Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 25, 2026

Brennan Technologies LLC ("Company", "we", "our", or "us") operates CookBuddy (the "Service").

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile applications, website, and related services.

By using the Service, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We may collect:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Account login credentials
  • Payment-related identifiers
  • Content you upload (e.g., recipe URLs, text, transcripts)
  • Customer support communications

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use the Service, we may collect:

  • Device type
  • Operating system
  • App version
  • IP address
  • Usage data (feature interactions)
  • Crash logs and diagnostics

1.3 Subscription & Payment Information

iOS Users (Apple)

Payments are processed by Apple through your Apple ID.
We do not receive your full payment details.

We may receive:

  • Subscription status
  • Product identifier
  • Transaction identifiers

Android Users (Google Play)

Payments are processed by Stripe.
We do not receive your full payment details.

We may receive:

  • Subscription status
  • Product identifier
  • Transaction identifiers

2. How We Use Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain the Service
  • Process subscriptions
  • Perform AI-powered content analysis
  • Improve our algorithms
  • Respond to customer support requests
  • Monitor usage and prevent fraud
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. AI Processing of Content

Content you submit may be processed by:

  • Internal AI systems
  • Third-party AI service providers

This processing is used solely to:

  • Extract recipe data
  • Structure ingredients and instructions
  • Improve Service functionality

We do not sell your uploaded content.

4. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We may share information with:

  • Payment processors (Apple, Stripe)
  • Cloud hosting providers
  • Analytics providers
  • AI service providers
  • Legal authorities when required

We do not sell personal data.

5. Data Retention

We retain your data:

  • As long as your account is active
  • As necessary to provide the Service
  • As required by law

You may request deletion of your account at any time.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion
  • Restrict processing
  • Data portability

To exercise these rights, contact:
cookbuddyai@gmail.com

7. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act.

We do not sell personal information.

You may request:

  • Disclosure of collected information
  • Deletion of personal data

Contact: cookbuddyai@gmail.com

8. Children’s Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13.

We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 years of age. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided personal information, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information to us, please contact us at:
cookbuddyai@gmail.com

and we will take appropriate action.

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your information.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

10. International Users

If you access the Service outside the United States:

Your information may be transferred and processed in the United States.

By using the Service, you consent to this transfer.

11. Third-Party Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites.

We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

Examples include:

  • Apple App Store
  • Google Play
  • Stripe

Please review their policies separately.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Changes will be posted with a revised "Last Updated" date.

Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance.

13. Contact Us

Company Name: Brennan Technologies LLC
Business Address: 23 Western Avenue Apt 3, Morristown, NJ 07960
Email: cookbuddyai@gmail.com