Cookmarks

Introduction

Cookmarks ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use the Cookmarks mobile application (the "App").

Information We Do NOT Collect

Cookmarks is designed with privacy in mind. We do not collect, store on our servers, transmit to third parties, or share any of the following:

• Personal identification information (name, email, phone number)
• Device identifiers for tracking purposes
• Advertising IDs
• Precise location data
• Usage analytics or behavioral tracking data
• IP addresses or browsing history
• Your recipe content or photos

We have no servers or databases storing your personal information.

Local Data Storage

The App stores all your data locally on your device using Apple's Core Data framework. This data never leaves your device except through iCloud sync (see below):

• Recipes: Recipe titles, ingredients, instructions, notes, and source URLs
• Recipe Images: Photos you add to recipes are stored locally on your device
• Categories: Custom categories you create to organize recipes
• App preferences: Your settings and display preferences

Important: All locally stored data is protected by your device's security features. This data is automatically deleted when you uninstall the App (unless you have iCloud sync enabled, see below).

iCloud Sync

If you choose to enable iCloud sync, your recipe data is automatically backed up and synchronized across your Apple devices using Apple's CloudKit service:

• All recipe data (titles, ingredients, instructions, notes, images, categories) is stored in your private iCloud account
• This data is encrypted in transit and at rest by Apple
• Only you can access this data through devices signed in to your iCloud account
• We cannot access your iCloud data
• iCloud sync can be disabled at any time in iOS Settings → iCloud → Cookmarks

For more information about how Apple handles iCloud data, please review Apple's Privacy Policy.

CloudKit Sharing

When you share a recipe with another Cookmarks user:

• The recipe and its images are shared via Apple's CloudKit sharing system
• The recipient must have Cookmarks installed and be signed in to iCloud
• You control who can access the shared recipe and can stop sharing at any time
• Shared recipes are stored in the recipient's iCloud account
• We do not have access to shared recipe data

Apple may log share activity for operational purposes. See Apple's Privacy Policy for details.

Recipe Import from Web

When you import recipes from websites:

• The App makes a direct connection from your device to the website (not through our servers)
• The website may log your IP address and request details per their privacy policy
• Recipe content and images are downloaded and stored locally on your device
• We do not track which websites you visit or recipes you import

Apple Services

When you download Cookmarks from the App Store, Apple may collect standard information such as:

• Download and installation data
• Crash reports (if you opt-in to share diagnostics with Apple)
• App Store review data

This data is collected by Apple, not by us. Please refer to Apple's Privacy Policy for details.

Data Security

Since we don't collect or transmit your personal data to our servers, there is no centralized database that could be compromised. All data remains on your device or in your private iCloud account, protected by:

• Device encryption (if enabled)
• iCloud encryption (if sync is enabled)
• Your device passcode and biometric authentication
• Apple's security infrastructure

Children's Privacy

Cookmarks does not knowingly collect any information from children under 13. The App is not directed at children. If you believe a child has used the App, please contact us and we will provide guidance on removing any locally stored data.

International Users

Cookmarks is available worldwide. If you enable iCloud sync, your data is stored in Apple's iCloud infrastructure, which may be located in various countries based on your Apple ID region. Apple's privacy policies apply to iCloud data storage and transmission.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy and may notify you through the App or App Store update notes. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Your Rights and Data Control

Since we don't collect your personal information on our servers, there is no data for us to access, modify, export, or delete. You have full control over your data:

• Delete individual recipes: Swipe left on any recipe in the app
• Delete all local data: Uninstall the App to permanently remove all locally stored information
• Manage iCloud data: Disable iCloud sync in iOS Settings → iCloud → Cookmarks
• Delete iCloud data: Go to iOS Settings → Apple ID → iCloud → Manage Storage → Cookmarks → Delete Documents and Data
• Stop sharing recipes: Use the "Manage Share" option in the recipe detail menu

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how the App handles data, please contact us at:

Email: bluespiderlily6@gmail.com

We will respond to privacy inquiries within 30 days.

Compliance

This privacy policy is designed to comply with:

• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• Apple App Store Guidelines

Since we do not collect personal data on our servers, most data protection regulations do not apply to our practices. Your data is governed by Apple's policies when stored in iCloud.