Mealzy Privacy Policy
Introduction
Welcome to Mealzy. We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our policy is written in clear, plain language to ensure transparency.
Data Controller
Mealzy is operated by Axion AI Lab. For privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at team@axionailab.com.
For any concerns regarding our data practices, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
Data Protection Officer (DPO)
If applicable, our DPO is responsible for overseeing data protection strategies and ensuring compliance. Contact the DPO at info@axionailab.com.
Information We Collect
We collect and process the following personal data:
Camera Data
Images captured via your device's camera when taking pictures of food.
Social Login Information
When you sign up or log in via Google or Apple, we collect your unique user ID and associated email address.
Usage Data
Information about your interactions with our app (e.g., features used, session durations).
Device Information
Details about your device, including model, operating system, and unique identifiers.
Purpose and Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
Core Features
Purpose: To capture and store images of food.
Legal Basis: Consent (which you may withdraw at any time).
Account Management
Purpose: To create and manage your user account using social login details.
Legal Basis: Performance of a contract.
Service Improvement
Purpose: To analyze usage data and enhance app functionality and user experience.
Legal Basis: Legitimate interests.
Security and Integrity
Purpose: To monitor device information and ensure the security of our app.
Legal Basis: Legitimate interests.
Data Protection by Design and Default
We integrate data protection principles into the development of our services, ensuring that privacy is built into the system from the start. Access to personal data is restricted to those who need it to perform their job functions.
Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:
Service Providers
Trusted third parties who support app development, hosting, analytics, and customer support.
Legal Authorities
When required by law or to protect our rights and safety.
International Data Transfers
Should we transfer your data outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we will ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:
Camera Data
Stored until you delete the image or your account.
Social Login Information
Retained as long as your account is active.
Usage and Device Data
Retained for up to 12 months for analytical purposes, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
Data Breach Notification
In the unlikely event of a data breach, we will notify affected individuals and the relevant supervisory authority without undue delay, as required by GDPR.
Your Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Access
Request access to your personal data.
Rectification
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Erasure
Request deletion of your personal data.
Restriction
Request a limitation on the processing of your data.
Portability
Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Objection
Object to data processing on grounds related to your particular situation.
Withdraw Consent
Revoke your consent at any time (this does not affect the lawfulness of prior processing).
Data Security
We use appropriate technical and organizational measures—including encryption, access controls, and secure servers—to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
Children's Privacy
Our app is not intended for individuals under the age of 12. We do not knowingly collect data from children without parental or guardian consent.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated via our app or other channels. We encourage you to review the policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your personal data.
Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights, please contact us at contact@axionailab.com. You also have the right to contact your local data protection authority.