Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2025

Welcome to SkinEat AI! We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App"). Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your data.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

When you use SkinEat AI, we collect the following information:

• Meal Photos: Images of your meals that you scan using the App's camera feature. These photos are analyzed to provide food insights and recommendations.
• Profile Information: Your skin type, eating habits, and other preferences that help personalize your experience.
• Health & Lifestyle Data: Optional information such as sleep quality and cycle timing (for menstrual cycle tracking) to provide more personalized insights.
• Account Information: If you create an account, we collect your email address or other authentication credentials.
• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the App, including features you use and actions you take.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
• Log Data: Information that your device automatically sends when you use the App, such as IP address, access times, app crashes, and browser type.
• Analytics Data: Aggregated, anonymous data about App usage to help us improve our services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide Core Services: Analyze your meal photos using AI to provide skin-focused insights, including hydration scores, inflammation indicators, and breakout risk assessments.
• Personalize Your Experience: Generate personalized insights based on your skin type, eating habits, sleep quality, and cycle timing.
• Calculate Glow Scores: Track your daily and long-term skin-friendly eating patterns to generate your Glow Score.
• Deliver Daily Insights: Provide short, helpful feedback about what supported your skin and suggestions for improvement.
• Improve Our Services: Understand how the App is used to enhance features, fix bugs, and develop new functionality.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the App, such as cloud hosting providers, AI analysis services, and analytics platforms. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
• Legal Requirements: If required by law, legal process, or government request, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users.
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of assets, or acquisition of all or a portion of our business.
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information with third parties.

4. Data Storage and Security

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

• Encryption: We use industry-standard encryption to protect data in transit and at rest.
• Secure Servers: Your data is stored on secure servers with access controls and monitoring.
• Limited Access: Only authorized personnel have access to your personal information, and only on a need-to-know basis.
• Data Retention: We retain your information only for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Meal photos and analysis data are stored to maintain your food journal and historical insights.

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.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information in your profile.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal and operational limitations.
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format.
• Opt-Out: Opt out of certain data collection or processing activities, where applicable.
• Account Deletion: Delete your account at any time through the App settings or by contacting us.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 9 below.

6. Camera and Photo Permissions

The App requires access to your device's camera to scan meal photos. Photo images are processed to analyze food content and provide insights. You can revoke camera permissions at any time through your device settings, though this will limit the App's core functionality. We do not access your photo library unless you explicitly choose to upload photos from your library.

7. Children's Privacy

SkinEat AI 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 immediately.

If you are between the ages of 13 and 18, you may use the App with parental consent as required by your country's laws. We encourage parents to monitor their children's use of the App.

8. 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 differ from those in your country. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries. We take appropriate measures to ensure your information receives adequate protection in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the App and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the App after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

10. Medical Disclaimer

The information provided by SkinEat AI, including insights, recommendations, and Glow Scores, is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or dietary changes. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or learned through the App.

11. Contact Us

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

support@skineat.app

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe.