CalorieSnap Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 25, 2026

Last Updated: March 25, 2026

1. INTRODUCTION

CalorieSnap is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application CalorieSnap (the "App").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our App.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

Food Photos: When you use the App to capture or upload photos of food for calorie analysis, we collect and process these images. Photos are temporarily stored to perform AI-based food recognition and calorie estimation.

Scan History: We store information about your food scans, including:

• Date and time of scan

• Identified food items

• Calorie and macronutrient data (protein, carbs, fat)

• AI confidence scores

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Usage Data: We may collect information about how you interact with the App, including features used, time spent, and error logs.

Device Identifiers: We may collect device type, OS version, and app version for troubleshooting purposes.

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the collected information for:

• Core functionality - processing food photos and calculating nutrition

• Service improvement - analyzing usage patterns and identifying bugs

• User support - responding to inquiries

• Analytics - understanding user behavior

• Legal compliance - complying with applicable laws

• Security - detecting and preventing fraud

We do NOT use your information for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

4. DATA STORAGE AND SECURITY

4.1 Local Storage

Your scan history is stored locally on your device using encrypted storage. This data remains on your device and is not automatically synced to cloud servers.

4.2 Cloud Storage

Food photos uploaded for AI analysis are temporarily stored on secure cloud servers during processing. These images are:

• Encrypted in transit using HTTPS/TLS

• Deleted after analysis is complete

• Not retained for training or other purposes without your consent

4.3 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures including end-to-end encryption, secure authentication protocols, and regular security audits.

5. DATA SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

5.1 Third-Party Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers including cloud storage providers, AI service providers, and analytics providers. These providers are contractually obligated to maintain confidentiality.

5.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or to protect the security and rights of CalorieSnap and its users.

5.3 No Sale of Personal Data

We do NOT sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

6. DATA RETENTION

• Scan History: Stored locally until you delete it

• Food Photos: Deleted from servers immediately after analysis (typically within minutes)

• Usage Analytics: Retained for up to 12 months

• Account Data: Retained as long as your account is active

7. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

7.1 Access and Deletion

You have the right to access your scan history, delete individual scans, or request deletion of your data from our servers.

7.2 Data Portability

You may request a copy of your scan history in a portable format.

7.3 GDPR and CCPA Compliance

If you are located in the European Union or are a California resident, you have additional rights under GDPR and CCPA respectively.

8. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

The App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13

9. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date and, where required, by obtaining your consent.

10. CONTACT US

CalorieSnap Privacy Team

Email: solidsoft.software@gmail.com

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt.

Your continued use of the App following the posting of revised Privacy Policy means that you accept and agree to the changes.