Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how the Stomach app ("we," "our," or "the App") collects, uses, and protects your information.
1. Information We Collect
The App collects minimal information to provide its services:
- Food Search Queries: The food items you search for to generate nutritional estimates
- Usage Data: Anonymous app usage statistics (if analytics are enabled)
- Device Information: Basic device type and iOS version for compatibility purposes
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Process your food queries and return nutritional estimates
- Improve the App's functionality and user experience
- Troubleshoot technical issues
- Analyze usage patterns to enhance features
3. Data Storage
- Local Storage: Search history and preferences are stored locally on your device
- No Account Required: The App does not require user accounts or registration
- Temporary Processing: Food queries are sent directly to the API and results are stored locally when saved to the log
4. Third-Party Services
The App uses third-party AI services to generate nutritional estimates. When you search for food items:
- Your query is sent to AI services for processing
- The API processes the request and returns nutritional data
- We do not control how third-party services handle data; please review their privacy policies
- No personally identifiable information is shared with the API
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical measures to protect your information:
- Secure API communications using HTTPS
- No storage of sensitive personal information
- Regular security updates and improvements
6. Your Data Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: View your locally stored search history
- Delete: Clear your search history at any time through the App settings
- Opt-out: Disable analytics if implemented
- Control: Manage what information you provide through your searches
7. Children's Privacy
The App is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.
8. Data Retention
- Local Data: Remains on your device until you delete it or uninstall the App
- API Queries: Sent directly to API and not retained after processing
- Analytics Data: Anonymized and aggregated, retained for improvement purposes
9. International Users
The App is available globally. By using the App, you consent to the processing of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy, regardless of your country of residence.
10. Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be reflected in the App with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. California Privacy Rights
California residents have additional rights under the CCPA, including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.
12. European Privacy Rights
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the GDPR including access, rectification, erasure, restriction, data portability, and the right to object to processing.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
- Email: hgnozari@gmail.com
- The App Store review/support section
- Developer contact information provided in the App Store listing
14. Consent
By using the Stomach app, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.