Privacy Policy for our new app PowerChef

Last updated: October 2025

PowerChef ("we", "our", or "us") operates the PowerChef mobile application (the "App").
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our app.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you use PowerChef:

• Personal Information

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number
    (collected when you sign up or log in using Firebase Authentication)

• Usage Data

  • Information about how you use the app (such as app interactions, clicks, and time spent)

  • Device information (model, operating system version, unique device identifiers)

• Generated Data

  • Recipes you create or save

  • Preferences and cooking-related inputs you enter in the app

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Provide and improve app features

• Personalize your recipe experience

• Save and display your generated recipes or preferences

• Communicate important updates and support messages

• Ensure the security of our app and prevent misuse

3. Firebase Services

PowerChef uses Google Firebase for:

• Authentication (login and signup)

• Firestore Database (storing user recipes and preferences)

• Analytics (understanding how users interact with the app)

Firebase may collect identifiers (such as your device ID) and diagnostic data as part of its standard operations.
For details, please see Firebase Privacy and Security.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services.
You may request deletion of your account and data anytime by contacting us.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information.
We may share data only:

• With Google Firebase (for app functionality)

• If required by law or to protect legal rights

6. Security

We use modern security measures (including Firebase-provided security and encryption) to protect your data.
However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights

You may:

• Request to access or correct your data

• Request deletion of your account

• Withdraw consent anytime by contacting us

8. Children’s Privacy

PowerChef is not intended for children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under that age.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
You will be notified via app notification or update notes if any significant changes occur.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or requests about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

PowerChef Support
📧 Email: [[email protected]]