Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Sake Scan ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address
• Name (optional)
• Profile photo (optional)
• Password (stored securely using industry-standard encryption)

Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use the Service:

• Device information (model, operating system, unique identifiers)
• Log data (access times, pages viewed, app crashes)
• Sake scanning history and ratings
• Reviews and comments you post

Camera and Photos

Our app requires camera access to scan sake labels. Photos are processed to identify sake bottles and are not stored on our servers unless you explicitly save them to your profile.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain the Service
• Identify sake bottles through image recognition
• Personalize your experience and recommendations
• Process and display your reviews and ratings
• Send you updates and notifications (with your consent)
• Improve our Service and develop new features
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service providers: Third parties that help us operate the Service (hosting, analytics, customer support)
• Other users: Your public profile, reviews, and ratings are visible to other users
• Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal information
• Export your data in a portable format
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Request restriction of processing
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. You can delete your account at any time through the app settings, which will remove your personal data within 30 days.

8. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for users under the age of 21 (or the legal drinking age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect information from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.