Privacy Policy for CookMate
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how CookMate handles your data.
Last Updated: January 28, 2026
Introduction
CookMate ("we", "our", or "the app") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our mobile application.
Information We Collect
Information Stored Locally on Your Device
CookMate stores all data locally on your device. This includes:
- Recipes: Recipe titles, cooking steps, timer durations, cooking methods, temperatures, and notes you create
- Recipe Photos: Images you take or select from your gallery for your recipes
- App Settings: Your language preference and notification settings
- Cooking Session Data: Active cooking sessions and timer states
- App Usage Data: Number of completed cooking sessions (used solely to determine when to show an optional app rating prompt)
Information We Do NOT Collect
- We do not collect personal information such as your name, email address, or phone number
- We do not track your location
- We do not collect analytics or usage data
- We do not transmit any of your data to external servers
- We do not use third-party analytics services
How Your Data is Stored
All your data is stored locally on your device using secure local storage mechanisms provided by the operating system. Your recipes, photos, and settings never leave your device.
Permissions We Request
Camera Permission
We request camera access to allow you to take photos of your recipes. Photos are stored locally on your device and are not uploaded or shared.
Photo Library Permission
We request photo library access to allow you to select existing photos for your recipes. Selected photos are copied to the app's local storage and are not uploaded or shared.
Notification Permission
We request notification permission to alert you when cooking timers complete. Notifications are generated locally on your device.
Data Sharing
We do not share, sell, rent, or trade any of your information with third parties. All your data remains on your device.
Data Retention
Your data is retained on your device for as long as you use the app. You can delete individual recipes at any time within the app. Uninstalling the app will remove all associated data from your device.
Children's Privacy
Our app does not knowingly collect any personal information from children under 13. Since all data is stored locally and we do not collect personal information, the app is safe for users of all ages.
Third-Party Services
Advertising (AdMob)
We display ads using Google AdMob. AdMob may collect and process certain data (such as device identifiers, IP address, and ad interaction data) to provide and measure ads. This data is handled by Google and subject to Google's privacy policies. You can manage ad personalization in your device or Google account settings.
App Store Review Prompt
The app uses the native in-app review feature provided by Apple App Store and Google Play Store. This feature is controlled entirely by the respective platform and follows their privacy policies.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.
Your Rights
Since all data is stored locally on your device:
- You have full control over your data
- You can delete any recipe or data at any time
- You can uninstall the app to remove all data
- No account or registration is required
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Summary
CookMate is a privacy-focused app that:
- Stores all data locally on your device
- Does not collect personal information
- Does not track you
- Does not share your recipe data with anyone
- Does not require an account or registration