Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 1, 2025
PetScans ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.
Information We Collect
Information Stored Locally on Your Device
PetScans stores the following information locally on your device:
- Pet Profiles: Names, species, and allergen preferences you create for your pets
- Scan History: Products you have scanned, including barcodes, ingredient lists, and safety scores
- Favorites: Products you have marked as favorites
- App Preferences: Your settings and display preferences
This information is stored entirely on your device and is not transmitted to our servers or any third parties.
Camera and Photo Library Access
PetScans requests access to your device's camera and photo library for the following purposes:
- Camera: To scan product barcodes and capture images of ingredient labels
- Photo Library: To analyze ingredient labels from photos you have already taken
Images captured or selected are processed locally on your device. We do not upload, store, or transmit your photos to external servers.
Information We Do Not Collect
PetScans is designed with privacy in mind. We do not:
- Collect personal identifying information (name, email, phone number)
- Require account creation or login
- Track your location
- Use analytics or tracking services
- Collect usage data or behavioral information
- Share any data with third parties
- Display advertisements
Data Storage and Security
All data created within PetScans is stored locally on your device using iOS secure storage mechanisms. We do not maintain servers that store your personal data.
Because your data remains on your device:
- You have complete control over your information
- Deleting the app removes all associated data
- Your data is protected by your device's security features (passcode, Face ID, Touch ID)
Third-Party Services
PetScans may reference external databases for ingredient information and product lookups. These lookups are performed anonymously and do not include any personal or identifying information from your device.
Children's Privacy
PetScans does not knowingly collect information from children under 13 years of age. The app does not require any personal information to function.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Your Rights
Since all data is stored locally on your device, you have full control over your information. You can:
- View all stored data within the app
- Delete individual scan records or pet profiles
- Clear all app data through Settings
- Uninstall the app to remove all associated data
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at: