Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1 April 2026

1. Introduction

BiteMate (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the BiteMate mobile application available on iOS and Android.

We respect your privacy and are committed to being transparent about how information is handled when you use our app.

This Privacy Policy explains how information is processed when you use BiteMate.

2. Information We Collect

We do not directly collect or store personally identifiable information such as your name, email address, or contact details.

However, the app may process or store the following types of information:

2.1 App Usage Data

  • Food logs and meal entries

  • Calorie and nutrition tracking data

  • App interactions and preferences

This data is stored locally on your device unless otherwise required for functionality.

2.2 AI Scan Data

  • Images captured or uploaded for food recognition

  • AI-generated food identification and nutrition estimates

Images are processed to generate results and are not permanently stored by us.

2.3 Device and Technical Data (via third parties)

Third-party services integrated into BiteMate may automatically collect:

  • Device model and OS version

  • App usage analytics

  • Advertising identifiers (e.g., IDFA on iOS, GAID on Android)

  • Crash reports and diagnostics

3. How We Use Information

We use processed information to:

  • Provide AI-based food recognition

  • Track nutrition and calories

  • Improve app performance and features

  • Display advertisements (free users)

  • Manage subscriptions and premium features

  • Analyze usage trends

4. AI Features

BiteMate includes AI-powered food scanning features.

  • AI analyzes images to identify food items

  • Nutrition values are estimated automatically

  • Results may not always be accurate

Important: AI outputs are for informational purposes only and should not be considered exact or medically verified.

5. Advertising

BiteMate displays advertisements for free users.

Third-party ad networks may:

  • Use device identifiers

  • Collect usage data

  • Provide personalized or non-personalized ads

Users may opt out of personalized ads through device settings:

  • iOS: Settings → Privacy → Tracking

  • Android: Settings → Ads → Reset/Opt out

6. Subscriptions & Payments

BiteMate offers optional premium subscriptions.

  • Payments are processed by Apple App Store or Google Play Store

  • We do not collect or store payment details

  • Subscription management is handled by your platform account

7. Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services, including:

  • Advertising networks

  • Analytics providers

  • AI processing services

  • App store payment systems

These third parties may collect and process data according to their own privacy policies.

We are not responsible for their practices.

8. Data Storage

  • Most user data (such as food logs) is stored locally on your device

  • We do not guarantee backup or recovery of data

  • Deleting the app will remove locally stored data

9. Data Deletion

Since BiteMate does not maintain a central user database:

  • You may delete your data by uninstalling the app

  • You may also clear app storage through device settings

For any concerns, contact us at the email below.

10. User Rights (GDPR / Global Compliance)

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access or review your data

  • Request deletion

  • Restrict processing (via device settings)

  • Opt out of personalized ads

11. Children’s Privacy

BiteMate is not intended for children under 13 years of age.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

12. Security

We take reasonable measures to protect app data. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

13. International Users

Your information may be processed in countries outside your region where third-party services operate.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Updates will be posted within the app or store listing. Continued use of the app means acceptance of changes.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions:

Email: [email protected]
App Name: BiteMate

16. Consent

By using BiteMate, you agree to this Privacy Policy.