Legal Notice

Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 20, 2026

1. Information We Collect

Account Information: When you register, we collect your email address and display name.

Scanning Data: Product images and scanning results you submit, including environmental impact data and recyclability information.

Usage Data: Points earned, challenges completed, streak data, and app interaction metrics.

Device Information: Camera access (only when scanning), device type, and operating system for optimal app performance.

2. How We Use Your Information

Provide product scanning and environmental impact analysis
Track your sustainability progress and award points
Personalize eco-tips and recommendations
Enable community features while maintaining anonymity
Send notifications about your streaks and achievements
Improve our AI scanning accuracy and recommendations

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Community Posts: Content you share is visible to other users with an anonymous display name.

Third-Party Services: We use secure cloud services for data storage and AI processing. We do not sell your personal data.

Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect user safety.

4. Camera and Image Privacy

Camera access is only used when you actively scan a product. Images are temporarily uploaded for analysis and may be stored with your scan history.

You control what you scan and share. Images are not accessed or used outside the scanning feature without your explicit action.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

Encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS)
Secure cloud storage with access controls
Regular security audits and updates

6. Your Rights

Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
Correction: Update or correct your personal information
Opt-Out: Disable notifications or community features at any time

7. Children's Privacy

EcoEcho is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover such data, we will delete it promptly.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies for authentication and app functionality. We may use analytics to improve user experience but do not use tracking cookies for advertising.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted here with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance.

10. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us at:

support@ecoecho.app

We will respond to privacy requests within 30 days.