Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how our mobile application ("we," "our," or "the App") handles information when you use our application available on Android and iOS platforms.

1. Introduction and Scope

This is a plant identification and care management application. This Privacy Policy applies to all users of the App on both Android and iOS devices. By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Do NOT Collect

We want to be transparent about what we do not collect:

• Personal identifiers (name, email, phone number, address)
• Account credentials (no account creation required)
• Location data (despite permission declaration, not actively collected)
• Contact information
• Financial information
• Health information
• Browsing history
• Search history outside the app
• Device identifiers for tracking purposes

3. Information Stored Locally on Your Device

The following information is stored locally on your device using SQLite database and local storage:

• Plant Photos: Images you capture or select for plant identification
• Garden Collection: Plants you save to your personal garden
• Custom Data: Custom names, notes, and groups you assign to plants
• Care Reminders: Reminder schedules you create
• Notifications: In-app notification history
• App Preferences: Settings and preferences

Important: This data never leaves your device. If you uninstall the app, all data is permanently deleted.

4. Permissions Explained

Our app requires certain permissions to function. Here is a complete disclosure of all permissions:

Android Permissions (AndroidManifest.xml)

Permission	Purpose	Data Access
CAMERA	Take photos of plants for identification	Camera access only when you use the camera feature
READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE	Access existing photos from your gallery	Read-only access to photos you select
WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE	Save plant images locally on your device	Write access only to app-specific storage
INTERNET	Display advertisements and access plant database	Network access for ads and data retrieval
ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE	Check internet connectivity status	Network status information only

iOS Permissions (Info.plist)

Permission	Purpose	Data Access
NSCameraUsageDescription	Take photos of plants for identification	Camera access only when you use the camera feature
NSPhotoLibraryUsageDescription	Select plant images from your photo library	Read-only access to photos you select
NSLocationWhenInUseUsageDescription	Declared for potential weather-based care features	Not currently collected or used

5. Third-Party Services and SDKs

Our app uses the following third-party services:

5.1 Google AdMob (Advertising)

We use Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may collect certain information:

• What AdMob May Collect: Device advertising ID, IP address, device information, ad interaction data
• Purpose: Display relevant advertisements and measure ad performance
• Your Control: You can opt out of personalized ads:
  • Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
  • iOS: Settings → Privacy → Advertising → Limit Ad Tracking
• AdMob Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

5.2 Firebase Services (Optional)

Firebase Crashlytics and Firebase Messaging are configured but optional:

• Firebase Crashlytics: Collects crash logs and device state at time of crash (no personal information)
• Firebase Messaging: Configured for push notifications (not actively used)
• Purpose: Improve app stability and performance
• Firebase Privacy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

5.3 Other Dependencies

The app uses the following packages that do not collect personal data:

• SQLite: Local database storage on device
• GetX: State management (no data collection)
• Flutter Local Notifications: Local notifications only
• Shared Preferences: Local app settings storage
• Image Picker: Access to camera and gallery (no data transmission)
• Camera: Camera functionality (no data transmission)

6. Data Storage and Security

6.1 Local Storage

All your data is stored locally on your device using:

• SQLite database for plant collection and care data
• Local file system for plant images
• Shared Preferences for app settings

6.2 No Cloud Sync

We do not sync your data to any cloud servers. Your plant photos and garden data never leave your device.

6.3 Security Measures

• Data is protected by your device's security features (passcode, biometric authentication)
• No data transmission to external servers (except ads)
• No user authentication or account system

7. Children's Privacy

This app is suitable for all ages and does not knowingly collect any information from children under 13 years of age.

7.1 COPPA Compliance (USA)

We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). Since we do not collect any personal information from any users, we do not collect information from children.

7.2 GDPR-K Compliance (EU)

We comply with GDPR requirements for children's data protection. No personal data is collected from users of any age.

7.3 Age Rating

• Google Play: Rated for Everyone
• Apple App Store: Rated 4+

8. Your Rights and Choices

8.1 Access Your Data

All your data is accessible within the app at any time through the My Garden section.

8.2 Delete Your Data

You can delete your data in the following ways:

• Delete individual plants from your garden within the app
• Android: Settings → Apps → [App Name] → Storage → Clear Data
• iOS: Delete the app to remove all data

8.3 Opt Out of Personalized Ads

• Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
• iOS: Settings → Privacy → Advertising → Limit Ad Tracking

8.4 Disable Notifications

You can disable care reminder notifications through your device settings.

9. Data Retention

Since all data is stored locally on your device, we do not have any data retention policies. Your data remains on your device until you choose to delete it or uninstall the app.

10. International Users

This app is available worldwide. Since we do not collect or transfer any personal data, there are no international data transfer concerns. All data remains on your local device regardless of your location.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date
• We will notify users through an in-app notification for significant changes
• Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance

12. Legal Compliance

This Privacy Policy complies with:

• GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) - European Union
• COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act) - USA
• CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) - California, USA
• Google Play Developer Program Policies
• Apple App Store Review Guidelines

13. No Sale of Personal Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade any personal information because we do not collect any personal information.

14. Consent

By downloading and using this app, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

15. Contact Us

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