Your Privacy Matters
Last Updated: January 29, 2026
Culorie ("we," "our," or "us") is 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 website (collectively, the "Service").
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide:
- Account information (name, email, password)
- Profile data (age, dietary preferences, allergies, health goals)
- Location data (city, state, zip code for local pricing)
- Payment information (processed securely by Stripe or Apple/Google)
- Meal plans, grocery lists, and recipes you create
- Community posts and comments
Information Collected Automatically:
- Device information (type, operating system, browser)
- Usage data (features used, time spent, interactions)
- IP address and approximate location
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Error logs and performance data
2. How We Use Your Information
- Provide and maintain the Service
- Generate personalized meal plans and recommendations
- Process transactions and manage subscriptions
- Send you important updates and notifications
- Improve our AI algorithms and features
- Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
- Prevent fraud and ensure platform security
- Comply with legal obligations
- Respond to your support requests
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:
Service Providers:
- Firebase (Google Cloud): Data storage and authentication
- M-Library: hybrid meal plan generation (anonymized)
- Stripe: Payment processing (web subscriptions)
- Apple/Google: In-app purchases (mobile subscriptions)
- Analytics providers: Usage analytics (anonymized)
Legal Requirements:
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
Business Transfers:
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will notify you before this occurs.
With Your Consent:
We may share information when you explicitly give us permission (e.g., sharing meal plans publicly).
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:
- Encryption in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest (AES-256)
- Secure authentication with Firebase Auth
- Regular security audits and penetration testing
- Access controls and staff training
- Automated backups and disaster recovery
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
- Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails
- Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
- Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
To exercise these rights, email us at privacy@culorieapp.com. We will respond within 30 days.
California Residents (CCPA):
You have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act. Contact us to exercise your right to know, delete, or opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data).
EU/UK Residents (GDPR):
Under GDPR, you have enhanced rights including data portability and the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
6. Children's Privacy
Culorie is not intended for users under 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at privacy@culorieapp.com.
7. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you logged in
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze usage patterns
- Improve performance and security
You can control cookies through your browser settings, but this may limit functionality.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. When you delete your account, we permanently delete your data within 30 days, except where we're legally required to retain it (e.g., for tax purposes).
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and stored on servers in the United States and other countries. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses for EU data transfers.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or in-app notification. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance.
11. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or concerns:
Email: privacy@culorieapp.com
Mail:
Culorie Privacy Team
Scottsdale, AZ
United States