1. Introduction

Rice Bowl ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the Rice Bowl recipe application website and mobile app (collectively, the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains our information practices and the rights and choices available to you regarding your personal data.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our Service. This Privacy Policy applies to all users and should be read carefully.

2. No Data Collection

We do not collect, store, or process any personal data. Rice Bowl is a completely data-free service with the following characteristics:

2.1 No Accounts or Registration

• No user accounts
• No email collection
• No login or password systems
• No profile information stored

2.2 Local Storage Only

• Favorite recipes saved only in your browser (localStorage)
• All data stored locally on your device, not on our servers
• Data remains private to your device
• Clearing browser data will remove your favorites

2.3 No Personal Information

We never collect or store names, email addresses, phone numbers, IP addresses, browsing history, or any other personally identifiable information. Analytics and tracking are not under our control and we do not collect analytics data ourselves.

3. How We Use Your Information

Since we do not collect any personal data, we have nothing to use. Your only interaction with Rice Bowl is browsing recipes and saving favorites locally on your device.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies (localStorage, pixels) to:

• Remember your preferences
• Understand how you use our Service
• Improve performance and functionality
• Enable advertising and marketing functions
• Detect and prevent fraud

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can delete cookies and adjust privacy settings at any time.

5. Google AdSense & Advertising

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google uses cookies and user data to serve personalized ads. You can control your ad preferences through:

• Google Ad Settings
• Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA)
• Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Since we do not collect personal data, we have nothing to share. Your favorite recipes are stored only on your device and are never transmitted to or stored on our servers.

7. Your Data Privacy

Your data is completely private. Since we don't collect or store any information on our servers, there is nothing for us to sell, share, or lose. All your preferences and favorites remain on your device under your complete control.

8. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including:

• HTTPS encryption for all data in transit
• Secure password hashing
• Regular security audits
• Limited access to personal data
• Compliance with GDPR and similar regulations

While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission is 100% secure. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your password.

9. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Delete your data (right to be forgotten)
• Restrict processing of your data
• Data portability (receive your data in machine-readable format)
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Object to automated decision-making

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@ricebowl.app with your request.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites and services not operated by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party services, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

11. GDPR and Regional Compliance

If you are in the European Union, your data is processed in accordance with GDPR. Our legal basis for processing includes:

• Consent (for marketing and non-essential cookies)
• Legitimate interests (for Service improvement)
• Legal obligation (for required disclosures)
• Contract performance (for account management)

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

12. CCPA Notice (California Users)

California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). You can:

• Request to know what personal data is collected
• Request deletion of your data
• Opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal data
• Request not to be discriminated against for exercising your rights

To submit a request, please contact privacy@ricebowl.app. We will respond within 45 days.

13. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we become aware of data from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided data should contact us immediately.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

15. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the revised policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.