Privacy Policy

Welcome to Fridge Wizard! Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information on our website, fridge-wizard.com. We aim to keep our site simple and user-friendly, which means we do not collect or store any personal information beyond what is collected by third-party services we use, such as Google AdSense and OpenAI (for recipe generation). This policy outlines what data is collected, how it's used, and your choices regarding that data. Last updated: March 9, 2025.

1. Information We Do Not Collect

At Fridge Wizard, we do not collect, store, or process any personal information directly from our users. This includes data such as your name, email address, phone number, or any other personally identifiable information. Our site is designed to help you generate recipes from your fridge leftovers without requiring any personal data input.

2. Third-Party Data Collection (Google AdSense)

Fridge Wizard uses Google AdSense to display advertisements on our site. Google AdSense collects certain information from users to serve personalized ads. This may include:

  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, device type, and operating system.
  • Browsing Activity: Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs.
  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: Google uses cookies to store information about your preferences and browsing behavior to deliver relevant ads.

Google AdSense may use this data to personalize ads, measure ad performance, and improve their services. For more details on how Google collects and uses data, please review Google's Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

3. Use of OpenAI for Recipe Generation

Fridge Wizard uses OpenAI models to generate recipes based on the ingredients you input. When you enter ingredients into our recipe generator (e.g., “chicken, rice, soy sauce”), this data is sent to OpenAI to process and generate a recipe. OpenAI may temporarily process this input data to provide the service, but Fridge Wizard does not store your inputs or the generated recipes. We do not share any personally identifiable information with OpenAI, as we do not collect such data. However, OpenAI may retain input data for a limited period to improve their models, as outlined in their Privacy Policy. For more details on how OpenAI handles data, please review their Terms of Use.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Fridge Wizard uses cookies through Google AdSense to enable ad personalization and analytics. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help Google track your browsing activity for ad targeting. Specifically:

  • Ad Personalization: Cookies allow Google AdSense to show ads based on your interests and browsing history.
  • Analytics: Cookies help us understand how users interact with our site (e.g., page views, session duration) to improve user experience.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or opt out of personalized ads via Google's Ad Settings. For more information on how Google uses cookies, visit Google's Cookie Policy.

5. Your Choices Regarding Data

Since Fridge Wizard does not collect personal data, your primary choices relate to third-party data collection by Google AdSense and OpenAI. You can:

  • Opt Out of Personalized Ads: Use Google's Ad Settings to disable personalized ads.
  • Clear Cookies: Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies.
  • Opt Out of Analytics: Use tools like the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On if we implement Google Analytics in the future.
  • Limit OpenAI Data Use: Since OpenAI processes your inputs for recipe generation, you can limit the information you provide to non-personal data (e.g., avoid entering sensitive information).

6. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to third-party websites, such as Google AdSense, OpenAI, or social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

7. Children's Privacy

Fridge Wizard is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child under 13 has used our site, please contact us at support@fridge-wizard.com, and we will take steps to remove any related data collected by third parties like Google AdSense or OpenAI.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle data on Fridge Wizard, please contact us at support@fridge-wizard.com. We're here to help!