Fork'd ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the Fork'd mobile application (the "App").

1. Information We Collect

a. Account Information

When you create an account, we collect information such as your email address, display name, username, and profile photo.

b. User Content

We collect content you choose to create or share, including recipes, photos, ingredients, instructions, comments, reactions, bookmarks, follows, and other materials you post in the App.

c. Subscription & Trial Information

If you subscribe to a premium plan or start a free trial, we receive subscription status information, trial eligibility status, and billing events from Apple. We do not store your full payment details.

d. Usage & Device Data

We may collect limited technical information such as device type, app version, interaction data, crash logs, and performance metrics to improve reliability and user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

•Provide, operate, and maintain the App
•Store and display your content to other users
•Manage subscriptions, trials, and premium features
•Maintain account security and prevent misuse
•Improve performance, reliability, and user experience
•Respond to support inquiries and important service updates

3. How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal data.

We may share information only:

•With service providers that help operate the App (such as hosting, authentication, storage, analytics, and subscription management providers)
•With Apple for in-app purchase and subscription processing
•If required by law or to protect the rights, safety, or integrity of the App and its users

4. Data Storage & International Transfers

Your information is securely stored using trusted third-party infrastructure providers. Data may be processed and stored outside of your country of residence. We take reasonable measures to protect your information but cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. User-Generated Content Visibility

Content you post may be visible to other users depending on your account settings and app features. You control what you choose to share.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as necessary to provide services. When you delete your account, your personal data will be deleted or anonymized within a reasonable period, except where retention is required by law.

7. Your Rights

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us. You may delete your account directly within the App settings.

8. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use of the App after updates means you accept the revised policy.

10. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

helloforkd@gmail.com