Privacy Policy

Your data, kept kindly

What we collect, what we do with it, and what you can ask us to delete.

Effective September 1, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Mealio (Company, we, our, or us) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our mobile application, website, and related services (collectively, the Services).

By using our Services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Services.

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Information We Collect

Account Information: We do not require traditional login credentials. If you choose to sign in with Apple, we only receive the basic profile information (such as your name and email) provided by Apple.

Usage Information: We collect data about how you use the Services, including device type, operating system, IP address, app activity, and preferences.

Recipe & Preference Data: We may collect information you provide about your dietary preferences, favorite cuisines, or ingredients.

Communications: If you contact us, we may keep records of your communication.

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How We Use Your Information

We use your information to provide, personalize, and improve the Services; generate recipes and recommendations; communicate with you; monitor trends; and protect against fraud.

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Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with service providers, for legal compliance, in business transfers, or with your consent.

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Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to provide the Services, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

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Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, but we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights such as access, correction, deletion, portability, and the right to opt out. Contact chickcook2@gmail.com to exercise these rights.

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Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. Contact us to request deletion if needed.

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International Users

If you access our Services from outside the United States, your information may be transferred and processed in the U.S. or other countries.

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Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be posted in the app or sent by email.

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Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at chickcook2@gmail.com.

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AI Transparency

AI-Generated Recipes & Content: Mealio uses AI to generate recipes and suggestions based on user inputs and data sources.

Third-Party AI Providers: We may use external AI providers to process requests; your inputs may be sent securely to those providers.

Limitations of AI: AI-generated content may be inaccurate or biased. Verify details and ingredient safety before use.

No Medical Advice: AI outputs are informational only and do not replace professional medical advice.

User Responsibility: By using AI features, you acknowledge responsibility for how you use generated information.

Questions about any of this?

Ask about your data, or ask us to delete it.

Email us chickcook2@gmail.com