Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 7, 2026
1. Introduction
MenuForge ("we", "us", or "our") operates the menuforge.ai website and the MenuForge application (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Account Information: Name, email address, and password when you create an account.
- Recipe & Ingredient Data: Recipes, ingredients, costs, and other content you enter into the Service.
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the Service, including pages visited, features used, and timestamps.
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, and device identifiers.
- Payment Information: If you subscribe to a paid plan, payment details are processed securely by our third-party payment processor. We do not store full credit card numbers.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain the Service.
- Process transactions and manage your subscription.
- Improve and personalize your experience.
- Communicate with you, including service updates and support responses.
- Power AI features, such as recipe generation and description writing, using the recipe and ingredient data you provide.
- Monitor usage for security and fraud prevention.
4. AI-Generated Content
When you use our AI features (recipe generation, descriptions, volume conversions), the data you provide (ingredients, brand preferences, recipe details) is sent to our AI processing systems. This data is used solely to generate your requested content and is not used to train third-party AI models.
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist in operating the Service (hosting, payment processing, analytics).
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights.
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including encryption in transit (TLS) and at rest. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
7. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at support@menuforge.ai.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
- Object to or restrict certain processing.
- Export your data in a portable format.
- Withdraw consent at any time.
9. Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for authentication, preferences, and analytics. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
10. Children's Privacy
The Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: