Privacy Policy

1. Overview

Whisk Notes (“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 website, mobile application, and related services (collectively, the “Services”). Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, information we collect automatically, and information from third parties.

Information you provide

• Account information: name, email address, and password when you register.
• Profile information: profile photo, display name, and preferences.
• Recipe content: recipes, notes, photos, tags, and collections you create or import.
• Communications: information you provide when you contact support or respond to surveys.

Information collected automatically

• Device information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and mobile network information.
• Usage data: pages viewed, time spent, features used, clickstream data, and crash reports.
• Cookies and similar technologies: we use cookies, local storage, and analytics tools to improve the Services.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Services.
• Process transactions and manage your account.
• Personalize your experience and recommend content.
• Communicate with you about updates, security alerts, and support.
• Analyze usage trends and measure the effectiveness of our features.
• Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, or security issues.
• Comply with legal obligations.

4. How We Share Your Information

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

• Service providers: with vendors and contractors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics, payment processing).
• Legal compliance: when required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect our rights and safety.
• Business transfers: in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, subject to confidentiality obligations.
• With your consent: when you explicitly authorize us to share information.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within a reasonable timeframe, except where we need to retain it for legal, security, or business purposes.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
• Portability: request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Objection: object to the processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.
• Withdraw consent: withdraw consent where processing is based on consent, without affecting the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.

To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@whisknotes.com. We will respond within the timeframe required by applicable law.

7. Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Services.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 13 (or the relevant age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us and we will take steps to delete it.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than the one in which you reside. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from your jurisdiction. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your information remains protected 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 significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact Us

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

Email: contact@whisknotes.com
Website: whisknotes.com