Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 27, 2026
Introduction
Welcome to CookLab. We believe in building software that respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our recipe experimentation platform.
We are committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about what we do with it. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your data.
Data We Collect
Account Information
When you create an account, we collect information you provide directly:
- Username and email address
- Profile information (display name, bio, avatar, location, website, social links)
- Recipe content you create (titles, descriptions, ingredients, steps, photos)
- Comments, likes, and interactions with other users
Payment Information
For paid subscriptions, we process payments through Stripe. We do not store your credit card or bank account details on our servers. Stripe may collect:
- Card information (processed securely by Stripe)
- Billing address (for invoice records)
- Stripe customer ID (for subscription management)
Automatically Collected Data
When you use CookLab, we automatically collect:
- Usage data (pages visited, features used, time spent)
- Device information (browser type, operating system, IP address)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Cookies section below)
Analytics
We use PostHog for product analytics to understand how users interact with CookLab. This helps us improve the service. You can opt out of analytics tracking at any time.
How We Use Your Data
We use your information for the following purposes:
Providing Our Service
To create and manage your account, process your recipes, and provide all core functionality of the platform.
Processing Payments
To process subscription payments through Stripe and manage billing-related communications.
Improving Our Service
To analyze usage patterns, identify bugs, and make improvements to CookLab based on user feedback.
Communication
To send important account notifications, respond to your inquiries, and notify you of interactions with your recipes.
Personalization
To personalize your experience, show relevant content, and recommend recipes based on your interests.
Security
To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats, and enforce our terms of service.
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data only in the following circumstances:
| Recipient | Purpose | Data Shared |
|---|---|---|
|
Stripe
Payment processing |
Process subscription payments | Email, subscription status, billing info |
|
AWS S3
Image storage |
Store your recipe and profile images | Images you upload |
|
PostHog
Analytics (optional) |
Product analytics | Anonymous usage data |
|
Public
Your choice |
Recipes you mark as public | Recipe content, username, profile info |
Your Public Recipes
When you make a recipe public, anyone can view it. This includes your username and any profile information you have chosen to display. You can change the visibility of your recipes at any time.
Cookies
Cookie Consent
CookLab uses a cookie consent system that allows you to choose which cookies you want to accept. We provide three categories:
Always Active
Required for the site to function. Includes authentication tokens, session IDs, and security cookies. These cannot be disabled.
Optional
Help us understand how users interact with CookLab so we can improve the service. You can enable or disable this at any time.
Optional
Remember your settings and preferences for a more personalized experience.
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer, or by clearing your browser cookies.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:
- Encryption: All data transmitted between your browser and our servers is encrypted using TLS (HTTPS).
- Secure Storage: User passwords are hashed using industry-standard algorithms. Payment information is processed by Stripe and never stored on our servers.
- Access Controls: Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel only.
- Regular Reviews: We regularly review our security practices and update them as needed.
Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access
You can request a copy of all personal data we hold about you, including your recipes, profile information, and activity history.
Rectification
You can update or correct your account information, profile details, and recipe content at any time.
Deletion
You can request deletion of your account and all associated personal data. This includes your recipes, comments, likes, and profile information.
Portability
You can export your recipes in standard formats (PDF, EPUB) for your personal use.
Opt-Out
You can opt out of analytics tracking and marketing communications at any time through your account settings.
Objection
You can object to the processing of your personal data for specific purposes, and we will respect your wishes where legally permissible.
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us or use the features available in your account settings. We will respond to your request within 30 days.
Children's Privacy
CookLab is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us immediately. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes to how we collect, use, or share your personal information, we will post the updated policy on this page and update the "Last updated" date at the top. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about our practices. Your continued use of CookLab after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
We will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible, typically within 30 days.
Thank you for trusting CookLab with your culinary experiments.