Privacy Policy

Introduction

At Pinch, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Account information (name, email address, password)
• Recipes and meal plans you create or save
• Shopping lists and product preferences
• Usage data and analytics
• Device information and identifiers

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Track real-time grocery prices for your selected products
• Send you notifications about price changes and special offers
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
• Communicate with you about updates and support
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service providers who assist in operating our platform (e.g., Firebase, cloud hosting)
• Analytics partners to help us understand app usage
• Law enforcement when required by law
• Other users when you choose to share recipes or shopping lists

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and update your personal information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Opt-out of promotional communications
• Request a copy of your data
• Object to certain data processing activities

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: scott@pinch-app.com