PRIVACY POLICY – Fodes

Effective Date: 14.02.2026 · Last Updated: 14.02.2026

Fodes ("we", "us", "our") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the Fodes mobile application.

Contact: legal.fodes@hotmail.com

1. Data Controller

Fodes is an independent mobile application operated by its creator.

For the purposes of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (nFADP), Fodes acts as the data controller.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Onboarding Information

When you complete onboarding, we may collect:

• Dietary goals
• Diet preferences
• Allergies
• Dislikes
• Cuisine preferences
• Cooking frequency
• Cooking skill level
• Available cooking time
• Pantry level
• Weekend cooking mode

This information is used to personalize recipe recommendations.

2.2 Feedback Information

If you voluntarily submit feedback, we collect:

• Optional name
• Feedback message
• Feedback type

This information is stored securely in our backend database.

2.3 Subscription Information

If you subscribe to Fodes Pro:

• Subscription product (monthly/yearly)
• Subscription status
• Purchase events
• RevenueCat user identifier

All payments are processed by Apple through your Apple ID. We do not collect or store payment details.

2.4 Analytics Information

We use product analytics to understand how users interact with the app. This may include:

• Feature usage
• Screen views
• Interaction events
• Session data
• Device information (device type, OS version)
• Approximate location (country-level)

We do not use advertising identifiers unless explicitly permitted by the user.

3. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party providers:

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process data under:

• Legitimate interest (improving the app)
• Contractual necessity (subscription management)
• User consent (feedback submission)
• Compliance with legal obligations

5. Data Storage and International Transfers

Data may be processed in:

• The European Union
• Switzerland
• The United States (via third-party cloud infrastructure)

Where required, appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) are applied.

6. Data Retention

• Account-related data: retained as long as necessary to provide services
• Analytics data: retained according to third-party provider policies (typically 90 days – 2 years)
• Local data: remains on your device until deletion or app removal

You may request deletion at any time.

7. Your Rights (GDPR & nFADP)

You have the right to:

• Access your data
• Request correction
• Request deletion
• Restrict processing
• Object to processing
• Data portability

To exercise these rights, contact: legal.fodes@hotmail.com

We respond within legally required timeframes.

8. Children

Fodes is not directed to children under 13. Users under 18 should obtain parental permission before purchasing subscriptions.

9. Health & Nutrition Disclaimer

Fodes provides recipe suggestions for informational purposes only.

The app does not provide medical, nutritional, or dietary advice.

Users are responsible for:

• Verifying ingredient safety
• Checking allergens
• Consulting healthcare professionals where appropriate

We do not guarantee allergen-free results.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time.

The latest version will be available at: fodes.app/privacypolicy

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