Privacy Policy

Welcome to Plack! Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Plack collects, uses, stores, and protects your information when you use our app. The app is currently available on the iOS App Store: Plack: Microplastics Scanner .

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

a. Information You Provide

• Account Information: If you sign in with Google or Apple, we collect your email and name.

b. Automatically Collected Information

We may collect technical information such as:

• Device information (e.g., operating system, device type).
• Usage data to understand how you interact with the app and improve the user experience.

c. Third-Party Providers

We use the following third-party services that may collect and store your data:

• Expo: For app development.
• Supabase: For backend data storage.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and improve the app's features.
• Send marketing emails, which you can opt out of at any time.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements.

3. AI and Data Usage

Plack leverages AI to scan product images. We do not train our AI services on your personal data.

4. Independence and Transparency

Plack Scoring Information: Our Plack score is independent of any food brands. Brands cannot pay to influence their scores.

Data Sources: Our insights are derived from multiple reliable food data providers, including:

• Open Food Facts: We utilize the Open Food Facts API, an open and collaborative food products database, to retrieve product information and ingredients.
• PlasticList: For specific data on plastic chemicals in foods:

PlasticList. 'Data on Plastic Chemicals in Bay Area Foods'. plasticlist.org. Accessed Jan 23, 2025.

5. Your Rights

a. Access and Update Information

You can update or access your personal information in the app.

b. Delete Your Account

You can delete your account at any time via the app's settings page or contacting: getplack@gmail.com

c. Opt-Out of Marketing Emails

You can opt out of receiving marketing emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in the email or contacting us at getplack@gmail.com.

6. Security

We implement industry-standard measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

7. Contact Us

For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

Email: getplack@gmail.com

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be effective when posted in the app.

9. Disclaimer

Plack is not a certified nutritionist or an authoritative source for source for nutrition advice. Always consult qualified professionals for dietary and health-related decisions. Please do your own research regarding diet pracitces.