Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 9, 2026

Welcome to Zarke ("we", "our", or "the App"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our application.

1. Information We Collect

Zarke is designed with privacy in mind. All data is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to any external servers.

• Account Information: When you create an account, we generate a unique user ID and default nickname. This information is stored locally on your device.
• Recipe Data: Recipes you create, including titles, ingredients, cooking steps, categories, and associated photos, are stored in a local database on your device.
• Photos: Images you select from your photo library or capture with your camera for recipe covers and cooking steps are saved locally within the App's sandbox storage.
• Preferences: Your settings and preferences (such as login status and first-launch flags) are stored locally using on-device storage.

2. Device Permissions

Zarke may request access to the following device features:

• Photo Library: To allow you to select and save images for your recipes.
• Camera: To allow you to take photos directly for your recipes.
• Microphone: To support potential audio-related features within the App.

You can manage these permissions at any time through your device's Settings.

3. Data Storage and Security

All your data is stored exclusively on your device. We do not operate any servers, and no data is uploaded, transmitted, or shared with any third party. Your recipes, photos, and account information remain entirely under your control.

4. Third-Party Services

Zarke does not integrate with any third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking services. The third-party libraries used in the App (such as SnapKit, RealmSwift, IQKeyboardManagerSwift, SVProgressHUD, and TZImagePickerController) operate entirely on-device and do not collect or transmit any user data.

5. Children's Privacy

Zarke is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.

6. Data Deletion

Since all data is stored locally on your device, you can delete all your data at any time by uninstalling the App. This will permanently remove all recipes, photos, account information, and preferences associated with the App.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through the feedback feature within the App.