Privacy Policy for GroceryTracker Pro

Effective Date: September 8, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to GroceryTracker Pro ("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 GroceryTracker Pro (the "App").

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

• Account Information: Email address, name, and password when you create an account
• Profile Information: Optional profile details you choose to provide
• Contact Information: Email address for support and communication purposes

2.2 Usage Data

• Receipt Data: Images and text data from receipts you scan or manually enter
• Shopping Data: Grocery items, prices, stores, categories, and shopping patterns
• App Usage: Features used, screens visited, and interaction patterns
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, app version, and unique device identifiers

2.3 Camera and Photo Data

• Receipt Images: Photos taken through the app's camera feature for receipt scanning
• Cropped Images: Processed versions of receipt images for text extraction
• Gallery Access: If you choose to upload receipts from your device's photo gallery

2.4 Location Data (Optional)

• Store Locations: If you enable location services, we may collect location data to suggest nearby stores

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Core App Functionality

• Process and analyze receipt data to extract grocery information
• Organize and categorize your shopping data
• Generate insights and analytics about your spending patterns
• Provide AI-powered analysis and recommendations

3.2 Account Management

• Create and maintain your user account
• Authenticate your identity and provide secure access
• Sync your data across devices (if applicable)

3.3 Communication

• Send important updates about the app
• Respond to your support requests and feedback
• Notify you about new features or changes to our services

3.4 App Improvement

• Analyze usage patterns to improve app performance
• Debug technical issues and enhance user experience
• Develop new features based on user behavior

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

4.2 Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted service providers who assist us in:

• Cloud storage and data backup (AWS Amplify)
• Authentication services (AWS Cognito)
• Analytics and crash reporting
• Payment processing (for premium features)

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

• Valid legal processes (subpoenas, court orders)
• Requests from law enforcement
• Situations involving potential threats to safety

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Data Security

5.1 Security Measures

• Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit and at rest
• Secure Storage: We use AWS secure cloud infrastructure
• Access Control: Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
• Regular Updates: We regularly update our security practices

5.2 Your Responsibility

• Use strong passwords for your account
• Do not share your login credentials
• Report any suspected security breaches immediately

6. Data Retention

6.1 Account Data

• We retain your account information as long as your account is active
• Receipt and shopping data is retained to provide ongoing service

6.2 Data Deletion

• You can delete individual receipts or data entries at any time
• Upon account deletion, we will remove your personal data within 30 days
• Some aggregated, anonymized data may be retained for analytics purposes

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Control

• View Data: Access all personal data we have about you
• Update Information: Modify your account and profile information
• Delete Data: Remove specific receipts, entries, or your entire account
• Export Data: Request a copy of your data in a portable format

7.2 Communication Preferences

• Opt out of promotional emails (service emails may still be sent)
• Control push notification settings through your device

7.3 Location Services

• Enable or disable location services through your device settings
• Choose whether to share location data with the app

8. Children's Privacy

GroceryTracker Pro is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure adequate protection of your data through appropriate safeguards when transferring data internationally.

10. Third-Party Services

10.1 Integration Services

Our app may integrate with third-party services for enhanced functionality:

• Cloud storage providers
• Payment processors
• Analytics services

10.2 Third-Party Links

Our app may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those external sites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies.

11. Changes to This 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 you an email notification
• Displaying a prominent notice in the app

The "Effective Date" at the top of this policy indicates when the most recent changes took effect.

13. Compliance

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable privacy laws, including:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Other applicable regional privacy regulations

Last Updated: September 8, 2025
Version: 1.0