Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 18, 2025

Thyme Capsule ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website and application at thyme-capsule.com and app.thyme-capsule.com.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Account information — your name and email address when you create an account.
• Recipe content — photos, transcribed text, and metadata you upload to the service.
• Waitlist registration — your email address if you join our pre-launch waitlist.
• Payment information — billing details processed securely by our payment processor. We do not store card numbers on our servers.

We also collect certain information automatically:

• Browser type and operating system
• Pages visited and features used
• IP address and general location

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and improve the Thyme Capsule service
• Process and fulfill your subscription
• Send transactional emails (receipts, password resets, launch notifications)
• Send service updates and, with your consent, marketing communications
• Respond to your support requests
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We do not use your recipe content or photos to train AI models.

3. AI Processing

When you submit a recipe image for digitization, restoration, or dish generation, the image is transmitted to our AI processing services. Images are processed in transit for the purpose of generating the requested output and are not retained by our AI providers beyond what is necessary to complete the request.

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using industry-standard cloud infrastructure hosted in the United States. We implement security measures including encrypted data transmission (HTTPS), access controls, and authentication requirements. No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Sharing Your Information

We share your information only with trusted third-party service providers necessary to operate the service, including authentication providers, cloud storage, AI processing, and payment processing. All providers are contractually required to protect your data and use it only as directed by us.

We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect the rights and safety of our users.

6. Family Sharing

If you use family sharing features, other members of your shared cookbook will be able to see your contributed recipes and profile information within that shared context. You control what you share and with whom.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time
• Export your recipe data in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at hello@thyme-capsule.com.

8. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to keep you signed in, remember your preferences, and understand how you use the service. You can configure your browser to refuse cookies, but some parts of the service may not function correctly.

9. Children's Privacy

Thyme Capsule is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "last updated" date. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Thyme Capsule
hello@thyme-capsule.com