Privacy policy.
1. INTRODUCTION
Leaky Spoon ("we," "us," or "our") operates the Leaky Spoon website and mobile application (collectively, the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you use our Service.
By using Leaky Spoon, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our Service.
This Privacy Policy should be read in conjunction with our Terms of Service. In the event of any conflict, the Terms of Service shall control.
2. WHO WE ARE
Leaky Spoon is operated by the Leaky Spoon team.
For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at:
Email: leakyspoons@outlook.com
3. DATA WE COLLECT
We collect information you provide directly, information collected automatically, and information from third parties:
3.1 Information You Provide
Account Information: Email address, login credentials (password)
Profile Information: Name, profile photo, bio, dietary preferences, cooking skill level
User-Generated Content: Recipes you create or save, comments, photos, meal plans, grocery lists, recipe collections, cooking notes
Communications: Messages you send us, feedback, support requests
3.2 Information Collected Automatically
Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type, unique device identifiers, mobile network information
Usage Data: Features used, pages/screens viewed, time spent on the app, search queries, recipes viewed, buttons clicked, interaction patterns
Log Data: IP address, access times, referring URLs, crash reports, error log
Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, SDKs, and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6)
3.3 Information from Third Parties
Social Login: If you log in via third-party services (e.g., Google, Apple, Facebook), we receive basic profile information (name, email, profile photo) per your authorization with that service
Recipe Imports: When you import recipes from websites or social media platforms (TikTok, Instagram, Facebook), we access publicly available content via their APIs or web scraping
Analytics Providers: We receive aggregated usage data from analytics services
Advertising Partners: We may receive data from advertising networks about ad performance
3.4 AI Processing Data
When you use AI-powered features (chat, recipe generation, nutritional analysis, cooking assistance), we process:
Your queries and questions
Recipe data you're viewing or discussing
Dietary preferences and restrictions you've shared
Important: We do not store your AI conversation history. Your conversations are sent directly to third-party AI service providers for real-time processing and are not retained by Leaky Spoon. The AI providers may retain conversation data according to their own policies—see Section 5.2 for details.
4. HOW WE USE YOUR DATA
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
4.1 Primary Purposes
Provide the Service: Create and manage your account, save and organize recipes, enable chat features, generate meal plans, create grocery lists
Personalize Experience: Recommend recipes based on your preferences, dietary restrictions, and usage patterns
AI Features: Power conversational AI, recipe generation, nutritional analysis, cooking tips, and ingredient substitutions
Customer Support: Respond to your questions, troubleshoot issues, provide assistance
Communications: Send service-related notifications, updates, newsletters (you can opt out of marketing emails)
4.2 Analytics and Improvement
Analyze usage patterns to improve app features and user experience
Monitor app performance, identify bugs, and fix technical issues
Conduct research and development for new features
Generate aggregated, anonymized analytics and insights
4.3 Security and Compliance
Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, security risks, and technical issues
Enforce our Terms of Service and other policies
Comply with legal obligations, court orders, and regulatory requirements
Protect our rights, property, safety, and the rights of our users
4.4 Advertising and Marketing
Display relevant advertisements (if applicable)
Retarget users who have visited our Service
Measure advertising effectiveness
Send promotional communications (with your consent where required)
4.5 Legal Bases for Processing (Where Applicable)
Where required by law (e.g., GDPR, UK GDPR), we process your data based on:
Performance of Contract: To provide services you've requested
Legitimate Interests: To improve our Service, prevent fraud, conduct analytics
Consent: Where you've opted in to marketing or optional features
Legal Obligation: To comply with laws and respond to legal requests
5. HOW WE SHARE YOUR DATA
We share your information with the following categories of recipients:
5.1 Service Providers
We use third-party companies to help us operate and improve our Service, including:
Hosting and Infrastructure: Cloud hosting providers (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, or similar)
Storage: Cloud storage for user content and backups
Content Delivery Networks (CDN): To deliver app content efficiently
Email Services: To send transactional and marketing emails
Customer Support Tools: To manage support tickets and communications
Authentication Services: For secure login (e.g., Firebase Auth, Auth0, or similar)
These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the purposes we specify.
5.2 AI Service Providers
We use third-party artificial intelligence services (such as OpenAI, Anthropic, Google AI, or similar providers) to power our chat features, recipe generation, nutritional analysis, and cooking assistance.
Important: When you use AI features, your queries, recipe data, and dietary preferences are sent to these AI providers for processing. These providers:
Have their own privacy policies and data practices
May use your data to improve their AI models (depending on their policies)
Process data on servers that may be located in different countries
Are subject to their own security and data retention practices
We select AI providers that offer data protection agreements and privacy safeguards, but we cannot control how they ultimately process your data. Review their privacy policies for more information:
OpenAI Privacy Policy: https://openai.com/privacy
Anthropic Privacy Policy: https://www.anthropic.com/privacy
[Add other AI providers as applicable]
Conversation Data Storage: Leaky Spoon does not store or retain your AI conversation history. Conversations are processed in real-time by these AI providers and are not saved by us. However, the AI providers themselves may retain conversation data according to their own data retention policies. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies to understand how long they keep your data:
OpenAI: Typically retains API data for 30 days for abuse monitoring, then deletes it (unless you opt into data sharing for model improvement)
Anthropic: Does not train on customer API data; retains for Trust & Safety purposes only
[Add specific retention details for your chosen provider when known]
For questions about AI provider data retention, contact the provider directly or review their privacy policies linked above.
By using AI features, you acknowledge and consent to this data sharing.
5.3 Analytics Providers
We use analytics services to understand how users interact with our Service, such as:
Google Analytics, Firebase Analytics, Mixpanel, Amplitude, or similar platforms
These services collect usage data via cookies, SDKs, and similar technologies
Data is typically aggregated and anonymized, but may include identifiers
5.4 Advertising and Retargeting Partners
We may work with advertising networks and retargeting platforms, including:
Google Ads, Meta Pixel (Facebook/Instagram), TikTok Pixel, or similar services
These partners may collect data via cookies, pixels, and SDKs to:
Display relevant ads to you on other platforms
Measure ad performance and conversions
Build audience profiles for targeted advertising
Important: In some jurisdictions (e.g., California, Virginia, Colorado), sharing data with advertising partners may be considered a "sale" or "share" of personal information under privacy laws. See Section 8 for opt-out rights.
5.5 Social Media Platforms
If you choose to import recipes from social media platforms (TikTok, Instagram, Facebook):
We interact with their public APIs to retrieve recipe content you've shared with us
We do not send your personal data to these platforms beyond what's necessary for the import feature
Your use of these platforms is subject to their own privacy policies
5.6 Legal and Safety Disclosures
We may disclose your information to:
Law enforcement, government authorities, or regulators when required by law or legal process (subpoena, court order, warrant)
Protect our rights, property, safety, or the safety of our users or the public
Enforce our Terms of Service, prevent fraud, abuse, or security threats
Defend against legal claims or investigations
5.7 Business Transfers
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. You will be notified via email and/or a prominent notice on our Service of any change in ownership or use of your personal information.
5.8 With Your Consent
We may share your information with other parties when you explicitly consent or direct us to do so.
5.9 No Sale of Personal Data
We do not sell your personal information for monetary consideration. However, as noted above, sharing data with advertising and analytics partners may constitute a "sale" or "share" under certain privacy laws. You have the right to opt out—see Section 8.
6. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
We use cookies, web beacons, SDKs, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to:
Authenticate users and maintain login sessions
Remember your preferences and settings
Analyze usage patterns and app performance
Deliver and measure advertising effectiveness
Enable retargeting and personalized ads
6.1 Types of Technologies We Use
Cookies: Small text files stored on your device
Web Beacons/Pixels: Tiny images embedded in web pages or emails to track activity
SDKs (Software Development Kits): Code libraries in mobile apps that collect usage data
Local Storage: Browser-based storage for preferences and session data
6.2 Categories of Cookies/Tracking
Strictly Necessary: Required for the Service to function (authentication, security)
Functional: Remember your preferences and settings
Analytics/Performance: Measure usage and improve the Service
Advertising/Targeting: Deliver relevant ads and measure ad performance
6.3 Managing Cookies and Tracking
You can control cookies and tracking through:
Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies
Mobile Device Settings: iOS and Android offer opt-out options for tracking and personalized ads
Opt-Out Tools:
Network Advertising Initiative: http://optout.networkadvertising.org
Digital Advertising Alliance: http://optout.aboutads.info
Your Online Choices (EU): http://www.youronlinechoices.eu
Do Not Track: We currently do not respond to "Do Not Track" browser signals, but you can use the opt-out methods above
Note: Blocking certain cookies may affect functionality and your ability to use some features.
7. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
7.1 Access and Portability
Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
Receive your data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format (where applicable)
7.2 Correction
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data
7.3 Deletion
Request deletion of your personal data (subject to exceptions for legal compliance, fraud prevention, or security)
Delete your account at any time through the app settings or by contacting us
7.4 Opt-Out of Marketing
Unsubscribe from promotional emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email
Adjust notification preferences in your app settings
7.5 Opt-Out of Targeted Advertising
Opt out of personalized ads via device settings (iOS: "Limit Ad Tracking"; Android: "Opt out of Ads Personalization")
Use opt-out tools listed in Section 6.3
Contact us to opt out of data sharing with advertising partners
7.6 Restrict Processing
Request that we limit how we use your data in certain circumstances (where applicable under law)
7.7 Object to Processing
Object to our processing of your data based on legitimate interests (where applicable)
7.8 Withdraw Consent
If processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time (does not affect prior processing)
7.9 How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights:
Email us at leakyspoons@outlook.com with your request
Include sufficient information for us to verify your identity (name, email, account details)
Specify which right(s) you wish to exercise
We will respond within the timeframe required by applicable law (typically within 30-45 days). We may verify your identity before fulfilling requests and may deny requests where a legal exemption applies.
7.10 Authorized Agents
You may designate an authorized agent to make requests on your behalf. We may require proof of authorization and verification of your identity.
7.11 No Discrimination
We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights, including by:
Denying goods or services
Charging different prices or rates
Providing a different level or quality of service
8. STATE-SPECIFIC PRIVACY RIGHTS (US RESIDENTS)
If you are a resident of California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, or another US state with applicable privacy laws, you may have additional rights:
8.1 California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)
You have the right to:
Know: Request disclosure of personal information collected, sources, purposes, and third parties with whom it's shared (up to 12 months prior)
Delete: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to exceptions)
Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
Opt Out of Sale/Sharing: Opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information for targeted advertising
Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: Request limits on use of sensitive data (if applicable)
Opt Out of Automated Decision-Making: Opt out of profiling/automated decisions that produce legal or significant effects (if applicable)
Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information: To opt out, email leakyspoons@outlook.com or adjust your device/browser settings to limit ad tracking.
8.2 Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah Residents
You have similar rights as California residents, including:
Access, correction, deletion, and data portability
Opt out of targeted advertising, sale of personal data, and profiling
Appeal our decision if we deny your request
8.3 Exercising State-Specific Rights
Submit requests to leakyspoons@outlook.com. We will respond within the timeframe required by law (typically 45 days, extendable once by 45 days). We may verify your identity and deny requests where an exemption applies.
9. INTERNATIONAL USERS AND DATA TRANSFERS
Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States and other countries where our service providers operate. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country of residence.
9.1 European Economic Area (EEA) and United Kingdom Users
If you are located in the EEA or UK, your personal data may be transferred outside these regions. When we transfer data, we rely on appropriate safeguards such as:
Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the European Commission or UK authorities
Adequacy Decisions recognizing certain countries as providing adequate data protection
Your Explicit Consent where required
You have the right to request information about the safeguards we use for international transfers.
9.2 Other Jurisdictions
For users in other countries, we use appropriate contractual protections, encryption, and security measures when transferring data internationally.
9.3 Consent to Transfer
By using Leaky Spoon, you acknowledge and consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your residence, which may have different data protection standards.
10. DATA RETENTION
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law.
10.1 Retention Periods
Account Data: Retained while your account is active and for up to 12 months after account deletion for legal, accounting, backup, and fraud prevention purposes
Usage and Analytics Data: Retained indefinitely in aggregated and/or anonymized form to improve our Service, understand usage trends, and develop new features. Individual-level usage data may be retained for up to 24 months before being aggregated or anonymized.
AI Conversation History: We do not store or have access to your conversation history with the AI assistant. Conversations are processed in real-time by third-party AI providers and are not retained by Leaky Spoon. Please refer to the privacy policies of our AI service providers (listed in Section 5.2) for information about how they handle conversation data.
User-Generated Content: Retained while your account is active; deleted within 90 days of account deletion
Legal Holds: Data may be retained longer if required for litigation, investigations, regulatory compliance, or legal obligations
10.2 Aggregated and Anonymized Data
We may retain aggregated, anonymized, or de-identified data indefinitely. This data cannot be used to identify you personally and is used for:
Analytics and research
Service improvement and development
Industry benchmarking
Machine learning and AI model training
Once data is truly anonymized, it is no longer considered personal data under most privacy laws.
10.3 Deletion Requests
You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us or deleting your account through app settings. We will delete your personal data as soon as reasonably practicable, subject to exceptions for:
Legal compliance and regulatory requirements
Dispute resolution and enforcement of our Terms of Service
Fraud prevention and security purposes
Backup systems (typically deleted within 90 days)
Aggregated/anonymized data (which cannot identify you)
Please note that while we will delete your personal information, aggregated or anonymized data derived from your usage may be retained indefinitely as it no longer identifies you personally.
11. SECURITY
We take the security of your personal information seriously and use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect it from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
11.1 Security Measures
Our security measures include:
Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and at rest (where feasible)
Secure authentication and password hashing
Regular security assessments and monitoring
Access controls limiting who can access personal data
Employee training on data protection and security practices
11.2 Limitations
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for:
Maintaining the confidentiality of your password
Protecting access to your device and account
Logging out of your account on shared devices
11.3 Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach that compromises your personal information, we will:
Notify affected users in accordance with applicable laws
Provide notification via email, in-app notification, or a notice on our website
Notify relevant data protection authorities where legally required
Take steps to mitigate harm and prevent future breaches
If you suspect unauthorized access to your account, contact us immediately at leakyspoons@outlook.com.
12. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Leaky Spoon is not directed to children under 13 years of age (or under 16 in the European Economic Area and United Kingdom). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under these ages.
12.1 Parental Notice
If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected information from your child without parental consent, contact us immediately at leakyspoons@outlook.com and we will delete it promptly.
12.2 Our Commitment
If we learn that we have collected personal data from a child without verification of parental consent, we will delete that information as soon as reasonably practicable.
12.3 Parental Responsibility
Parents and guardians are responsible for monitoring their children's use of our Service and ensuring they do not provide personal information without permission.
13. HEALTH, DIETARY, AND NUTRITIONAL DISCLAIMERS
13.1 Not Medical or Nutritional Advice
Leaky Spoon provides recipes, nutritional information, cooking suggestions, and AI-generated content for informational and entertainment purposes only. This is NOT medical, nutritional, dietetic, or professional health advice.
Always consult a licensed healthcare provider, registered dietitian, or nutritionist before:
Making significant dietary changes
Managing food allergies or intolerances
Addressing medical conditions through diet
Making decisions that could affect your health
13.2 Nutritional Information Accuracy
Nutritional data provided in our Service is estimated and may not be accurate
We use third-party databases, user-submitted information, and AI calculations that may contain errors
Nutritional values can vary based on ingredient brands, preparation methods, and serving sizes
Always verify nutritional information independently if it is critical to your health, especially for allergen content, calorie counts, or macronutrient ratios
13.3 Food Allergens and Dietary Restrictions
We do not guarantee that recipes are free from specific allergens (e.g., nuts, dairy, gluten, shellfish)
We do not guarantee that recipes are suitable for specific diets (e.g., vegan, keto, low-sodium, diabetic-friendly)
Users with food allergies, intolerances, or dietary restrictions are solely responsible for:
Verifying all ingredient labels and sources
Ensuring recipes are safe for their consumption
Consulting healthcare providers before trying new foods
13.4 Food Safety
Follow proper food handling, storage, and cooking practices to prevent foodborne illness
Cook foods to appropriate internal temperatures
Store perishable ingredients properly and observe expiration dates
We are not liable for any foodborne illness, allergic reactions, or adverse health effects resulting from preparing or consuming recipes from our Service
13.5 AI Limitations and Errors
AI-generated content (including recipe suggestions, nutritional analysis, cooking tips, ingredient substitutions) may contain:
Errors, inaccuracies, or omissions
"Hallucinations" (plausible-sounding but incorrect information)
Outdated or incomplete information
Never rely solely on AI suggestions for critical health, safety, or dietary decisions
Always verify AI-generated information through reliable sources
Use your own judgment and common sense when following AI advice
13.6 User Responsibility
By using Leaky Spoon, you acknowledge and agree that:
You are solely responsible for your dietary choices and food preparation
You will not rely on our Service as a substitute for professional medical, nutritional, or dietary advice
You will verify all information that could affect your health or safety
You assume all risks associated with using recipes, nutritional information, and cooking advice from our Service
14. DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
14.1 Service Provided "As-Is"
LEAKY SPOON IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:
Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement
Warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
Warranties that any content, recipes, or information will be accurate, complete, or reliable
14.2 No Guarantee of Accuracy
We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or quality of:
Recipes, cooking instructions, or ingredient lists
Nutritional information, calorie counts, or dietary classifications
AI-generated content, suggestions, or responses
User-submitted content or imported recipes
Third-party content or links
14.3 Third-Party Services and Content
We are not responsible for the practices, policies, or content of third-party services (AI providers, analytics platforms, advertising networks, social media platforms, recipe websites)
Links to third-party websites are provided for convenience only; we do not endorse or control their content
Your use of third-party services is subject to their own terms and privacy policies
14.4 User Content
We do not endorse, verify, or guarantee the accuracy of user-submitted content
Users are solely responsible for content they upload, create, or share
We are not liable for any harm resulting from user-generated content
14.5 Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, LEAKY SPOON AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AFFILIATES, AND SERVICE PROVIDERS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY:
Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
Loss of profits, revenue, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses
Damages resulting from:
Your use or inability to use the Service
Unauthorized access to or use of our servers or your personal information
Interruptions, bugs, viruses, or malware transmitted through the Service
Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in any content
Personal injury, property damage, or health issues resulting from use of recipes or nutritional information
Reliance on AI-generated content or suggestions
Actions or content of third parties, including other users
14.6 Exceptions
Some jurisdictions do not allow certain warranty disclaimers or liability limitations. In such jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.
Nothing in this Privacy Policy excludes or limits our liability for:
Death or personal injury caused by our gross negligence
Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
Any liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law
15. USER CONTENT AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
15.1 Your Content Ownership
You retain ownership of all content you upload, create, or submit to Leaky Spoon, including:
Recipes you create or save
Photos, comments, and meal plans
Profile information and settings
Any other user-generated content
15.2 License You Grant to Us
By uploading or submitting content to Leaky Spoon, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, transferable, sublicensable license to:
Use, reproduce, modify, adapt, and display your content
Create derivative works from your content
Distribute and publicly display your content
Include your content in promotional materials
This license is solely to provide, improve, and promote our Service. We will not sell your content to third parties for their independent use.
The license continues even if you stop using our Service, but you can terminate it by deleting your content or account (subject to backup and caching delays).
15.3 Your Responsibilities
You represent and warrant that:
You have all necessary rights, licenses, and permissions to upload your content
Your content does not violate any third-party rights (copyright, trademark, privacy, publicity)
Your content does not violate any laws or our Terms of Service
Your content is accurate and not misleading
You are solely responsible for your content and any consequences of uploading or sharing it.
15.4 Imported and Third-Party Content
When you import recipes from third-party sources (websites, social media, cookbooks):
You are responsible for ensuring you have the right to use that content
We do not assume responsibility for copyright infringement related to imported content
We may remove content if we receive a valid copyright complaint (DMCA takedown notice)
Repeated copyright violations may result in account termination
15.5 Our Intellectual Property
All rights, title, and interest in Leaky Spoon (including our name, logo, design, features, software, technology, trademarks, and copyrights) are owned by us or our licensors.
You may not:
Copy, modify, reverse-engineer, or create derivative works of our Service
Use our trademarks, logos, or branding without permission
Access our Service through automated means (bots, scrapers) except as expressly permitted
Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
15.6 Copyright Infringement Claims
If you believe content on our Service infringes your copyright, contact us at leakyspoons@outlook.com with:
Description of the copyrighted work you claim has been infringed
Location of the allegedly infringing content (URL or screenshot)
Your contact information (name, email, phone)
A statement that you believe in good faith the use is not authorized
A statement that the information is accurate and you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
Your physical or electronic signature
We will investigate and remove infringing content where appropriate.
16. DISPUTE RESOLUTION AND GOVERNING LAW
16.1 Governing Law
This Privacy Policy and any disputes arising from your use of Leaky Spoon shall be governed by applicable international laws and the laws of the jurisdiction in which you reside, without regard to conflict of law principles.
For users in the European Union, nothing in this section affects your rights under applicable consumer protection laws.
16.2 Informal Resolution
Before filing any legal claim, you agree to contact us at leakyspoons@outlook.com to attempt to resolve the dispute informally for at least 30 days. Include:
Your name and contact information
Description of the dispute
Desired resolution
We will attempt to resolve the dispute in good faith through informal negotiation.
16.3 Jurisdiction
Subject to mandatory consumer protection laws in your jurisdiction, you agree that any disputes shall be resolved in accordance with the laws applicable to online services.
16.4 Equitable Relief
Notwithstanding any dispute resolution mechanism, we may seek injunctive or other equitable relief in any court to protect our intellectual property rights or confidential information.
17. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.
17.1 How We Notify You
When we make changes, we will:
Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
For material changes, provide prominent notice through:
Email notification to your registered email address
In-app notification
A banner or pop-up when you next use the Service
17.2 Your Acceptance
Your continued use of Leaky Spoon after we post or notify you of changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
If you do not agree with the changes, you must stop using the Service and may delete your account.
17.3 Version History
You can request prior versions of this Privacy Policy by contacting us at leakyspoons@outlook.com.
18. CONTACT US
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: leakyspoons@outlook.com
For users in the European Economic Area or United Kingdom:
Data Protection Officer (if applicable): Not currently applicable for our size and operations
EU Representative (if required): To be designated if legally required based on our user base
UK Representative (if required): To be designated if legally required based on our user base
18.1 Data Protection Authorities
If you are located in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland and believe we have violated your privacy rights, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority:
EU Data Protection Authorities: https://edpb.europa.eu/about-edpb/board/members_en
UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO): https://ico.org.uk
Swiss Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC): https://www.edoeb.admin.ch
We encourage you to contact us first so we can address your concerns directly.
19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND ACCEPTANCE
By using Leaky Spoon, you acknowledge that:
You have read and understood this Privacy Policy
You consent to the collection, use, and sharing of your information as described
You are at least 13 years old (or 16 in the EEA/UK), or have parental consent
You accept the risks and disclaimers outlined in this policy
If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, you must not use our Service.