Grocerlist Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are

Grocerlist (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a mobile application operated by Grocerlist LLC. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the Grocerlist app (the “App”). For privacy questions or concerns, contact us at support@grocerlistapp.com.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the data necessary to operate and improve the App:

• Account Information: Your email address, encrypted password, and verified status. Your email may be shown on your profile within the App.
• User Submissions: Products, prices, stores, and timestamps for when items are submitted, reviewed, or approved.
• Technical Data: Minimal device metadata (such as OS type or crash logs) to help improve performance.
• ZIP Code Information: When you provide your ZIP code, we convert it into approximate latitude and longitude to show nearby stores. We do not track or store live GPS data.
• Analytics: We use Supabase logs, Google Analytics, and Firebase to monitor usage patterns and app performance.
• Future Features: When image submissions are introduced, those images will be stored and moderated by our team before being visible to others.

3. How We Use Your Information

• To operate, maintain, and improve the Grocerlist App.
• To compare grocery prices and show stores near your ZIP code.
• To verify accounts and maintain security.
• To send important account or policy updates (we do not send newsletters or marketing emails).
• To generate aggregated insights (e.g., “top listed products by ZIP code”) for analytics and advertising purposes, never tied to individual users.
• To comply with legal obligations and respond to lawful requests.

4. Data Sharing, Service Providers & Aggregated Insights

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. However, we rely on trusted third-party providers to operate the Grocerlist App, including:

• Supabase: Authentication, hosting, and database storage.
• Expo & Firebase: App delivery, diagnostics, and performance monitoring.
• Google Analytics: Analyzes general app usage trends.

These partners process data in accordance with their own privacy policies. We require all providers to use secure practices and to access data only as needed to support Grocerlist.

Aggregated & Anonymized Data

Grocerlist LLC may create, use, or share aggregated and anonymized data — information that cannot identify any individual user. This may include insights such as:

• Popular products in a ZIP code or city
• General pricing trends by region
• Number of active users in a given market
• Store-level or category-level analytics

We may share or license these aggregated insights with retailers, brands, researchers, or other business partners.Aggregated data never includes personal information or anything that identifies individual users.

5. Data Retention & Deletion

• User emails are retained for up to 1 year after account deletion for fraud prevention and potential reactivation.
• Submitted product, store, and pricing data remain the property of Grocerlist and are stored indefinitely for analytics and app functionality.
• Server logs and analytics data are retained for up to 24 months and may be anonymized afterward.

6. Data Security

Grocerlist uses Supabase’s security protocols, including encrypted data transmission and password hashing. Access to user data is restricted to authorized administrators only. While we use industry-standard protections, no system can guarantee absolute security. You use Grocerlist at your own discretion.

7. Intended Audience & International Use

Grocerlist is intended for use in the United States only. By using the App, you consent to your data being processed and stored in the United States. We do not currently serve users in other regions.

8. User Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal information. To do so, contact us at support@grocerlistapp.com. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe, consistent with applicable laws.

9. Children’s Privacy

Grocerlist does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe your child has created an account without your consent, please contact us for immediate deletion. Users aged 13–17 must have permission from a parent or guardian.

10. Policy Updates & Notifications

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect operational or legal changes. When we do, we will notify users by both email and in-app notice. Continued use of the App after updates means you accept the new terms.

11. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us at support@grocerlistapp.com.