Privacy Policy for Photo Food

Last Updated: January 21, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Photo Food ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application Photo Food (the "App").

By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use the App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

Account Information: Email address, username, and password when you create an account
Food Photos: Images of meals you upload for AI analysis
Nutrition Data: Food entries, calorie intake, macro tracking, water consumption logs
User Preferences: Daily calorie goals, dietary preferences, app settings

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
Usage Data: App features used, time spent in app, interaction patterns
Log Data: IP address, access times, app crashes, performance data

2.3 Camera and Storage Permissions

The App requires access to your device camera and photo storage to enable food photo capture and meal logging features. Photos are only accessed when you explicitly choose to take or upload them.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

AI Food Recognition: Process food photos to identify items and estimate nutritional content
Nutrition Tracking: Store and display your meal history, calorie intake, and macro breakdown
Progress Analytics: Generate charts and insights about your eating habits and nutrition trends
App Functionality: Enable core features like barcode scanning, water tracking, and streak counting
Personalization: Customize your experience based on your goals and preferences
Service Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve AI accuracy and app performance
Technical Support: Respond to your inquiries and troubleshoot issues
Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We work with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf:

AI Processing: Food recognition and image analysis services
Cloud Hosting: Data storage and server infrastructure providers
Analytics: App performance and usage analytics tools
Authentication: OAuth login service providers

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the services they provide to us.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas, or government regulations).

4.3 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.

5. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:

Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and at rest
Access Controls: Strict access limitations to personal data
Secure Infrastructure: Industry-standard cloud hosting with security certifications
Regular Audits: Periodic security assessments and vulnerability testing

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide you with the App services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Specifically:

Account Data: Retained until you delete your account
Meal Photos and Logs: Retained until you delete them or close your account
Usage Analytics: Aggregated and anonymized data may be retained indefinitely
Legal Obligations: Some data may be retained longer if required by law

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 Access and Portability

You can access and download your data through the App settings.

7.2 Correction

You can update or correct your account information and nutrition logs at any time within the App.

7.3 Deletion

You can delete individual meal entries, photos, or your entire account through the App settings. Upon account deletion, we will remove your personal information from our active databases within 30 days.

7.4 Opt-Out

You can opt out of push notifications through your device settings or the App settings.

7.5 Data Portability

You can request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format by contacting us at support@photofood.app.

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. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information from our systems.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

The App may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., nutrition databases, OAuth login providers). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any information to them.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

Posting the new Privacy Policy in the App
Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
Sending you a notification through the App or email (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the App after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: support@photofood.app App: Photo Food - AI Calorie Tracker

13. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting and using your personal information depends on the specific context:

Contract Performance: Processing necessary to provide the App services you requested
Legitimate Interests: Improving our services, preventing fraud, and ensuring security
Consent: Where you have given explicit consent (e.g., for push notifications)
Legal Obligations: Compliance with applicable laws and regulations

You have the right to withdraw consent at any time, object to processing, and lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

14. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to Know: Request disclosure of personal information collected, used, and shared
Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
Right to Non-Discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@photofood.app.