Privacy Policy for EatEase AI

Last Updated: August 26, 2025

1. Introduction

EatEase AI ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

Account Information: Email address, name, and authentication details when you create an account
User Content: Photos of receipts and food items you choose to upload
Nutrition Data: Food items, nutritional information, and meal tracking data you input

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

Device Information: Device type, operating system, and app version
Usage Data: How you interact with the app, features used, and app performance
Camera Access: Photos you take for receipt scanning and food analysis

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Core App Functionality

Receipt Scanning: Process photos of grocery receipts to extract item information
Food Analysis: Analyze food photos to provide nutritional information
Meal Tracking: Store and display your daily nutrition data
AI Chat: Process your questions about nutrition and fitness

3.2 AI Processing

Image Analysis: Use AI services (OpenAI) to analyze food photos and receipts
Nutrition Calculation: Calculate nutritional values from analyzed images
Personalized Recommendations: Provide nutrition and fitness advice based on your data

4. Camera and Photo Usage

4.1 Camera Permission

We request camera access to:

Take photos of grocery receipts for item extraction
Capture food photos for nutritional analysis
Enable quick nutrition tracking features

4.2 Photo Processing

Receipt Photos: Processed to extract grocery items and prices
Food Photos: Analyzed to identify food items and calculate nutrition
Temporary Storage: Photos may be temporarily stored for processing
No Permanent Storage: We do not permanently store your photos

4.3 Photo Security

Photos are encrypted during transmission
Processing is done through secure AI services
Photos are not shared with third parties except for AI analysis

5. Data Sharing and Third-Party Services

5.1 AI Services

OpenAI: Used for image analysis and nutrition calculation
Google Services: Authentication and cloud storage (if enabled)

5.2 No Sale of Personal Data

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

6. Data Storage and Security

6.1 Data Storage

Local Storage: Nutrition data stored on your device
Cloud Storage: Optional backup to your Google account
Secure Transmission: All data transmitted using encryption

6.2 Security Measures

Encryption: Data encrypted in transit and at rest
Access Controls: Limited access to user data
Regular Updates: Security measures updated regularly

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Control

View Your Data: Access your nutrition and meal tracking data
Delete Data: Remove your account and associated data
Opt Out: Disable camera access or photo analysis features

7.2 Account Management

Update Information: Modify your account details
Delete Account: Permanently delete your account and data
Export Data: Request a copy of your data

8. Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

9. Changes to This Policy

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

Posting the new Privacy Policy in the app
Updating the "Last Updated" date
Sending notifications for significant changes

10. Delete Account & Data Removal

We respect your privacy and provide full control over your data. If you no longer wish to use EatEase AI, you can permanently delete your account at any time.

10.1 How to Delete Your Account

Go to the Delete Account page: Delete Account Page
Log in using the email and password you used to create your account
Confirm your request to delete your account

10.2 What Happens When You Delete Your Account

Your account information (email address and password) will be permanently deleted from our servers
This process is irreversible. Once your account is deleted, it cannot be recovered
Any data required for legal, fraud prevention, or security purposes may be retained for up to 90 days, after which it will be permanently deleted

10.3 Need Help?

If you face any issues deleting your account, please contact us at support@eatease.ai

11. Contact Information

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

Email: team@eatease.ai

App Support: Use the in-app support feature

12. Consent

By using EatEase AI, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.

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