01Information we collect
1.1 Camera and food images
The app uses your device camera to capture photos of food for nutritional analysis. Captured images are sent to our remote server for AI-powered food recognition. Images are processed in real time and are not stored on the server after analysis is complete.
1.2 User profile data (stored locally)
The app collects the following personal data, which is stored only on your device and is never transmitted to external servers:
- Age
- Gender
- Weight
- Height
- Activity level
This data is used solely to calculate personalized calorie goals and nutritional recommendations.
1.3 Scan history (stored locally)
The app stores your food scan history (dish name, weight, calories, macronutrients, photo reference, and timestamp) in a local database on your device. This data is not transmitted to external servers.
1.4 Google Firebase
The app uses the following Firebase services:
- Firebase Analytics — collects usage data to help the developer understand how the app is used and improve the user experience. Data: app usage and interaction data, device information (model, OS version, screen size), anonymized IP, and app instance identifiers.
- Firebase Crashlytics — collects crash reports to help the developer identify and fix bugs. Data: crash logs, stack traces, device state at the time of crash, device information and app instance identifiers.
- Firebase Remote Config — used to manage app configuration remotely. Does not collect personal data beyond standard Firebase identifiers.
Google anonymizes log data by removing part of the IP address (after 9 months) and cookie information (after 18 months).
1.5 RevenueCat (subscription management)
The app uses RevenueCat to manage premium subscriptions. RevenueCat processes:
- Purchase and subscription status
- Transaction identifiers
- Anonymous app user identifiers
RevenueCat does not receive your personal profile data (age, weight, etc.).
1.6 Google Play Services
Google Play Services provides core infrastructure used by the app, including in-app purchases and security services. Google acts as a data controller for personal data processed in Google Play Services.
02How we use your information
- Food images — to provide AI-powered nutritional analysis.
- User profile data — to calculate personalized calorie and nutrition goals.
- Scan history — to display your food diary and daily statistics.
- Analytics data — to improve app quality and user experience.
- Crash reports — to identify and fix technical issues.
- Subscription data — to manage access to premium features.
03Sharing your information
The developer will share personal information with third parties only in the ways described in this privacy statement. Your personal information may be disclosed:
- To third-party service providers listed in Section 1 (Firebase, RevenueCat), solely for the purposes described.
- As required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena, or similar legal process.
- To any other third party with your prior consent to do so.
The developer does not sell your personal data.
04Data retention
- Food images — not retained; processed in real time and immediately discarded.
- User profile and scan history — stored locally on your device until you clear the app data or uninstall the app.
- Firebase Analytics — retained per Google's data retention policies.
- Firebase Crashlytics — crash data retained for 90 days.
- RevenueCat — subscription data retained per RevenueCat's privacy policy.
05Permissions
The app requires the following permissions:
- Camera — to capture food photos for analysis.
- Internet — to send images for AI analysis, manage subscriptions, and communicate with Firebase services.
06Security
I am striving to use commercially acceptable means of protecting your Personal Information. But remember that no method of transmission over the internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure and reliable, and I cannot guarantee its absolute security.
07Children's privacy
This app does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information through this app, please contact me so that I can take appropriate action.
08Distribution
The only official channel for distribution of this app is:
Any other mode of distribution is not official and thus, is not maintained by the developer. This privacy policy is effective to distribution made on the official channel only.
09Changes to this privacy policy
This policy may be updated from time to time. The developer will notify users of any changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Questions about privacy?
If you have any questions or suggestions about this Privacy Policy, please get in touch.
ai.food.support@gmail.com