Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 31, 2025
Version: 1.0

Overview

This Privacy Policy describes how FoodDiary ("we," "us," "our," or "the App") collects, uses, stores, and protects your information when you use our iOS mobile application. FoodDiary is designed as a personal meal tracking app that stores all user data exclusively in your private iCloud account using Apple's CloudKit framework.

Important: We cannot access any data stored in your personal CloudKit private database. Your meal tracking data, photos, and calendar information remain entirely under your control and within your personal iCloud storage.

Information We Collect and Store

2.1 Data Stored in Your Personal iCloud (CloudKit)

When you use FoodDiary, the following information is stored directly in your personal iCloud account through CloudKit's private database:

• Meal entries: Food descriptions, meal times, and dates you track
• Food photos: Images you add to document your meals (stored as CloudKit assets)
• Calendar data: Your personal meal tracking calendar (independent of iOS Calendar app)
• App settings: Your preferences and configuration choices
• CloudKit record identifiers: Technical identifiers necessary for data synchronization across your devices

2.2 Third-Party Analytics Data Collection

To improve FoodDiary and provide the best possible service, we use third-party analytics services to collect limited usage information:

Analytics Data Collected:

• Feature usage patterns: Which app features are used most frequently (anonymized)
• App performance metrics: Crash reports, load times, and technical performance data
• General usage statistics: App launch frequency, session duration, screen views
• Device information: Device type, operating system version, app version (for compatibility analysis)
• Error diagnostics: Technical information to identify and fix bugs
• User interaction data: Tap events, navigation patterns within the app (anonymized)

Third-Party Analytics Services: We may use reputable third-party analytics platforms to process this data, which may include but are not limited to industry-standard analytics providers. These services help us understand how users interact with our app to improve functionality and user experience.

Important Notes About Third-Party Analytics:

• Analytics data is processed by our third-party analytics partners according to their respective privacy policies
• Data shared with analytics services is anonymized and cannot be traced back to you personally
• No personal information, meal data, or photos are included in analytics
• Analytics data is used solely for app improvement purposes
• You can opt-out of analytics collection through your device settings

2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

• Personal identification information (name, email, phone number)
• Location data or GPS coordinates
• Contact information or address book access
• Payment information (handled exclusively by Apple)
• Your actual meal content, photos, or personal food diary entries
• Data from other apps or cross-app tracking

2.4 No Login Required

FoodDiary does not require account creation or login credentials. The app uses your existing Apple ID authentication for CloudKit access, which is handled entirely by Apple's secure systems.

How We Use Your Information

3.1 Core App Functionality

Your personal data stored in CloudKit is used exclusively for:

• Displaying your meal history and calendar
• Synchronizing data across your Apple devices signed into the same iCloud account
• Enabling you to track and review your food diary entries
• Providing the calendar interface for viewing past meal entries

3.2 Third-Party Analytics Purposes

Analytics data collected through third-party services helps us to:

• Improve app performance: Identify and fix technical issues and crashes
• Enhance user experience: Understand which features are most valuable to users
• Develop new features: Plan future improvements based on usage patterns
• Optimize app functionality: Make the app faster and more reliable
• Provide better service: Ensure the app meets user needs effectively
• Monitor app stability: Track app crashes and performance issues across different devices

3.3 No Data Processing for Marketing or Advertising

We do not:

• Use your personal data for marketing purposes
• Share data with advertising networks for targeted advertising
• Sell any information to third parties
• Use data for cross-app or cross-site tracking
• Process data for commercial purposes beyond app improvement

Data Storage and Security

4.1 CloudKit Private Database Architecture

All personal user data is stored in your CloudKit private database, which means:

• Only you can access your data through devices authenticated with your Apple ID
• Data is encrypted in transit using industry-standard TLS encryption
• Apple manages all server-side security and encryption
• We have no access to decrypt or view your personal data
• Data remains part of your personal iCloud storage allocation

4.2 Third-Party Analytics Data Storage

Analytics data is handled by our third-party analytics partners as follows:

• Data is anonymized before being transmitted to analytics services
• Analytics partners store data on secure servers with industry-standard encryption
• Data is governed by the privacy policies and security practices of our analytics partners
• Analytics data cannot be linked back to individual users or personal information
• We work only with reputable analytics providers who meet industry security standards

4.3 Local Device Storage

Some data may be temporarily cached on your device for app performance, but:

• Local data is protected by iOS security features
• Data is encrypted using device-level encryption
• Temporary cache is cleared when you delete the app

Data Sharing and Third-Party Partners

5.1 No Personal Data Sharing

We do not share your personal meal tracking data because:

• We cannot access data stored in your CloudKit private database
• Your meal tracking information remains completely private
• No marketing or advertising partners have access to your personal information

5.2 Third-Party Analytics Partners

We share limited, anonymized usage data with our analytics partners for the following purposes:

• App improvement: Understanding user behavior to enhance functionality
• Performance monitoring: Tracking app stability and technical issues
• Feature optimization: Analyzing which features are most useful to users

Analytics Partner Responsibilities:

• Analytics partners are contractually required to protect user data
• They may only use data for the specific analytics purposes outlined
• Partners must comply with applicable privacy laws including GDPR and CCPA
• Data sharing agreements include strict confidentiality and security requirements

5.3 Legal Compliance

Even if legally required to provide user data, we cannot access personal information stored in your CloudKit private database due to Apple's encryption and security architecture. Analytics data may be subject to legal disclosure requirements as governed by our analytics partners' privacy policies.

Your Privacy Rights and Data Control

6.1 Complete Data Ownership

You have full ownership and control over your personal

• All meal tracking data belongs to you and is stored in your personal iCloud account
• You can access all your data directly through the app
• You can delete individual meal entries or all data at any time
• Data synchronization can be disabled through iOS settings

6.2 Analytics Opt-Out and Control

You can control third-party analytics collection through multiple methods:

iOS Settings:

• Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Analytics & Improvements
• Turn off "Share iPhone Analytics" to stop system-level analytics sharing
• Disable "Improve Siri & Dictation" if you don't want voice data shared

App-Level Controls:

• Check app settings for analytics opt-out options
• Contact us to request analytics opt-out for your device
• Your choice does not affect core app functionality

Third-Party Analytics Opt-Out:

• You may be able to opt-out directly through our analytics partners' websites
• Links to opt-out mechanisms are available upon request

6.3 Data Portability and Export

• Your meal data can be exported through the app's export functionality
• Photos are stored in standard formats within CloudKit
• You can manually backup or transfer your data as needed
• Analytics data cannot be exported as it's aggregated and anonymized

6.4 Data Deletion

To delete your

• Personal meal data: Delete individual entries through the app interface or clear all app data through iOS Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > FoodDiary
• Analytics data: Cannot be specifically deleted as it's already anonymous and aggregated, but you can opt-out to stop future collection
• Deleted personal data is permanently removed from CloudKit within Apple's standard timeframes

Apple App Store Compliance

7.1 App Privacy Labels

In accordance with Apple's App Privacy requirements:

• Data Types Collected: Usage Data (through third-party analytics)
• Data Linked to You: None (meal data stays in your private CloudKit)
• Data Used to Track You: None (analytics are not used for cross-app tracking)
• Third-Party Data: Usage analytics shared with analytics partners for app improvement

7.2 Privacy Manifest Declaration

As required by Apple's privacy manifest requirements:

• Third-party analytics: Used for app functionality improvement and performance monitoring
• UserDefaults API: Used for app functionality to store user preferences
• No cross-app tracking: Analytics are not used to track users across different apps
• Third-party SDK compliance: All analytics SDKs include required privacy manifests and signatures

7.3 Third-Party SDK Requirements

In compliance with Apple's third-party SDK requirements:

• All analytics SDKs used include privacy manifest files
• SDKs are properly signed when used as binary dependencies
• We declare all required reason APIs used by third-party analytics SDKs
• Analytics partners provide necessary privacy documentation for App Store compliance

International Data Transfers

8.1 CloudKit Global Infrastructure

Your personal data may be stored in Apple data centers worldwide as part of iCloud infrastructure, but:

• All transfers are governed by Apple's data protection standards
• Data remains encrypted and under your control
• Apple complies with international data transfer regulations including GDPR adequacy decisions

8.2 Third-Party Analytics Data Transfers

Analytics data may be processed globally by our analytics partners:

• Data transfers comply with applicable data protection laws
• Analytics partners implement appropriate safeguards for international transfers
• Data cannot identify you personally even when transferred internationally
• We work with partners who comply with GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy regulations

Children's Privacy

9.1 Age Requirements

• FoodDiary is suitable for users of all ages
• For children under 13, parental consent is managed through Apple's Family Sharing features
• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children directly
• Analytics data collection is anonymized and not targeted at children specifically

Compliance with Privacy Laws

10.1 GDPR Compliance (European Users)

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access: View all your personal data through the app interface
• Rectification: Edit or correct meal entries directly in the app
• Erasure: Delete your personal data at any time
• Portability: Export your data in standard formats
• Restriction: Disable iCloud sync to stop personal data processing
• Object: Opt-out of analytics collection through device settings or by contacting us

Legal Basis:

• Personal data processing: Your consent when enabling iCloud sync and contractual necessity for core app functionality
• Analytics data processing: Legitimate interest in app improvement (can be opted out)

10.2 CCPA Compliance (California Users)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

• We do not sell or share personal information for monetary consideration
• Analytics data shared with third parties is for service provision purposes only
• You have the right to know what information is collected (detailed above)
• You can opt-out of analytics data collection
• You cannot be discriminated against for exercising privacy rights
• Personal meal data cannot be linked to you by us or our analytics partners

Updates to This Privacy Policy

11.1 Policy Changes

• We may update this policy to reflect app changes, new analytics partners, or legal requirements
• Material changes will be communicated through in-app notifications
• Changes to analytics partnerships will be disclosed in policy updates
• Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance of changes
• Policy version and effective date are clearly marked at the top

11.2 Notification of Changes

When we make material changes to this privacy policy, we will notify you through:

• In-app notifications when you next open the app
• Push notifications (if enabled)
• At least 14 days advance notice when possible
• Email notification if you have provided contact information

Contact Information

12.1 Privacy Questions

For questions about this Privacy Policy, your privacy rights, or our analytics practices:

Email: team@cloudnet.dev Subject Line: "FoodDiary Privacy Inquiry"
Response Time: We respond within 30 days

12.2 Data Subject Requests

To exercise your privacy rights:

1. Email us with your specific request
2. Include sufficient information to verify your identity
3. Specify which rights you wish to exercise (personal data or analytics opt-out)
4. We will respond within applicable legal timeframes

12.3 Analytics Partner Information

For questions about how our analytics partners handle your data, we can provide:

• Links to analytics partners' privacy policies
• Information about analytics opt-out procedures
• Details about data sharing agreements with analytics providers