Privacy Notice & Data Protection Statement
Overview & Scope
This Data Protection Statement outlines how Sam Sullivan manages, collects, processes, and safeguards information obtained from users ("User", "You") of the Track Calorie mobile application.
The Application operates under a Freemium model and is delivered on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis. By installing or interacting with the App, you consent to the information practices described herein.
Data Collection & Automated Telemetry
When you access or navigate the Application, certain non-sensitive diagnostic and usage data is automatically recorded by our systems. This technical data includes:
- Device Network Identifiers: Internet Protocol (IP) addresses.
- Interaction Metrics: Specific screens viewed, session timestamps, duration of usage, and in-app navigation paths.
- System Specifications: Mobile operating system variant and platform version.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Integration
To deliver tailored recommendations, automated functionalities, and optimized user experiences, the Application leverages embedded Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning models.
- AI Data Flow: Input data processed by AI features is handled strictly in accordance with applicable data protection legislation and this Policy.
- Purpose: AI processing serves exclusively to generate personalized content and enhance feature accuracy.
- Inquiries: For questions regarding specific AI algorithmic processes, please contact us directly.
Advertising Identifiers & Personalization
To offer enhanced feature sets and sustain the Freemium structure, the Application may request access to advertising and vendor identifiers, including:
- IDFA (Identifier for Advertisers)
- IDFV (Identifier for Vendors)
- Google Advertising ID (GAID)
These identifiers are retained and processed solely for analytics, attribution, and operational optimizations as set forth in this policy.
Outbound Communications & Marketing
We reserve the right to utilize contact details provided by you to send critical administrative notices, mandatory service announcements, system updates, and occasional promotional disclosures.
Third-Party Infrastructure & Service Integrations
To analyze app performance, trace technical issues, and process premium features, we transmit anonymized and aggregated datasets to vetted third-party vendors.
These third parties process data under their own independent privacy policies:
- Google Analytics for Firebase (Usage Analytics)
- Firebase Crashlytics (Stability & Crash Reporting)
- Facebook SDK (Analytics & Marketing Measurement)
- RevenueCat (In-App Purchase & Subscription Management)
We encourage you to review the privacy documentation of these respective platforms.
Legal Compliance & Disclosures
We may disclose collected information (both automated and user-provided) when:
- Compelled by law enforcement, court order, subpoena, or regulatory mandate.
- Necessary in good-faith assessment to defend legal rights, protect user safety, investigate potential fraud, or respond to official government inquiries.
- Working with trusted backend providers bound by confidentiality obligations who do not independently store or exploit our data.
Data Retention & Deletion Rights
- Retention Period: User-provided data is retained for the duration of your active use of the Application and a reasonable period thereafter to fulfill operational requirements.
- Erasure Requests: To request the permanent deletion of your data, submit a written request to [email protected]. We will action compliant requests within a reasonable timeframe.
- Opt-Out: You can halt all data collection instantly by uninstalling the Application using standard device removal tools or marketplace management settings.
Protection of Minors
The Application is strictly designed for audiences aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly harvest or solicit personal information from children under 13. If we discover that a child under 13 has transmitted personal data, we will erase such records immediately. Parents or guardians who become aware of such submissions should notify us at [email protected].
Security Protocols
We maintain administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to preserve the integrity and confidentiality of processed information against unauthorized access, alteration, or exposure.
Amendments & Governing Revisions
This Policy may undergo periodic revisions. Material updates will be published on this page with a revised effective date. Continued engagement with the Application constitutes implicit agreement with all modifications.
Contact Information
For inquiries concerning data privacy practices or this statement, reach out to:
Sam Sullivan / Service Provider
Email: [email protected]