Privacy
PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: June 9, 2025
Go Cook Mate (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and safeguard information when you use our software, browser extensions, and related services (“Product”).
This policy also provides details required under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (CCPA). If you are a resident of California, please review our specific CCPA Privacy Notice at https://gocookmate.com/ccpa.
By using our Product, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy and our Terms and Conditions, which are available at: [Insert Terms URL]. If you have questions, contact us at: support@gocookmate.com.
Overview
You’re not required by law to provide Personal Information, but some features may not work without it.
Our Product is intended for users 16 and older.
We do not sell or rent your data.
You have rights under GDPR and CCPA (see “Privacy Rights” below).
We only share data in limited, lawful circumstances (see “With Whom We Share Data”).
What We Collect
Personal Data means data that identifies or can be linked to an individual (e.g., IP address, email address).
Non-Personal Data includes aggregated or anonymized data not tied to a specific person.
We collect:
IP/MAC address, browser type, device info
App usage and referral URLs
Email and name if you contact us directly
Geolocation (approximate)
System data for analytics and fraud prevention
Legal Basis (Under GDPR)
We process Personal Data based on:
Legitimate interest – product maintenance, fraud detection
Contractual necessity – providing support or services
Consent – where applicable
We serve as Data Controller for this processing.
Categories of Personal Information Collected and Shared (CCPA)
The table below summarizes what personal information we may collect and whether it was shared in the last 12 months:
| Category | Examples | Collected |
|---|---|---|
| A. Identifiers | Real name, alias, IP address, email, online identifier | Yes |
| B. Customer records | Name, SSN, address, financial info | No |
| C. Protected classification characteristics | Age, race, gender, religion | No |
| D. Commercial information | Products purchased, browsing history related to shopping | Yes |
| E. Biometric data | Fingerprints, facial recognition | No |
| F. Internet/network activity | Browsing/search history, ad interaction | No |
| G. Geolocation data | Physical location or movement | No |
| H. Sensory data | Audio, visual, or similar info | No |
| I. Professional/employment info | Employment history, job data | No |
| J. Education data | Student records under FERPA | No |
| K. Inferences | Profiles based on preferences, behavior | No |
In the last 12 months, we have not sold any personal information. We have shared Categories A and D for business purposes with:
Service providers
Business partners
Data aggregators
These third parties are contractually obligated to use this data only to provide services for us.
With Whom We Share Data
We do not sell, lease, or trade your Personal Data. We may share data to:
Comply with legal obligations
Enforce rights, prevent fraud, or protect safety
Fulfill services through trusted vendors or partners
Facilitate business transfers (merger, acquisition, etc.)
Maintain business operations (analytics, audits, support)
All sharing is under strict confidentiality and data protection agreements.
Privacy Rights
If you reside in the EU/EEA or California, you have the following rights:
Right to be informed – Know what data is collected and why.
Right to access – Request a copy of your Personal Data.
Right to delete – Ask for your data to be erased (with some exceptions).
Right to object – Stop us from using your data based on legitimate interests.
Right to restrict – Limit how your data is used.
Right to correct – Fix inaccurate or outdated information.
Right to portability – Move your data to another provider.
Right to non-discrimination – You won’t be penalized for exercising your rights (CCPA).
To submit a request, contact us at support@gocookmate.com. We may request verification of your identity before processing.
Children’s Privacy
Go Cook Mate is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If we become aware of any such data, we will promptly delete it.
Data Security & Retention
We use physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your data. We retain your data only as long as necessary for:
Operating the Product
Fulfilling legal duties
Resolving disputes
Improving services
Cross-Border Transfers
Your data may be stored or processed in the United States, the EEA, or other countries. We apply appropriate legal safeguards in all such transfers.
Do Not Track
We do not respond to browser-based “Do Not Track” signals. Learn more at www.allaboutdnt.com.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy. If we make material changes, we will provide reasonable notice where legally required. Please review this page periodically. The “Last Updated” date reflects the latest revision.
Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or data access requests, contact:
Go Cook Mate – Privacy Team
📧 support@gocookmate.com