Privacy Policy for SmartCalBurn

Welcome to SmartCalBurn ("we," "us," or "our"), an AI-powered health and wellness web application. Your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information when you use our services available at https://smartcalburn.com.

By using SmartCalBurn, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. 1. Information We Collect

   We may collect the following types of information:

   • Personal Information (Optional): Name, email, and password if you register. Service can be used without an account.
   • Meal Images: Uploaded images processed with AI for calorie estimation and exercise suggestions. Stored temporarily or in your history until deleted.
   • Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent, for performance improvements.
   • Cookies & Analytics: Used for better experience. You can disable them in your browser.
   • User-Generated Content: Images analyzed to identify food items and estimate calories.

2. 2. How We Use Your Information

   • Operate the Service (calorie estimates, exercise suggestions).
   • Personalize your experience.
   • Improve our Service with analytics and feedback.
   • Ensure security and comply with legal obligations.
   • AI models provide approximate estimates (not medical advice).

   ⚠️ SmartCalBurn results are for informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified health professional for medical advice.

3. 3. How We Share Your Information

   • Service Providers: With trusted partners (e.g., Google Cloud, hosting) under strict confidentiality.
   • Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect rights.
   • Aggregated/Anonymous Data: For research, reports, or product improvement without identifying individuals.

4. 4. Data Security

   We use encryption and secure storage (Google Cloud/App Engine). However, no system is 100% secure. Users should maintain strong passwords and safeguard account credentials.

5. 5. Your Data Rights

   Under applicable laws (e.g., India’s DPDP Act, GDPR), you have the right to:

   • Access, update, or delete personal data.
   • Request deletion of meal images.
   • Object to/restrict data processing.
   • Request data portability.

   Contact us at ai@smartcalburn.com to exercise your rights.

6. 6. Data Retention

   • Meal Images: Temporary unless saved in history (you can delete).
   • Usage Data: Retained up to 6 months.
   • Account Data: Retained while active or up to 1 year after deletion (unless legally required longer).

7. 7. Third-Party Services & Links

   Our Service may link to third-party tools (Google AdSense, Analytics). Review their policies separately.

8. 8. Advertising

   We use Google AdSense, which may use cookies for personalized ads. See Google’s Privacy Policy and opt out in Ads Settings.

9. 9. Children’s Privacy

   Not intended for children under 13. If we learn data was collected, we will delete it promptly.

10. 10. International Users

    Data may be processed in India or other locations where providers operate. We comply with applicable laws, including GDPR for EU users.

11. 11. Changes to This Policy

    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted here with a revised “Last Updated” date.

12. 12. Contact Us

    If you have questions or concerns, contact us at: ai@smartcalburn.com

✅ By using SmartCalBurn, you agree to this Privacy Policy. Thank you for trusting us with your health journey!