Effective Date: May 7, 2025
Menu Decoder (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use the Menu Decoder app (“App”).
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a. Device and Usage Information
- Device type, operating system version, app version
- Language and country settings
- Usage data (e.g., app screens viewed, buttons clicked)
b. Photos and Camera Access
- When you use the app to scan menus, we access your camera or photo library (with your permission) to analyze the menu images.
- We do not store or transmit your photos unless explicitly required for a feature (e.g., save or share a decoded dish).
c. Location Information
- If enabled, location data may be used to help associate decoded dishes with local restaurants or improve search results. Location access is optional.
d. Language Preferences
- We store your selected app and decoding languages to personalize your experience.
e. Analytics
- We may use privacy-friendly analytics tools to improve app performance and user experience. This may include anonymous event data.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and personalize app features
- Improve functionality and performance
- Offer language-specific content
- Respond to support requests or feedback
We do not sell your personal data or share it with third parties for marketing purposes.
3. Data Storage and Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access or loss. Data may be stored locally on your device and/or securely on third-party servers (e.g., for analytics or crash reporting).
4. Children’s Privacy
Menu Decoder is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
5. Third-Party Services
The app may integrate third-party services (e.g., analytics providers, image recognition APIs) that are governed by their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them.
6. Your Choices
- You can manage permissions (e.g., camera, location) in your device settings.
- You may delete the app at any time to stop further data collection.
- If you request deletion of saved data (e.g., dishes or receipts), we will honor your request where technically feasible.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted in the app or on our website with a new effective date.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: