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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 24, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Heard Chef ("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 recipe generation service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Photos: Images of ingredients you upload to generate recipes
  • Text Input: Ingredient descriptions you type into our service
  • Preferences: Recipe preferences such as serving size, cuisine style, and cooking methods
  • Feedback: Comments and feature requests you submit through our feedback widget

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

  • Usage Data: Pages visited, recipes generated, features used
  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address
  • Analytics: We use PostHog and Vercel Analytics to understand how users interact with our service

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Generate personalized recipe recommendations
  • Store and display your generated recipes
  • Improve our AI models and service quality
  • Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
  • Respond to your feedback and support requests
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Data Storage and Processing

  • Recipe Data: Stored in our PostgreSQL database (Neon)
  • Images: Uploaded to Vercel Blob storage and processed through Google Gemini AI
  • Analytics: Usage data processed by PostHog and Vercel Analytics
  • Feedback: Managed through Canny.io

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share data with:

  • Service Providers: Google (Gemini AI), Vercel (hosting and analytics), PostHog (analytics), Canny.io (feedback)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

6. Public Recipe Directory

All generated recipes are publicly accessible through our recipe directory. This means:

  • Anyone can view recipes you generate
  • Recipes are indexed by search engines
  • We do not associate recipes with personal identifying information

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

  • Analytics and performance monitoring
  • Understanding user preferences
  • Improving service functionality

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to data processing
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

9. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Generated recipes remain in our public directory indefinitely unless you request removal.

10. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this privacy policy.

12. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us: