Privacy Policy

Last updated: 07/07/2025

Scanimal ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you use our app.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following information to provide and improve our services:

- Email address: To create and manage your account.

- Name and profile photo (optional): To personalize your experience.

- Google account information: If signing in via Google (OAuth).

- Product images submitted: For vegan analysis.

- Product reviews and saved favorites:** To enable app features.

- Usage data:** Non-identifiable data used to improve app functionality.

We do not collect sensitive personal information.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

- Analyze product content and determine vegan status.

- Provide personalized insights and recommendations.

- Let you save favorite products and write reviews.

- Improve app features through anonymous usage patterns.

- Respond to user support requests.

Your information is never sold or shared for third-party advertising purposes.

3. Data Storage and Processing

Your data is securely processed and stored using trusted third-party services:

- OpenAI – for image and ingredient analysis ([Privacy Policy](https://openai.com/policies/privacy-policy))

- Perplexity – for product insights ([Privacy Policy](https://www.perplexity.ai/privacy))

- n8n – for secure workflow automation ([Privacy Policy](https://n8n.io/legal/privacy-policy/))

Data may be stored on servers located outside your country. By using our app, you consent to such transfer in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

4. Retention of Data

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law. If you request account deletion, we will erase your data within 30 days, unless legal obligations require otherwise.

5. Security of Data

We implement industry-standard encryption and strict access controls to protect your data. Only authorized systems and personnel can access your information. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal data, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

- Access, update, or delete your personal data.

- Export your data upon request.

- Revoke consent at any time.

- Unlink your Google account if signed in via OAuth.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at: yuri@scanimal.io

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes within the app and update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

8. Compliance

Scanimal complies with all applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Brazilian General Data Protection Law (LGPD), as relevant.

If you have any questions or privacy requests, please contact us at: yuri@scanimal.io.