Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

JustCook ("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 recipe sharing platform.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account Information: Name, email address, username, and password when you register
• Profile Information: Profile picture, bio, and other optional details
• Content: Recipes, comments, and other content you submit
• Communications: Messages you send to us through contact forms

Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: Pages viewed, features used, and interactions with the Service
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
• Cookies: We use cookies to maintain your session and remember your preferences

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
• Create and manage your account
• Enable recipe sharing and community features
• Send you important updates about the Service
• Respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in these circumstances:

• Public Content: Recipes, comments, and profile information you choose to make public
• Service Providers: Third parties that help us operate the Service (hosting, analytics)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies to operate the Service, including session cookies to keep you logged in and preference cookies to remember your settings (like dark mode). We do not use third-party advertising cookies.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Service.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with the Service. You can delete your account at any time through your account settings, which will remove your personal data from our systems.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Delete your personal information
• Export your data in a portable format
• Object to or restrict certain processing
• Withdraw consent where applicable

To exercise these rights, please visit your account settings or contact us.

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

10. International Users

If you access the Service from outside Norway, please be aware that your information may be transferred to and processed in Norway or other countries. By using the Service, you consent to this transfer.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on the Service or sending you an email. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us.