Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Churro ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and web service (the "Service").

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us and information that is automatically collected when you use our Service:

• Account Information: Email address, username, and password when you create an account
• Recipe Data: Recipes you save, including ingredients, instructions, images, and source URLs
• Usage Data: Information about how you use the Service, including features accessed and interactions
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers
• Images: Photos you upload for recipe analysis (processed and stored securely)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Process and store your recipes
• Analyze recipe images using AI technology
• Authenticate your account and provide customer support
• Send you important updates and notifications
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using:

• Firebase Authentication and Firestore for user accounts and recipe data
• AWS S3 for recipe file storage
• All data is encrypted in transit and at rest
• We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect information:

• Google Firebase (Authentication, Database, Analytics) - Privacy Policy
• AWS S3 (Cloud Storage) - Privacy Policy
• Google AI/Gemini (Recipe parsing and analysis) - Privacy Policy
• Railway (Backend hosting) - Privacy Policy

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal obligations or court orders
• To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• In connection with a business transfer (merger, acquisition, etc.)
• With service providers who assist us in operating our Service (under strict confidentiality agreements)

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Data Portability: Export your recipe data
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at the email address provided below.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

12. Contact Us

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

Email: Nick@immersive-engineering.com

Or through the Service's support features.