This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, and protected when you use MealScan AI.
MealScan AI is a brand name under which the service is operated by Valentyn Olkhovskyi, a sole proprietor (individual) registered in Ukraine, who acts as the data controller for the purposes of applicable data protection laws.
1. What MealScan AI Is
MealScan AI is an AI-powered informational service that analyzes food images and user inputs to generate estimated information about ingredients, calories, and nutritional values.
MealScan AI:
- Is not a medical service
- Is not a healthcare provider
- Is not a medical device
All outputs are AI-generated estimates for informational purposes only.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect:
- Email address
- Images uploaded by users
- IP addresses
- Technical data (browser type, device information, operating system, timestamps)
3. Purpose of Data Collection
We collect and use data to:
- Provide and operate the Service
- Automatically analyze uploaded images
- Improve functionality and performance
- Ensure security and prevent fraud or abuse
- Conduct analytics and usage monitoring
AI-generated information:
- Estimated dish names
- Estimated ingredients
- Estimated calories and macronutrients
- Health scores and confidence indicators
- Scan history (if enabled)
4. Image Processing
Uploaded images:
- Are processed automatically using AI systems
- May be temporarily stored to provide the Service
- May be deleted upon user request, subject to technical limitations
We do not guarantee accuracy of image recognition or analysis results.
5. Third-Party Services
We use third-party providers for:
- AI image processing
- Cloud hosting and infrastructure
- Analytics
- Payment processing (Paddle)
6. IP Addresses and Technical Data
IP addresses and technical data are used for security, fraud prevention, analytics, and service optimization.
7. Data Sharing
We do not sell personal data. Personal data may be shared with trusted service providers solely to operate and improve the Service.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to provide the Service or fulfill legal obligations.
9. Data Deletion Requests
You may request deletion of your personal data by contacting [email protected] or delete in your own dashboard.
10. Security
We apply reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data. However, no system can guarantee absolute security.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. California Notice (CCPA / CPRA)
We do not sell personal data.
California residents may request access or deletion of personal information.
13. Contact
Privacy-related inquiries may be sent to [email protected]