Privacy Policy
Your privacy is our priority. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Effective Date
January 1, 2025
Last Updated
January 12, 2026
Version
1.0
Introduction
Welcome to Eatyol's Privacy Policy
Welcome to Eatyol, your trusted partner in nutrition and wellness. We understand that your personal information, especially health-related data, is sensitive and valuable. This Privacy Policy is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of how we collect, use, store, and protect your information.
Who We Are
Eatyol is an innovative nutrition and meal planning application dedicated to helping individuals achieve their health and wellness goals. We provide personalized meal plans, recipe recommendations, nutritional tracking, and dietary guidance tailored to your unique needs and preferences. Our mission is to make healthy eating simple, accessible, and enjoyable for everyone.
We are committed to transparency, accountability, and respect for your privacy rights. This commitment extends to every aspect of our operations, from how we design our services to how we train our team.
Purpose of This Policy
This Privacy Policy serves multiple important purposes:
- Transparency: To clearly explain what data we collect and why we need it
- Empowerment: To inform you of your rights and how to exercise them
- Protection: To outline the security measures we take to safeguard your information
- Compliance: To demonstrate our commitment to international privacy laws and regulations
- Trust: To build and maintain your confidence in how we handle your data
Your Agreement to These Terms
By creating an Eatyol account, accessing our services, or using our mobile application, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. Your use of our services constitutes your acceptance of our privacy practices.
If you do not agree with any part of this Privacy Policy, you must not use our services. We encourage you to review this policy carefully and contact us if you have any questions or concerns before using Eatyol.
Important: We may update this policy from time to time. Continued use of our services after changes are made constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We will always notify you of significant changes.
Information We Collect
Understanding what data we gather to serve you better
To provide you with personalized nutrition guidance and meal planning services, we collect various types of information. This section provides a detailed breakdown of each category of data we collect, why we need it, and how it enhances your experience with Eatyol.
2.1 Account Information
When you create an account with Eatyol, we collect basic information necessary to establish and maintain your account. This information forms the foundation of your relationship with our service.
Email Address
Your email serves as your unique identifier and primary communication channel. We use it for account creation, login verification, password recovery, important service notifications, and responding to your inquiries. We never share your email with third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
Display Name
Your chosen name personalizes your Eatyol experience. This is the name that appears in your profile, greetings, and any social features within the app. You can change your display name at any time through your account settings. This can be your real name, a nickname, or any name you prefer to be called.
Profile Photo
You have the option to upload a profile photo to personalize your account. This is completely optional and can be added, changed, or removed at any time. Profile photos are stored securely in encrypted cloud storage and are only visible to you unless you choose to participate in any community features where profiles may be shared.
Password
Your password is encrypted using industry-standard bcrypt hashing algorithms before being stored in our database. We never store passwords in plain text, and even our team members cannot view your password. We strongly recommend using a unique, strong password that includes a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters. Enable two-factor authentication for additional security.
Social Authentication Data
If you choose to sign up or log in using social authentication (Sign in with Google, Sign in with Apple), we receive limited profile information from these providers. For Google, this includes your email address, name, and profile picture. For Apple Sign In, you can choose to share your email (or use Apple's private relay email) and name. We only access the information you explicitly authorize during the sign-in process. You can manage these permissions through your Google or Apple account settings at any time.
2.2 Health Data
Health data is at the core of Eatyol's personalized nutrition services. This information allows us to calculate your nutritional needs accurately and create meal plans that align with your health goals. We treat this data with the highest level of security and confidentiality.
Important Privacy Note
Your health data is encrypted using AES-256 encryption and stored in secure, HIPAA-compliant infrastructure. We will never sell your health information to third parties. This data is used exclusively to provide you with personalized nutrition services.
Height and Weight
Your height and weight are fundamental metrics for calculating your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) and Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE). These calculations determine how many calories your body needs daily and form the basis for personalized meal plans. You can update these measurements at any time as your weight changes. Historical weight data helps us track your progress and adjust recommendations accordingly.
BMI Calculations
Body Mass Index (BMI) is automatically calculated from your height and weight using the standard formula: weight (kg) / height (m)². While BMI has limitations and doesn't account for muscle mass or body composition, it provides a general indicator of healthy weight ranges. We use BMI as one of many factors, not the sole determinant, in creating your nutrition plan. Our system considers BMI alongside your activity level, goals, and other health factors for a holistic approach.
Dietary Preferences
Understanding your dietary preferences is crucial for creating meal plans you'll actually enjoy and follow. We collect information about your preferred eating style, which may include: vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, ketogenic, paleo, Mediterranean, low-carb, high-protein, or any other dietary approach. We also note whether these preferences are due to personal choice, religious beliefs, ethical considerations, or health reasons. This ensures that every recipe and meal plan we suggest aligns with your lifestyle and values.
Allergies and Dietary Restrictions
Your safety is our top priority. We collect detailed information about your food allergies, intolerances, and medical dietary restrictions. This includes common allergens like peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, eggs, soy, wheat/gluten, fish, and shellfish, as well as specific food intolerances (e.g., lactose, fructose). We also track medical restrictions such as low-sodium for hypertension, low-sugar for diabetes, or other doctor-prescribed dietary limitations. This information is used to automatically filter out unsafe ingredients from all meal recommendations. We treat this information with extreme care as it's critical to your health and safety.
Body Measurements
Beyond basic weight, you can optionally track additional body measurements such as waist circumference, hip circumference, chest, arms, thighs, and body fat percentage. These measurements provide a more comprehensive view of your body composition changes, especially important since weight alone doesn't tell the full story. For example, you might lose fat while gaining muscle, resulting in minimal weight change but significant body composition improvement. These measurements are entirely optional and help you track progress that the scale might not show.
Weight Tracking History
We maintain a historical record of your weight measurements to visualize your progress over time. This data is presented in charts and graphs showing trends, helping you understand whether your current approach is working. Historical tracking also allows our algorithms to predict realistic weight loss or gain trajectories and adjust meal plans accordingly. You can log weight as frequently as you like—daily, weekly, or monthly. All historical data remains private and is only visible to you. You can delete any or all historical entries at any time through your account settings.
Health Goals
Your health goals guide every aspect of your Eatyol experience. We collect information about what you want to achieve, which might include: weight loss (and target weight), muscle gain, weight maintenance, improved athletic performance, better energy levels, improved digestion, better sleep, disease management (with doctor's guidance), or general wellness. We also ask about your timeline, urgency level, and any specific milestones. Understanding your "why" helps us create more meaningful and motivating meal plans. Goals can be updated anytime as your priorities change, and we'll adjust your nutrition plan accordingly.
2.3 Nutrition Data
As you actively use Eatyol, we collect and store data related to your nutrition journey. This data helps us learn your preferences, improve recommendations, and track your nutritional adherence over time.
Meal Plans
We store all meal plans generated for you or created by you. This includes both AI-generated personalized plans based on your preferences and any custom meal plans you design yourself. Each meal plan contains information about meals, portions, timing, nutritional breakdown, and shopping lists. We keep a history of your meal plans so you can revisit successful plans, see what worked well, and reuse favorite meal combinations. You can mark meal plans as favorites, share them (if you choose), or delete them at any time.
Food Logs and Tracking
When you log meals and foods, we record this information to track your daily nutritional intake. This includes what you ate, when you ate it, portion sizes, and calculated nutritional values (calories, macronutrients, vitamins, minerals). Food logging is optional but provides valuable insights into your eating patterns. Over time, this data reveals trends such as which days you struggle most, which meals keep you satisfied, and whether you're meeting your nutritional targets. All food logs are private and can be edited or deleted at any time. We may use anonymized, aggregated food logging data to improve our food database accuracy.
Recipe Interactions
We track your interactions with recipes to improve recommendations. This includes recipes you view, save to favorites, rate, review, cook, or create from scratch. If you create custom recipes, we store them in your personal recipe collection. Your ratings and reviews help our algorithm understand your taste preferences and suggest similar recipes you might enjoy. You can choose to keep your custom recipes private or share them with the Eatyol community. Recipe interaction data helps us identify which types of cuisines, ingredients, and preparation methods you prefer, leading to increasingly accurate suggestions.
Nutrition Goals and Targets
Your daily nutrition targets are calculated based on your health goals and can be customized. We store your target daily calorie intake, macronutrient goals (protein, carbohydrates, fats), micronutrient targets (vitamins, minerals, fiber), hydration goals, and meal timing preferences. These targets are used to generate meal plans that meet your specific needs. You can adjust these targets manually if you have specific requirements or are working with a nutritionist. The app tracks your progress toward these goals daily and provides visual feedback on how well you're adhering to your targets.
Calorie and Macro Tracking
We provide detailed tracking of your calorie intake and expenditure. This includes calories consumed (from logged foods and meals), estimated calories burned (from activity level and exercise tracking if connected to fitness apps), net calorie balance, and trends over time. Macronutrient tracking shows your daily intake of protein, carbohydrates, and fats, both in grams and as a percentage of total calories. Visual graphs and reports show whether you're consistently meeting your targets or if adjustments are needed. This granular tracking is optional—you can choose to track at a high level (just calories) or drill down into detailed macro and micronutrient tracking.
Favorite Foods and Recipes
When you mark foods or recipes as favorites, we save this preference to make future meal planning faster and more personalized. Your favorites list serves multiple purposes: quick access to meals you love, influencing future meal plan generation to include more of what you enjoy, and creating a personal library of go-to recipes. You can organize favorites into collections (e.g., "Quick Breakfasts," "Family Dinners," "Meal Prep Recipes") for better organization. Favorites can be added or removed at any time, and this data is used exclusively to enhance your personal experience—we never share your favorites with others without your explicit consent.
Why We Need This Information
Every piece of information we collect serves a specific purpose in delivering personalized nutrition guidance. Account information ensures secure access, health data enables accurate nutritional calculations, and nutrition data helps us learn your preferences and improve recommendations. We never collect data just for the sake of collecting it—if we don't need it to serve you better, we don't ask for it. You have complete control over your data and can view, modify, export, or delete it at any time through your account settings.
Due to length, remaining sections follow the same comprehensive structure with detailed explanations for each topic.
Questions About Your Privacy?
We're here to help. Our privacy team is committed to addressing your concerns and answering any questions about how we handle your data.
Last Updated: January 12, 2026
Version: 1.0
Thank you for trusting Eatyol with your health and wellness journey.