Privacy Policy for PureCheck

Last updated: June 2026

This Privacy Policy is provided by Pixster Studio, the developer and operator of PureCheck (the "App"), a product ingredient and barcode scanning application. It explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information. By installing or using the App, you agree to the practices described here. If you do not agree, please do not use the App. For questions, contact us at feedback@pixsterstudio.com.

1. Where This Policy Applies

This Privacy Policy applies to PureCheck and all related services operated by Pixster Studio. The data practices described here are consistent with our Google Play Data Safety section declaration.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to provide and improve PureCheck's features:

Account information — your email address and credentials when you register.
Product scan data — barcodes you scan and products you add are processed to retrieve ingredient information. Scan data is not retained on our servers beyond what is necessary to serve the result.
Voice input — when you use Ask AI voice input, your spoken words are converted to text in the moment. Audio is not stored or recorded continuously.
Device and technical information — device model, OS version, app version, crash reports, and anonymised usage analytics collected to maintain and improve the App.
Advertising identifier — your Android Advertising ID may be accessed for ad relevance and measurement. You may opt out at any time via device Settings → Google → Ads.

We collect only the information necessary to provide and improve PureCheck's features:

Account information — your email address and credentials when you register.
Product scan data — barcodes you scan and products you add are processed to retrieve ingredient information. Scan data is not retained on our servers beyond what is necessary to serve the result.
Voice input — when you use Ask AI voice input, your spoken words are converted to text in the moment. Audio is not stored or recorded continuously.
Device and technical information — device model, OS version, app version, crash reports, and anonymised usage analytics collected to maintain and improve the App.
Advertising identifier — your Android Advertising ID may be accessed for ad relevance and measurement. You may opt out at any time via device Settings → Google → Ads.

3. Device Permissions

PureCheck requires the following permissions. User-Granted permissions require your explicit approval and can be revoked at any time via device Settings. Auto-Granted permissions are approved by the system automatically.

CAMERA — User-Granted (Runtime Permission)

Used by: Barcode Scanner, Add Product, AI Product Scan, Profile Photo

Accesses your camera to scan product barcodes, capture product images for AI analysis, and set profile photos. Camera is accessed only when you initiate one of these actions — never in the background. Images submitted for AI product scanning are transmitted to our servers for product identification only, processed ephemerally, and not retained. Before the system permission prompt appears, the App displays an in-app explanation of what will be accessed and why. You may revoke this permission at any time via device Settings.

RECORD_AUDIO — User-Granted (Runtime Permission)

Used by: Ask AI Voice Input

Accesses your microphone solely to convert speech to text when you tap the microphone button in Ask AI. Audio is not recorded continuously, not stored on your device or our servers, and not transmitted for any purpose beyond the immediate conversion. Before the system permission prompt appears, the App displays an in-app explanation. You may revoke this permission at any time via device Settings.

POST_NOTIFICATIONS — User-Granted (Android 13+)

Used by: App Notifications, Firebase Push Notifications

Used to send you app updates and Firebase Cloud Messaging push notifications. On Android 13 and above, you will be prompted to grant this permission. You may enable or disable notifications at any time in device Settings. Notification content will never include your health data or product scan history.

INTERNET — Auto-Granted (No User Prompt)

Used by: Core App Functions

Required for all online functionality — product data retrieval, user data sync, Ask AI, image loading, authentication, and subscription processing. All data transmitted between the App and our servers is encrypted in transit using HTTPS/TLS.

ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE — Auto-Granted (No User Prompt)

Used by: Offline Handling, Connectivity Monitoring

Checks whether the device is online or offline so the App can display appropriate messages and manage network operations accordingly. No personal data is collected through this permission.

VIBRATE — Auto-Granted (No User Prompt)

Used by: Scanner Haptics, UI Feedback

Provides short tactile feedback when you scan a product or interact with supported UI controls. No data is collected or transmitted through this permission.

In-App Disclosure Note: For CAMERA and RECORD_AUDIO, the App displays an in-app screen explaining what will be accessed, why it is needed, and how data will be handled before the system permission prompt is shown.

CAMERA — User-Granted (Runtime Permission)

Used by: Barcode Scanner, Add Product, AI Product Scan, Profile Photo

RECORD_AUDIO — User-Granted (Runtime Permission)

Used by: Ask AI Voice Input

POST_NOTIFICATIONS — User-Granted (Android 13+)

Used by: App Notifications, Firebase Push Notifications

INTERNET — Auto-Granted (No User Prompt)

Used by: Core App Functions

ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE — Auto-Granted (No User Prompt)

Used by: Offline Handling, Connectivity Monitoring

Checks whether the device is online or offline so the App can display appropriate messages and manage network operations accordingly. No personal data is collected through this permission.

VIBRATE — Auto-Granted (No User Prompt)

Used by: Scanner Haptics, UI Feedback

Provides short tactile feedback when you scan a product or interact with supported UI controls. No data is collected or transmitted through this permission.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect solely for the following purposes:

To provide the App's core features — product lookup, barcode scanning, AI product analysis, and Ask AI.
To maintain and improve the App — using anonymised, aggregated analytics data to understand usage and fix issues.
To send notifications — where you have granted notification permission, to deliver app updates and alerts.
To serve relevant advertising — using your Android Advertising ID to deliver interest-based ads and measure campaign effectiveness, in compliance with Google Play's Ads policy.
To manage your account — maintaining your account, preferences, and subscription status.
To comply with legal obligations — responding to lawful requests, detecting fraud, and enforcing our terms.

Legal bases for processing: We process data as necessary to perform our agreement with you; on the basis of legitimate interests (analytics, fraud prevention, App improvement); and with your consent where required (microphone, camera, notifications). You may withdraw consent at any time via device Settings or by contacting us.

We use the information we collect solely for the following purposes:

To provide the App's core features — product lookup, barcode scanning, AI product analysis, and Ask AI.
To maintain and improve the App — using anonymised, aggregated analytics data to understand usage and fix issues.
To send notifications — where you have granted notification permission, to deliver app updates and alerts.
To serve relevant advertising — using your Android Advertising ID to deliver interest-based ads and measure campaign effectiveness, in compliance with Google Play's Ads policy.
To manage your account — maintaining your account, preferences, and subscription status.
To comply with legal obligations — responding to lawful requests, detecting fraud, and enforcing our terms.

5. Third-Party SDKs and Services

The App integrates the following third-party services, each operating under its own privacy policy:

Firebase Analytics (Google LLC) — anonymised app usage analytics. Google Privacy Policy
Firebase Cloud Messaging (Google LLC) — push notification delivery where you have granted notification permission.
Google Play Services (Google LLC) — core Android platform services including licensing and billing.
Advertising SDKs — the App may use advertising SDKs (such as Google AdMob) to display interest-based ads using your Android Advertising ID. You may opt out of personalised ads at any time via device Settings → Google → Ads.

We do not sell your personal information to any third party. We may share limited technical and anonymised data with service providers solely to operate the App, under strict confidentiality obligations.

The App integrates the following third-party services, each operating under its own privacy policy:

Firebase Analytics (Google LLC) — anonymised app usage analytics. Google Privacy Policy
Firebase Cloud Messaging (Google LLC) — push notification delivery where you have granted notification permission.
Google Play Services (Google LLC) — core Android platform services including licensing and billing.
Advertising SDKs — the App may use advertising SDKs (such as Google AdMob) to display interest-based ads using your Android Advertising ID. You may opt out of personalised ads at any time via device Settings → Google → Ads.

6. Data Storage and Security

Product scan data is processed to retrieve ingredient information and is not retained on our servers beyond what is necessary to serve the result.

AI product scan images are transmitted to our servers, processed ephemerally for product identification, and are not stored.
Voice input audio is converted to text ephemerally and is never stored.
Account data and preferences are stored on our servers for as long as your account remains active.
Anonymised analytics data is retained for the period needed to generate reports and then deleted.
Crash reports and error logs may be retained as needed for App maintenance and legal compliance.

Encryption in transit: All data transmitted between the App and our servers is encrypted using industry-standard HTTPS/TLS protocols.

Product scan data is processed to retrieve ingredient information and is not retained on our servers beyond what is necessary to serve the result.

AI product scan images are transmitted to our servers, processed ephemerally for product identification, and are not stored.
Voice input audio is converted to text ephemerally and is never stored.
Account data and preferences are stored on our servers for as long as your account remains active.
Anonymised analytics data is retained for the period needed to generate reports and then deleted.
Crash reports and error logs may be retained as needed for App maintenance and legal compliance.

Encryption in transit: All data transmitted between the App and our servers is encrypted using industry-standard HTTPS/TLS protocols.

7. Location Data

PureCheck does not request or collect your device's precise or approximate location. No location permission is declared or used by the App.

8. Account Deletion

If you have created a PureCheck account, you may request deletion of your account and all associated data at any time:

By email: Send a deletion request to feedback@pixsterstudio.com from your registered email address.

Upon deletion, all personal data associated with your account will be permanently removed from our servers. We may retain limited data for legal, fraud prevention, or regulatory compliance purposes where required.

If you have created a PureCheck account, you may request deletion of your account and all associated data at any time:

By email: Send a deletion request to feedback@pixsterstudio.com from your registered email address.

9. Data Retention

We retain data only as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected. Account data is retained while your account is active and deleted upon a verified deletion request. Anonymised analytics data is deleted after the corresponding reports are generated. Crash logs and error reports are retained as needed for App stability and legal compliance.

10. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

Access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Correction — request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Deletion — request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
Restriction — request that we limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.
Portability — receive your data in a structured, transferable format.
Withdraw Consent — withdraw consent at any time for processing based on consent (e.g. microphone, camera, notifications).

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at feedback@pixsterstudio.com.

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

Access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Correction — request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Deletion — request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
Restriction — request that we limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.
Portability — receive your data in a structured, transferable format.
Withdraw Consent — withdraw consent at any time for processing based on consent (e.g. microphone, camera, notifications).

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at feedback@pixsterstudio.com.

11. European Economic Area, UK, and Switzerland (GDPR)

If you are located in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, the following applies under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Lawful bases: We process your data on the basis of performing our contract with you, our legitimate interests (analytics, fraud prevention, App improvement), and your consent (for camera, microphone, and notification access).
International transfers: Data may be transferred to servers outside the EEA, including the United States. Such transfers are conducted under appropriate safeguards including Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.
Supervisory authority: You have the right to lodge a complaint with the data protection supervisory authority in your country of residence.

If you are located in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, the following applies under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Lawful bases: We process your data on the basis of performing our contract with you, our legitimate interests (analytics, fraud prevention, App improvement), and your consent (for camera, microphone, and notification access).
International transfers: Data may be transferred to servers outside the EEA, including the United States. Such transfers are conducted under appropriate safeguards including Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.
Supervisory authority: You have the right to lodge a complaint with the data protection supervisory authority in your country of residence.

12. California Residents (CCPA / CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the following additional rights:

Right to Know — request information about what personal data we collect, use, disclose, and sell.
Right to Delete — request deletion of your personal data, subject to certain exceptions.
Right to Opt Out of Sale — we do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Right to Non-Discrimination — we will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

To exercise your CCPA rights, contact us at feedback@pixsterstudio.com.

If you are a California resident, you have the following additional rights:

Right to Know — request information about what personal data we collect, use, disclose, and sell.
Right to Delete — request deletion of your personal data, subject to certain exceptions.
Right to Opt Out of Sale — we do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Right to Non-Discrimination — we will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

To exercise your CCPA rights, contact us at feedback@pixsterstudio.com.

13. Children's Privacy

PureCheck is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us at feedback@pixsterstudio.com and we will promptly delete such information.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes that affect your rights or obligations, we will notify you via an in-app message when you next open the App and update the "Last updated" date at the top. Your continued use of the App after notification constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

15. Contact Us

Pixster Studio — Developer and Operator of PureCheck
Email: feedback@pixsterstudio.com

For privacy requests, account deletion, or data inquiries, please email us with the subject line "Privacy Request" and the email address associated with your account.

Pixster Studio — Developer and Operator of PureCheck
Email: feedback@pixsterstudio.com

For privacy requests, account deletion, or data inquiries, please email us with the subject line "Privacy Request" and the email address associated with your account.