Privacy Policy for SteakMaster

1. Information We Do NOT Collect Directly

We believe you should own your data. SteakMaster is designed to work without collecting any Personally Identifiable Information (PII) directly from you.

• No User Accounts: The App does not require you to create an account.
• No Direct Personal Data: We do not ask for, access, or store your name, email address, phone number, or precise location.

2. Information Stored Locally on Your Device

To provide a personalized experience, the App stores some data directly and only on your device. This data is never transmitted to us or any third party.

This locally stored data includes:

• Cooking History: A log of your past cooking sessions
• Favorites: Any recipes or settings you have saved as a favorite
• App Settings: Your preferences, such as the unit of measurement (cm/inches) or notification settings

You can clear this data at any time by clearing the app's data in your device settings or by uninstalling the App.

3. Analytics Data Collection

We use Firebase Analytics to understand how users interact with our app. This service collects:

• App usage patterns (screens viewed, features used)
• Cooking session statistics (anonymized)
• Performance metrics
• Device information (model, OS version)
• General location (country/region level only)
• Crash reports and performance data

This data is anonymous and cannot be used to identify you personally.

4. Non-Personal Information (for Remote Configuration)

To improve the App and deliver updated cooking formulas and features without requiring you to update the App, we use Firebase Remote Config.

When the App checks for new configuration, it sends limited anonymous data:

• App Information: Application package name, version, and instance ID
• Device Information: Device type, OS version, country, and language

5. Permissions

The App may request the following permissions:

• Notifications: To alert you when it's time to flip your steak or when cooking is complete
• Location (Optional): Only for altitude-based cooking adjustments, if you choose to enable this feature

6. Data Retention

• Local data: Stored on your device until you clear app data or uninstall
• Analytics data: Retained according to Firebase's policies (typically 14 months)
• Remote config data: Not stored, only used for app configuration

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Clear all local data through your device settings
• Opt-out of analytics collection through app settings
• Request information about data processing by contacting us
• Delete all your data by uninstalling the app

8. International Data Transfers

Firebase services may process data outside your country of residence. Firebase is provided by Google LLC and complies with applicable data protection laws.

9. Children's Privacy

Our App is not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect any information from children under 13. The app should be used under adult supervision for users under 18.

10. California Residents

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected
• Request deletion of your information
• Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)
• Non-discrimination for exercising your rights

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our 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.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or suggestions about our Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

• Email: support@steakmaster.app
• Privacy Inquiries: privacy@steakmaster.app