Last Updated: March 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to What’s Next Chef? (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you create an account, we may collect:
- Email address
- Username
- Password (encrypted)
- Profile information you choose to provide
Usage Information
We automatically collect:
- Recipe searches and preferences
- Saved recipes and shopping lists
- Dietary preferences and filters
- Device information and app usage statistics
Payment Information
If you subscribe to our premium service, payment processing is handled securely by third-party providers (Apple App Store, Google Play Store, RevenueCat). We do not store your credit card details.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and personalize our recipe generation services
- Save your preferences and recipe history
- Improve our AI recipe recommendations
- Send important service updates
- Process subscriptions and payments
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Analyze app usage to improve our services
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored securely using industry-standard encryption. We use MongoDB Atlas for database storage with encryption at rest and in transit. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
5. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- OpenAI – For AI-powered recipe generation
- Google Cloud (Gemini) – For image generation
- RevenueCat – For subscription management
- Google Analytics – For app analytics
- MongoDB Atlas – For secure data storage
These services have their own privacy policies governing their use of your data. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access – Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction – Request correction of inaccurate data
- Deletion – Request deletion of your data
- Export – Request your data in a portable format
- Opt-out – Unsubscribe from marketing communications
- Withdraw consent – Where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@whatsnextchef.com
8. Cookies and Tracking
Our web application may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
11. Changes to This 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. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: info@whatsnextchef.com
Website: https://whatsnextchef.com