Privacy Policy - DoughDiary

Introduction

DoughDiary ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Recipe Data: Recipes, ingredients, instructions, and notes you create
  • Batch Data: Baking batch information, timing, environmental conditions, and results
  • Photos: Images you capture or select for your recipes and batches
  • Notes and Ratings: Tasting notes, ratings, and improvement suggestions

Information We Collect Automatically

  • Location Data: Your approximate location (only when you grant permission) to provide weather information
  • Usage Data: How you interact with the app to improve functionality
  • Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and app version

Information We Do NOT Collect

  • Personal identification information (name, email, phone number)
  • Payment information
  • Social media accounts
  • Contact lists or other personal data

How We Use Your Information

Primary Uses

  • App Functionality: To provide recipe and batch tracking features
  • Weather Integration: To fetch current humidity and dew point for your location
  • Data Synchronization: To backup and restore your data across devices
  • App Improvement: To enhance features and fix bugs

Data Processing

  • All data processing occurs locally on your device
  • Weather data is fetched from Apple's WeatherKit service
  • No personal data is transmitted to our servers
  • Data is only stored on your device and in your iCloud account (if enabled)

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

  • All your data is stored locally on your device
  • Data is encrypted using iOS security features
  • You have full control over your data

Cloud Backup (Optional)

  • If you enable iCloud backup, your data is stored in your personal iCloud account
  • Data is encrypted in transit and at rest
  • You can disable cloud backup at any time

Data Export

  • You can export your data at any time
  • Exported data is in a standard format for easy import to other apps
  • You can delete exported data files from your device

Third-Party Services

WeatherKit

  • We use Apple's WeatherKit service to provide weather information
  • WeatherKit requires location permission to function
  • Weather data is not stored permanently in our app
  • Apple's privacy policy applies to WeatherKit usage

No Other Third-Party Services

  • We do not use analytics services
  • We do not use advertising networks
  • We do not use social media integrations
  • We do not use crash reporting services

Your Rights and Choices

Access and Control

  • You can view all your data within the app
  • You can edit or delete any data you've created
  • You can export your data at any time
  • You can delete the app to remove all data

Location Services

  • Location access is optional and only used for weather information
  • You can disable location services in iOS Settings
  • The app will function without location data (weather features will be disabled)

Data Deletion

  • Delete individual recipes or batches within the app
  • Delete all data by uninstalling the app
  • Contact us if you need assistance with data deletion

Children's Privacy

DoughDiary is not intended for children under 13. 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, please contact us.

International Users

If you are using DoughDiary from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

  • Posting the new Privacy Policy in the app
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date
  • Providing notice through the app if significant changes are made

Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@driventodevelop.com
Website: https://www.driventodevelop.com/apps/

Data Controller

Company: Driven to Develop
Email: privacy@driventodevelop.com

Compliance

This Privacy Policy complies with:

  • Apple App Store Review Guidelines
  • iOS Privacy Requirements
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) principles
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) principles

Last Updated: November 21, 2025
Version: 1.0