BiteNote Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 31, 2025

            Your Privacy Matters: BiteNote is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
        

1. Introduction

Welcome to BiteNote ("we," "our," or "us"). BiteNote is a nutrition tracking mobile application that allows users to capture meals by voice, track nutrition, and transform their health through data-driven insights.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

Account Information: When you sign in with Google or Apple, we collect your name, email address, and profile picture
Authentication Data: We use Firebase Authentication to securely manage user accounts
Guest Usage: If you use the app as a guest, we may assign a randomly generated username for identification

2.2 Voice and Audio Data

Voice Recordings: When you use voice note features to capture meals, we temporarily process audio data
Audio Processing: Voice data is used to extract meal information and nutritional content
AI Processing: Audio may be sent to AI services (such as OpenAI and Firebase Functions) for meal recognition and analysis

2.3 Meal and Nutrition Data

Food Information: Details about meals you log, including food types, quantities, and timing
Nutritional Data: Calculated nutrition information including calories, macronutrients, and micronutrients
Health Metrics: Any health goals, preferences, or dietary restrictions you set
Usage Patterns: How you interact with the app, meal logging frequency, and feature usage

2.4 Technical Information

Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and app version
Usage Analytics: App performance, crash reports, and feature usage statistics
Local Storage: App preferences and settings stored on your device

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Core App Functionality

Provide meal tracking and nutrition analysis services
Process voice recordings to extract meal information
Calculate and display nutritional data and health insights
Synchronize your data across devices when signed in

3.2 Account and Authentication

Create and manage your user account
Enable secure sign-in through Google or Apple
Provide personalized app experience

3.3 Improvement and Development

Analyze app usage to improve features and performance
Develop new features based on user behavior
Fix bugs and technical issues

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may have access to your data:

Google Firebase: Authentication, database, and cloud functions
Google Sign-In: For authentication services
Apple Sign-In: For authentication services (when implemented)
OpenAI Services: For processing voice data and meal recognition

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, safety, or the safety of others.

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of the business assets.

5. Data Security

5.1 Security Measures

Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard protocols
Firebase Security: We use Google Firebase's security infrastructure
Access Controls: Strict access controls limit who can access your data
Regular Updates: We regularly update our security measures

5.2 Voice Data Protection

Voice recordings are processed temporarily and not permanently stored
Audio data is transmitted securely to AI processing services
Voice data is deleted after processing and meal extraction

6. Data Retention

Account Data: Retained while your account is active
Meal Data: Retained to provide historical nutrition tracking
Voice Data: Temporarily processed and immediately deleted after meal extraction
Guest Data: Stored locally on device only

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Account Control

Data Access: You can access your data through the app's settings
Data Deletion: You can delete your account and associated data
Data Export: Request a copy of your data
Corrections: Update or correct your information in the app

7.2 Privacy Settings

Opt-out of analytics and crash reporting
Manage voice processing preferences
Control data synchronization settings

8. Children's Privacy

BiteNote is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during international transfers.

10. Third-Party Links

Our app may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:

Posting the updated policy in the app
Sending a notification through the app
Updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

Email:shernirdev@gmail.com

App Support: Through the app's settings → Contact Support

Mailing Address:
BiteNote Privacy Team

            Data Controller: If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), BiteNote is the data controller of your personal information covered by this Privacy Policy.
        

13. Additional Rights for EEA/UK Residents

If you are located in the EEA or UK, you have additional rights under GDPR:

Right to Access: Request access to your personal data
Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
Right to Object: Object to certain types of processing

14. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding your personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to know what personal information is collected
Right to delete personal information
Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights