Privacy Policy for Metabyl AI

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, information collected automatically, and information from third parties, as described below:

1.1 Personal Information

When you use the App, we may collect the following personal information:

• Account Information: When you create an account, we may collect your name, email address, and a password.
• Health and Dietary Information: To provide personalized recipe suggestions and macro/micro recommendations, we may collect information about your health goals, dietary preferences, allergies, and other relevant details you choose to provide (e.g., weight loss goals, fitness level, or specific dietary restrictions).
• User Content: Any additional information you input, such as favorite recipes, meal plans, or feedback.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

We may collect certain information automatically when you use the App, including:

• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the App, such as features used, time spent on the App, and navigation patterns.
• Device Information: Information about your device, including device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers, advertising ID, and IP address.
• Analytics Data: We use third-party analytics tools to collect aggregated data about App usage to improve our services.

1.3 Information from Third Parties

If you choose to connect third-party services (e.g., fitness trackers or health apps) to the App, we may collect information from those services, such as activity data or nutritional preferences, subject to the third party's privacy policies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide personalized recipe recommendations and macro/micro nutrient suggestions based on your health goals and dietary preferences.
• Operate, maintain, and improve the App's functionality and user experience.
• Communicate with you, including responding to inquiries, sending updates, or providing customer support.
• Analyze usage trends to enhance the App's performance and develop new features.
• Ensure the security of the App and protect against fraud or unauthorized access.
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, analytics, or customer support. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, such as in response to a court order, subpoena, or other legal process.
• Business Transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, but we will notify you of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.
• With Your Consent: We may share your information with third parties if you explicitly consent to such sharing.

4. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. These measures include encryption, access controls, and secure servers. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

All user data collected by our app is encrypted in transit using industry-standard protocols.

5. Data Retention and Deletion

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. For example, we may retain your account information until you delete your account or stop using the App. Usage and analytics data may be retained in an anonymized form for longer periods to improve our services.

User Data Deletion:

We provide users with the ability to request deletion of their data. You can request deletion of your account and associated personal information by:

• Using the in-app data deletion feature in your account settings
• Contacting us at support@metabyl.com

Note that some information may be retained as required by law or for legitimate business purposes such as security, fraud prevention, or regulatory compliance.

6. Your Choices and Rights

You have certain rights and choices regarding your personal information:

• Access and Update: You can access and update your account information and preferences through the App's settings.
• Delete Your Data: You can request deletion of your account and associated personal information through the in-app settings or by contacting us at support@metabyl.com.
• Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving promotional communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications.
• Health Data: You can choose not to provide health or dietary information, but this may limit the App's ability to provide personalized recommendations.

If you are located in certain jurisdictions, such as the European Economic Area (EEA) or California, you may have additional rights under applicable data protection laws, including:

• The right to access, correct, or delete your personal information.
• The right to restrict or object to certain processing of your data.
• The right to data portability.
• The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@metabyl.com.

7. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete it as soon as possible.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in countries outside your country of residence, including the United States, where data protection laws may differ. We take steps to ensure that your information receives adequate protection in accordance with applicable laws, such as through standard contractual clauses or other safeguards.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

The App may contain links to third-party websites or services, such as fitness trackers or recipe databases. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you use.

10. Google Play Store Requirements

This App complies with Google Play Store's data safety requirements. The information disclosed in this privacy policy is consistent with our Data Safety Form submitted to Google Play Store. Users can view our data collection and sharing practices in the Data Safety section of our Google Play Store listing.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy in the App or through Google Play Store notifications. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last revised. Your continued use of the App after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: