🔒 Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Account Information: When you register, we collect your name, email address, and password (stored encrypted).

Payment Information: Payments are processed by Stripe. We receive a transaction confirmation but never store your full card number, CVV, or bank details.

Usage Data: We collect anonymized data on how you interact with the platform (pages visited, recipes viewed) to improve the Service.

Communications: If you contact support, we retain those messages to provide assistance.

Lead Magnet: If you request our free recipes, we collect your name, email, and country to send you the PDF and occasional recipe updates.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To create and manage your account
• To process payments and manage your subscription
• To send your purchased or free recipe content
• To send transactional emails (receipts, verification, password reset)
• To send occasional marketing emails about new recipes or offers (you can unsubscribe anytime)
• To improve the platform based on usage patterns
• To prevent fraud and enforce our Terms of Service

3. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies to keep you logged in and to remember your preferences. We also use:

• TikTok Pixel: To measure the effectiveness of our TikTok advertising campaigns.
• Stripe.js: Required for secure payment processing.
• Google Sign-In: If you choose to sign in with Google.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect functionality.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We share information only with:

• Stripe — to process payments (subject to Stripe's Privacy Policy)
• Google — if you use Google Sign-In (subject to Google's Privacy Policy)
• Email provider — to send transactional and marketing emails
• Law enforcement — if required by valid legal process

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

• HTTPS/SSL encryption for all data in transit
• Bcrypt hashing for passwords (never stored in plain text)
• Security headers (CSP, HSTS, X-Frame-Options) via Helmet.js
• Rate limiting to prevent brute-force attacks

6. Data Retention

We retain your account data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Opt out of marketing emails (unsubscribe link in every email)
• Data portability — receive a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, email us at support@flavor-craft.com.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or a prominent notice on our website. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

10. Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact us: support@flavor-craft.com

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