PRIVACY POLICY

Effective Date: February 4, 2026

Last Updated: February 4, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to SliceLense ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application SliceLense (the "App"), available on iOS and Android platforms.

By downloading, accessing, or using the App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use the App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide when using the App:

  • Recipe Content: Titles, descriptions, ingredients, instructions, and tags for recipes you create
  • Images: Photos you upload or images generated through the App
  • Voice Input: Voice recordings when using voice-to-recipe features (processed in real-time, not stored)
  • Camera Input: Images captured when using the camera-to-recipe feature
  • Ratings and Reviews: Feedback you provide on recipes

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use the App, we automatically collect certain information:

  • Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers
  • Usage Data: App usage patterns, features accessed, interaction data
  • Performance Data: Crash reports, error logs, and diagnostic information
  • Anonymous Identifier: A randomly generated identifier for your anonymous account

2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

SliceLense is designed with privacy in mind. We do NOT collect:

  • Your name, email address, or phone number (unless you contact us directly)
  • Location data or GPS coordinates
  • Contacts or address book information
  • Financial or payment information (handled by Apple/Google)
  • Health or fitness data
  • Browsing history outside the App

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Provide Services: To operate and maintain the App's core functionality
  • AI Recipe Generation: To process your inputs (text, voice, images) through Google Gemini AI to create recipes
  • Image Generation: To create AI-generated recipe images based on your recipes
  • Cloud Storage: To store and sync your recipes across your devices
  • Improvements: To analyze usage patterns and improve App features and performance
  • Bug Fixes: To identify and fix technical issues
  • Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries and provide assistance

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Where Your Data is Stored

Your data is stored using Google Firebase services:

  • Firebase Firestore: Stores recipe data, preferences, and metadata
  • Firebase Storage: Hosts recipe images securely in the cloud
  • Firebase Authentication: Manages anonymous user sessions

Firebase servers are located in various regions. For more information about Firebase's data practices, please visit Firebase Privacy and Security.

4.2 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

  • All data transmission is encrypted using HTTPS/TLS
  • Firebase provides secure cloud storage with access controls
  • Anonymous authentication ensures your recipes are only accessible to you
  • Regular security updates and monitoring

4.3 Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account exists or as needed to provide you services. Recipe data is stored until you delete it or request account deletion. Anonymous usage analytics are retained in aggregated form for up to 24 months.

5. Third-Party Services

SliceLense uses the following third-party services. Each service has its own privacy policy governing the use of your information:

5.1 Google Firebase

We use Firebase for authentication, database, storage, and analytics. Firebase Privacy Policy

5.2 Google Gemini AI

Recipe generation is powered by Google Gemini AI. When you input text, voice, or images for recipe creation, this data is processed by Google's AI services. Google Privacy Policy

5.3 Apple App Store / Google Play Store

If you make in-app purchases or subscriptions, payment processing is handled entirely by Apple or Google. We do not receive or store your payment information.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

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

We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With Google Firebase and Gemini AI solely to provide App functionality
  • With Your Consent: When you explicitly choose to share recipes publicly or with others
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (you would be notified)

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your data:

7.1 Access and Portability

You can view all your recipe data within the App. To request a copy of your data in a portable format, contact us at contact@slicelense.com.

7.2 Deletion

You can delete individual recipes within the App at any time. To request complete deletion of your account and all associated data, contact us at contact@slicelense.com. We will process deletion requests within 30 days.

7.3 Correction

You can edit and update your recipes directly within the App.

7.4 Opt-Out

You can limit data collection by adjusting your device settings or by discontinuing use of the App. Note that some data collection is necessary for core functionality.

7.5 EU/EEA Users (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

7.6 California Users (CCPA)

California residents have the right to know what personal information we collect and to request deletion. We do not sell personal information as defined by the CCPA.

8. Children's Privacy

SliceLense is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the EU/EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under these ages.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at contact@slicelense.com. We will take steps to delete such information from our servers.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States, where our service providers (Google/Firebase) maintain servers.

These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. 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 new Privacy Policy on this page
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top
  • Providing notice within the App for significant changes

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

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

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

12. App Store Compliance

This App is distributed through the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. In addition to this Privacy Policy:

Our data collection and use practices comply with Apple's App Store Guidelines and Google Play Developer Policy requirements.