Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 12, 2026

Z Yeti Studio ("we", "our", or "us") operates the Z Yeti Studio mobile application (the "Service"). This page explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our Service, and the choices you have about your information.

By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect and How We Use It

We collect different types of information to provide and improve the Service.

A) Personal Data

While using our Service, we may ask you to provide certain personally identifiable information that can be used to contact or identify you ("Personal Data"). This may include, but is not limited to:

• Email address
• First name and last name
• Account credentials (such as a password or authentication token, if you create an account)
• Optional profile information you choose to provide

B) User Content

We may collect and store content you create or upload to the Service, such as:

• Recipes you save, create, or share
• Notes, tags, meal plans, grocery lists (if applicable)
• Photos or images you upload (if applicable)

C) Usage Data

We may collect information about how the Service is accessed and used ("Usage Data"). This may include:

• Device Internet Protocol (IP) address
• Device type, operating system, app version
• Browser type/version (if you use a web view)
• Pages/screens visited, time and date of visit, time spent
• Unique device identifiers and diagnostic data
• Crash logs and performance data (where available/enabled)

D) Cookies and Similar Technologies (if applicable)

If the Service includes web-based features, we may use cookies, SDKs, and similar tracking technologies to operate and analyze usage. You can control some tracking through device settings and consent prompts (where required by law).

2. How We Use Your Data

We use the collected data for purposes such as:

• To provide and maintain the Service
• To create and manage your account
• To personalize your experience (e.g., saving recipes, preferences)
• To notify you about changes to the Service
• To allow you to participate in interactive features when you choose to do so
• To provide customer support
• To monitor usage and improve features, performance, and reliability
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or abuse
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

3. Legal Bases for Processing (EEA/UK and Similar Regions)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom, or other regions with similar laws, we process Personal Data under one or more of these legal bases:

• Contract: processing necessary to provide the Service
• Consent: where you have given consent (e.g., certain analytics, marketing, or optional features)
• Legitimate interests: to improve and secure the Service (balanced against your rights)
• Legal obligation: to comply with applicable laws

Where consent is required, you may withdraw it at any time through your device settings or by contacting us (see Contact Us).

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Data

We may share your information in the following situations:

A) Service Providers

We may use third-party companies and individuals to help operate the Service ("Service Providers"), such as hosting, analytics, crash reporting, customer support, and communications. These providers may process data only as instructed by us and for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.

B) Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

C) Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency), or to protect rights, safety, and security.

D) With Your Direction

We may share information when you choose to share content (e.g., sharing a recipe with others) or otherwise direct us to do so.

5. International Data Transfers

Z Yeti Studio may operate globally. Your information may be processed and stored in countries other than your own, where data protection laws may differ.

Where required by law (e.g., EEA/UK), we use appropriate safeguards for cross-border transfers, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or other lawful mechanisms.

6. Data Retention

We retain your Personal Data only for as long as necessary to provide the Service and for legitimate and essential purposes (such as compliance with legal obligations, resolving disputes, and enforcing agreements).

If you request deletion, we will take reasonable steps to delete your information, subject to legal and operational requirements.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights regarding your Personal Data, including:

• Access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion of your information
• Objection to or restriction of certain processing
• Data portability (where applicable)
• Withdrawal of consent (where processing is based on consent)

California (CCPA/CPRA) Notice (if applicable)

If you are a California resident, you may have rights to know, delete, and correct personal information, and to opt out of certain "selling" or "sharing" of personal information (as defined by law).

We do not sell personal information (edit if this is not true).

You can submit requests by contacting us using the details below. To protect your privacy, we may verify your identity before completing certain requests.

8. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13 (or a higher age where required by local law). We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children. If you believe a child has provided us Personal Data, contact us and we will take steps to delete it.

9. Security of Data

We use commercially reasonable safeguards to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

The Service may contain links to third-party sites or services not operated by us. We are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices. Please review their privacy policies.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of changes by posting the updated policy here and updating the "Last updated" date above. Changes are effective when posted.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us: