Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Local Data Storage

GroceryMealPlanner operates as a local-first application. All your data, including but not limited to:

• User profile information (age, weight, height, activity level)
• Dietary preferences and restrictions
• Meal plans and recipes
• Grocery lists and shopping history
• Fitness goals and progress tracking
• AI interaction history and preferences

This data is stored locally on your device using secure local database storage (Room database) and is never transmitted to our servers or any third-party services.

1.2 No Cloud Storage

We do not collect, store, or process any of your personal data on cloud servers. Your information remains entirely on your device, ensuring complete privacy and control over your data.

1.3 No Analytics or Tracking

GroceryMealPlanner does not use any analytics tools, tracking mechanisms, or data collection services. We do not monitor your usage patterns, collect crash reports, or gather any telemetry data.

2. How We Use Your Information

Since all data is stored locally on your device, we do not have access to or use any of your personal information. The app processes your data locally to provide the following features:

• Generate personalized meal plans based on your preferences and goals
• Calculate nutritional information and BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate)
• Create grocery lists from your meal plans
• Provide AI-powered meal suggestions and recommendations
• Track your progress toward fitness goals
• Store your favorite recipes and meal preferences

3. Data Security

3.1 Local Security

We implement several security measures to protect your data on your device:

• Secure local database storage with encryption
• Input validation and sanitization to prevent injection attacks
• Memory leak detection and prevention
• Secure file handling and validation
• Performance monitoring without data collection

3.2 No Data Transmission

Since no data leaves your device, there is no risk of data interception during transmission. Your information is completely isolated and secure within your device's local storage.

4. Third-Party Services

GroceryMealPlanner does not integrate with any third-party services, APIs, or external data sources. The app operates entirely offline and does not require an internet connection for any functionality.

The only external dependencies are:

• Google Play Store (for app distribution and updates)
• Android system libraries and frameworks

These services are governed by their respective privacy policies and terms of service.

5. Data Retention and Deletion

5.1 Data Retention

Your data is retained on your device for as long as you have the app installed. We do not have access to or control over this data.

5.2 Data Deletion

You can delete your data at any time by:

• Clearing app data through your device's settings
• Uninstalling the app (this removes all local data)
• Using the app's built-in data management features

Once deleted, your data cannot be recovered as it is not stored anywhere else.

6. Children's Privacy

GroceryMealPlanner is not intended for use by 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.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify users through the app's update mechanism
• Post the updated policy on our website

Your continued use of the app after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Since all your data is stored locally on your device, you have complete control over your information:

• Access: You can view all your data within the app
• Modify: You can edit or update your information at any time
• Delete: You can remove specific data or all data as needed
• Export: You can export your data (feature coming soon)
• Control: You decide what information to store and how to use it

9. International Users

Since GroceryMealPlanner operates entirely locally on your device, no data crosses international borders. However, if you are using the app outside of your home country, please be aware that:

• Your data remains on your device regardless of your location
• No data is transmitted to or stored in any country
• Local laws may still apply to your use of the app

10. Contact Information

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

11. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Union, we process your data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: You provide explicit consent by using the app
• Legitimate Interest: Processing is necessary for app functionality
• Contract: Processing is necessary to provide the service

Since all processing occurs locally on your device, we do not act as a data controller or processor under GDPR regulations.

12. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

For California residents, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to say no to the sale of personal information
• Right to access your personal information
• Right to equal service and price

Since we do not collect, sell, or disclose any personal information, these rights are automatically satisfied.