This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you use the SavePantry application. It is written in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) applicable in Belgium and the European Union.
1. Data Controller
The data controller is:
SavePantry
Email: savepantry@outlook.com
2. Data We Collect
We only collect the data necessary to operate the app:
- Account data: email address.
- Usage data: IP address, device type, operating system, app usage time.
- Photos and camera: only if you take pictures of your products or recipes.
- Location: only if you enable location-based features.
3. Purpose of Processing
Your data is used to:
- Provide and improve the app.
- Manage your account and shopping lists.
- Send push notifications (if you consent).
- Analyze usage for statistics and security.
- Inform you about updates and new features.
4. Legal Basis
We process your data based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent (e.g., camera, location, notifications).
- Contract performance (normal use of the app).
- Legitimate interest (improving the app, ensuring security, preventing abuse).
5. Data Retention
- Your account data is kept as long as you use the app or until you delete your account.
- Technical logs (IP, usage) are stored for a maximum of 12 months.
- Photos and product data remain on your device unless you sync them with our cloud service.
6. Data Sharing
Your data may be shared only with:
- Our technical service providers (hosting, email, analytics).
- Authorities if required by law.
- Never for commercial purposes without your consent.
7. Your Rights (GDPR)
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:
- Right of access to your data.
- Right to rectification if inaccurate.
- Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”).
- Right to restrict processing.
- Right to data portability (receive your data in a structured format).
- Right to object (e.g., marketing).
To exercise your rights, contact us at: savepantry@outlook.com
You may also lodge a complaint with the Belgian Data Protection Authority (APD): https://www.gegevensbeschermingsautoriteit.be/
8. Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
9. Children
The app is not intended for children under 13. If we learn that a child has provided personal data without parental consent, we will delete it.
10. Changes
We may update this policy. The update date will be shown at the top of the page. You will be informed if major changes occur.
11. Contact
For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
savepantry@outlook.com