysis of your food photos

Recipe Interactions:

• Recipes you view, save, or share
• Cooking history and meal planning data
• Shopping lists and ingredient preferences
• Dietary restrictions and allergy information

Technical Information

Device Data:

• Device type, model, and operating system
• Mobile device identifiers
• App version and technical specifications
• IP address and general location data

Performance Data:

• App usage analytics and crash reports
• Feature performance and error logs
• Network connectivity information

How We Collect Information

Direct Collection

• Information you provide when creating an account
• Food photos you scan or upload
• Preferences and settings you configure
• Support requests and communications

Automatic Collection

• Usage patterns through analytics tools
• Technical data through app functionality
• Performance metrics and error reports
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

Third-Party Sources

• App store account information (Apple ID, Google Account)
• Social media information (if you choose to connect accounts)
• Recipe databases and licensed content providers

How We Use Your Information

Service Provision

• Analyze food photos using AI and computer vision
• Provide recipe suggestions and cooking instructions
• Offer nutritional information and dietary analysis
• Create personalized meal plans and shopping lists
• Enable recipe sharing and social features

Service Improvement

• Enhance AI recognition algorithms using anonymized food images
• Improve app functionality and user experience
• Develop new features and services
• Conduct research and analytics on cooking trends

Communication

• Send account-related notifications
• Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
• Share app updates and new features
• Send promotional content (with your consent)

Legal and Security

• Comply with legal obligations and regulations
• Protect against fraud and unauthorized access
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Maintain app security and integrity

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We Do Not Sell Personal Data

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

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

• App development and hosting
• Analytics and performance monitoring
• Customer support services
• Payment processing (through app stores)

Anonymized and Aggregated Data

We may share anonymized, aggregated data that cannot identify you for:

• Research and development purposes
• Industry analysis and reporting
• Service improvement and optimization

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or to:

• Comply with legal processes or government requests
• Protect our rights and property
• Ensure user safety and app security
• Prevent fraud or illegal activities

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business transaction.

Data Retention

General Retention

• We retain personal information as long as necessary to provide services
• Account data is kept while your account remains active
• Usage data may be retained for analytics and improvement purposes

Deletion Requests

• You may request deletion of your personal data
• We will honor deletion requests subject to legal requirements
• Some data may be retained for safety, security, and legal purposes
• Anonymized data may be retained indefinitely for research

Automatic Deletion

• Inactive accounts may be deleted after extended periods
• Temporary data is automatically purged according to our retention schedule

Your Privacy Rights

Access and Control

• View and update your account information
• Access your cooking history and preferences
• Download your personal data (data portability)
• Delete your account and associated data

Communication Preferences

• Opt out of promotional communications
• Control push notifications and alerts
• Manage email preferences

Data Subject Rights (Where Applicable)

Under certain privacy laws, you may have additional rights including:

• Right to know what personal information we collect
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to correct inaccurate information
• Right to opt-out of certain data processing
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

Children’s Privacy

Age Restrictions

• The App is not intended for children under 13
• We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13
• Users under 18 must have parental consent
• Parents are responsible for monitoring their child’s app usage

COPPA Compliance

• We comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
• If we discover we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately
• Parents may contact us to review, delete, or stop collection of their child’s information

Data Security

Security Measures

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Monitoring for unauthorized access and suspicious activity

Limitations

• No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure
• We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information
• You are responsible for maintaining account security
• Report suspected security breaches immediately

International Data Transfers

Cross-Border Processing

• Your information may be processed in countries other than your residence
• We ensure appropriate safeguards for international transfers
• We comply with applicable data protection laws

Adequacy Decisions

• We rely on adequacy decisions where available
• Standard contractual clauses may be used for transfers
• Additional safeguards are implemented as required

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Types of Technologies

• Essential cookies for app functionality
• Analytics cookies for usage measurement
• Performance cookies for optimization
• Preference cookies for personalization

Your Choices

• Most mobile devices allow you to control cookies and tracking
• Disabling certain technologies may limit app functionality
• You can reset your advertising identifier in device settings

Third-Party Services

App Stores

• Apple App Store and Google Play Store have their own privacy policies
• Payment processing is handled by app store providers
• We do not control app store data practices

Analytics Providers

• We use third-party analytics services
• These providers have their own privacy policies
• Data shared with analytics providers is typically anonymized

Recipe Sources

• We obtain recipes from various licensed sources
• Third-party recipe providers may have their own terms
• We respect intellectual property rights of recipe creators

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

Information for California Residents

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to Know:

• Categories of personal information we collect
• Sources of personal information
• Business purposes for collecting information
• Categories of third parties we share information with

Right to Delete:

• Request deletion of personal information we have collected
• Subject to certain exceptions for legal compliance

Right to Opt-Out:

• We do not sell personal information, so opt-out rights do not apply

Right to Non-Discrimination:

• We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise your California privacy rights, contact us at: privacy@tryrecipescanner.com

European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

Information for EU Residents

If you are located in the European Union, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Legal Basis for Processing:

• Consent for certain marketing communications
• Contract performance for service provision
• Legitimate interests for service improvement
• Legal compliance for certain data retention

Additional Rights:

• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise your GDPR rights, contact us at: dpo@tryrecipescanner.com

Changes to This Privacy Policy

Updates and Modifications

• We may update this Privacy Policy periodically
• Material changes will be communicated through the App
• The “Last Updated” date will reflect the most recent version
• Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance

Notification Methods

• In-app notifications for significant changes
• Email notifications to registered users
• Privacy Policy updates posted in the App

Contact Information

Privacy Questions

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, contact us at:

Email: contact@tryrecipescanner.com
Address: SaasFactory LLC, 30 N Gould St Ste N, Sheridan, Wyoming 82801, USA

Data Protection Officer

For specific privacy rights requests or concerns:
Email: contact@tryrecipescanner.com

Customer Support

For general app support and questions:
Email: contact@tryrecipescanner.com

Effective Date

This Privacy Policy is effective as of June 28, 2025, and applies to all information collected by Recipe Scanner from that date forward.