Privacy Policy for Meal Facts

Last Updated: June 21, 2025

Avenry AI, LLC ("we," "our," or "us") 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 Meal Facts ("the App").

IMPORTANT:

Your personal health data (including meals, exercise records, body measurements, and health goals) is stored locally on your device and is never transmitted to or stored on our servers. We only store subscription-related information on our servers.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

  • Account Information: When you create an account, we may collect your name, email address, and Apple ID (if you sign in with Apple)
  • Profile Information: Age, gender, height, weight, activity level, and nutrition goals (stored locally on your device)
  • Health Data: Body weight records, nutrition intake, exercise records, and step count (stored locally on your device through HealthKit integration)

1.2 Usage Data

  • Photos: Food images you capture or upload for nutrition analysis
  • Analysis Data: Meal and exercise analysis results, nutritional information, and AI-generated insights
  • App Usage: Features accessed, time spent in the app, and interaction patterns
  • Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and app version

1.3 Subscription Information

  • Payment Data: Managed by Apple App Store and RevenueCat (we do not store payment card information)
  • Subscription Status: Current plan, renewal dates, and subscription history

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Core App Functions

  • Provide AI-powered nutrition analysis of your meals (images processed temporarily)
  • Track your daily nutrition intake and exercise activities (stored locally on your device)
  • Generate personalized health insights and recommendations (calculated locally)
  • Manage your subscription status and usage limits

2.2 Service Improvement

  • Improve our AI algorithms for better food recognition and analysis
  • Enhance app features and user experience
  • Provide customer support and troubleshooting

2.3 Communications

  • Send important updates about the app or your account
  • Respond to your inquiries and support requests
  • Notify you about subscription changes or renewals

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

3.1 Third-Party Services

We work with the following third-party services:

  • Apple HealthKit: For health data integration (with your explicit consent)
  • RevenueCat: For subscription management and analytics
  • Our Backend Services: For AI nutrition analysis and subscription management only

3.2 Data Processing

  • Your food images are processed by our AI servers for nutrition analysis only and are not permanently stored
  • Personal health data (meals, exercise, weight, goals) is stored locally on your device and never transmitted to our servers
  • Only subscription-related information is stored on our servers
  • We do not sell your personal information to third parties

3.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety.

4. Data Security

4.1 Security Measures

  • All data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS protocols
  • Sensitive information is stored using secure keychain services
  • Our servers implement robust security measures and access controls

4.2 Health Data Protection

  • Health data is handled in compliance with applicable privacy laws
  • HealthKit data remains on your device unless explicitly shared
  • You can revoke health data access at any time through iOS Settings

5. Your Privacy Rights

5.1 Data Access and Control

  • Access: Request a copy of subscription data we store; health data is already on your device
  • Correction: Update subscription information; health data can be corrected directly in the app
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and server-stored subscription data
  • Portability: Export your locally stored health data through the app; subscription data available upon request

5.2 Marketing Communications

  • Opt out of promotional emails and notifications
  • Adjust notification preferences in app settings

5.3 HealthKit Data

  • Manage health data permissions through iOS Settings > Privacy & Security > Health
  • We only access health data you explicitly grant permission for

6. Data Retention

  • Subscription Data: Retained while your account is active and for legal/billing requirements
  • Personal Health Data: Stored locally on your device - you control retention and deletion
  • Food Images: Processed temporarily for analysis and not permanently stored on our servers
  • Usage Analytics: Only aggregated and anonymized usage statistics may be retained for service improvement
  • Deleted Accounts: Subscription-related data is deleted within 30 days of account deletion request

7. Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during such transfers.

9. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy in the app
  • Sending a notification through the app
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy

10. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Avenry AI, LLC

Email: contact@avenryai.com

11. Regional Privacy Rights

11.1 California Residents (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to know what personal information is collected and the right to delete personal information.

11.2 European Union Residents (GDPR)

EU residents have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation, including the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, and data portability.

11.3 Other Jurisdictions

We comply with applicable privacy laws in all jurisdictions where we operate.

12. Medical Disclaimer

The information provided by Meal Facts is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with healthcare professionals for personalized medical advice.

By using Meal Facts, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection and use of your information as described herein.