• Download and use our mobile application (ShelfSmart), or any other application of ours that links to this Privacy Notice

• Use ShelfSmart. ShelfSmart is an iOS application designed for grocery management and recipe discovery. Core Functionalities: Inventory and Expiry Tracking: Users can log grocery products and their corresponding expiration dates. The application sends notifications to the user as the expiration dates approach. Inventory-Based Recipe Suggestions: Based on the items logged in the user's inventory, the app provides recipe suggestions that utilize those ingredients, particularly those nearing their expiration date. Recipe Search and Filtering: A dedicated recipe search function allows users to find recipes independently of their current inventory. This search functionality includes filters for various preferences, including: Dietary restrictions (e.g., vegan, gluten-free) Cuisine type (e.g., Italian, Mexican, Japanese) Common allergens (e.g., nuts, dairy, soy) Meal type (e.g., breakfast, dinner) Data Storage and Handling: User data is handled in two distinct ways based on its purpose: Application Data: All user-generated content related to the app's core function—such as grocery lists, recipes, and preferences—is stored locally on the user's device. This data can be synchronized across the user's devices via their personal iCloud account. Authentication Data: User account creation and login are managed by Google's Firebase Authentication service. This service stores the data necessary for authentication, which includes the user's name, email address, and sign-up method. Monetization Model: The application is available free of charge and does not include in-app purchases or subscription fees.

• Engage with us in other related ways, including any sales, marketing, or events

We collect personal information that you provide to us when you register on the Services, express an interest in obtaining information about us or our products and Services, when you participate in activities on the Services, or otherwise when you contact us.

Personal Information Provided by You. The personal information that we collect depends on the context of your interactions with us and the Services, the choices you make, and the products and features you use. The personal information we collect may include the following:

• names
• email addresses
• usernames
• passwords

Application Data. If you use our application(s), we also may collect the following information if you choose to provide us with access or permission:

• Mobile Device Access. We may request access or permission to certain features from your mobile device, including your mobile device's notifications, and other features. If you wish to change our access or permissions, you may do so in your device's settings.

This information is primarily needed to maintain the security and operation of our application(s), for troubleshooting, and for our internal analytics and reporting purposes.

All personal information that you provide to us must be true, complete, and accurate, and you must notify us of any changes to such personal information.

In Short: We process your information to provide, improve, and administer our Services, communicate with you, for security and fraud prevention, and to comply with law. We may also process your information for other purposes with your consent.

We process your personal information for a variety of reasons, depending on how you interact with our Services, including:

• To facilitate account creation and authentication and otherwise manage user accounts. We may process your information so you can create and log in to your account, as well as keep your account in working order.
• To identify usage trends. We may process information about how you use our Services to better understand how they are being used so we can improve them.
• To save or protect an individual's vital interest. We may process your information when necessary to save or protect an individual's vital interest, such as to prevent harm.

If you have questions or comments about this notice, you may email us at shelfsmartapp@gmail.com or contact us by post at:

Based on the applicable laws of your country or state of residence in the US, you may have the right to request access to the personal information we collect from you, details about how we have processed it, correct inaccuracies, or delete your personal information. You may also have the right to withdraw your consent to our processing of your personal information. These rights may be limited in some circumstances by applicable law. To request to review, update, or delete your personal information, please fill out and submit a data subject access request.

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