Almost all of your data stays on your device. The only things transmitted off your device are food photos (for AI scanning) and food search queries (to fetch nutrition data). We do not sell your data. We do not have a backend database storing your personal health information.
CalFriendly LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") operates the CalFriendly mobile application ("Application"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share information when you use our Application.
By using the Application, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
When you set up the Application, you provide:
All onboarding data is stored locally on your device in encrypted storage (AsyncStorage). We do not transmit this data to our servers.
All meal log data is stored locally on your device. We do not sync, back up, or transmit your meal history to our servers.
When you photograph food for AI analysis, the photo is transmitted over HTTPS to Anthropic, Inc. (our AI provider) for the purpose of generating a nutritional estimate. The photo is not stored or retained by CalFriendly LLC beyond displaying the scan result. Anthropic's handling of data submitted to their API is governed by Anthropic's own privacy policy.
When you type a food name in the search bar, the search text is transmitted to USDA FoodData Central (a U.S. government public database). If you scan a barcode, the UPC code is transmitted to Open Food Facts (an open-source public database). These queries do not include your name, account information, health status, or any personally identifying information.
Your subscription status (free or Pro) is stored locally on your device. If you subscribe through the Apple App Store or Google Play, payment information is handled entirely by Apple or Google. We never receive, see, or store your credit card or payment details.
The Application is built with Expo, which may collect anonymous device diagnostic information (device type, OS version, crash reports) to support app stability. This data is anonymized and not linked to your identity.
| Data | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Onboarding (name, weight, height, goal) | Calculate personalized calorie targets; display in profile |
| Diabetic status | Enable/disable sugar alert features |
| Meal logs | Display daily macro progress; show weekly/monthly trends |
| Food photos | Generate AI nutritional estimates via Anthropic |
| Food search queries | Fetch nutrition data from USDA / Open Food Facts |
| Subscription status | Enable or restrict premium features |
We do not use your information for advertising, marketing, or profiling.
All personal health data is stored locally on your device using AsyncStorage. This means:
| Service | Data Shared | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Anthropic, Inc. | Food photos during AI scan | AI nutritional analysis |
| USDA FoodData Central | Food search text | Retrieve nutritional data |
| Open Food Facts | Product barcode (UPC) | Packaged food nutrition |
| Apple App Store | Payment info (handled entirely by Apple) | Subscription billing |
| Google Play Store | Payment info (handled entirely by Google) | Subscription billing |
| Expo | Anonymous device diagnostics | App stability |
All network requests are transmitted over HTTPS. Data stored locally on your device is protected by your device's built-in security (passcode, biometrics). We do not operate a server that stores your health data, which eliminates the risk of a centralized data breach.
The Application is intended for users 18 years of age and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 13. If you believe a minor has used the Application, contact us immediately.
All data collected during onboarding and meal logging is accessible directly within the Application (Profile tab and daily log view).
To delete all data, uninstall the Application. All locally stored data is permanently deleted. You can also update your onboarding data (weight, goal, name) at any time in the Profile tab.
If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act including the right to know, the right to delete, and the right to opt out of the sale of your data. We do not sell personal data — no opt-out required. To exercise your rights, contact us at the address in Section 13.
If you are a Canadian resident, your personal information is handled in accordance with PIPEDA and applicable provincial privacy legislation. You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of personal information. Given that all personal health data is stored locally on your device, access and deletion can be performed directly through the Application or by uninstalling it.
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. When material changes are made, we will notify you via in-app notice or email at least 14 days before the changes take effect.
For privacy questions, data requests, or to exercise your rights:
CalFriendly LLC
Email: calfriendly.app@hotmail.com
Mailing Address: 7101 Yarish Rd, Alger, MI 48610, United States
Response time: within 3 business days.