Privacy Policy
Effective Date: February 10, 2026
Affordly ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App"). Please read this policy carefully. By using Affordly, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
- Email Address: When you create an account, we collect your email address. Your email is used for account verification, password resets, and support communications.
- Password: We store your password securely using industry-standard encryption (bcrypt hashing).
- Receipt Images: Photos of grocery receipts that you upload or capture using your device's camera.
- Scan History: Extracted item names, quantities, prices, AI-generated savings tips, and spending category breakdowns from your scanned receipts, stored securely on our servers.
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
- Usage Data: App interactions, feature usage, scan frequency, and preferences.
- Analytics Data: Aggregated, anonymized data about how users interact with the App to improve our services.
2. How We Use Your Information
2.1 Email Communications
We use your email address for the following purposes:
- Account Verification: To verify your identity when you create an account
- Password Resets: To send secure password reset links when requested
- Support Communications: To respond to your questions and support requests
- Service Updates: To notify you about important changes to the App or your account
We send transactional emails through Gmail SMTP. We do not sell your email address or send promotional emails without your consent.
2.2 Receipt Processing with AI
Important: We use Google's Gemini AI service to perform optical character recognition (OCR) on your receipt images and generate AI-powered savings tips. When you scan a receipt, the image is transmitted securely to Google's servers for processing. Google processes this data according to their own privacy policies. Receipt images are processed in real-time and are temporarily stored only during processing, then deleted immediately after analysis is complete.
2.3 Core App Functionality
- Extract item names, prices, and categories from your receipt images
- Generate AI-powered savings tips and spending insights based on your purchases
- Provide a spending category breakdown for each scanned receipt
- Store your scan history securely on our servers (Neon Postgres) for your reference
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With third-party services that help us operate the App (Google Gemini for OCR, Gmail for transactional emails, analytics providers).
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process.
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with notice to you.
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information.
4. Data Retention
- Receipt Images: Transmitted securely for AI processing and deleted immediately after analysis is complete. We do not permanently store your receipt images on our servers.
- Scan History: Stored securely on our servers (Neon Postgres). You can delete individual insights or your entire history at any time through the App.
- Account Information: Retained until you delete your account or request deletion.
- Email Address: Retained while your account is active. Deleted within 30 days of account deletion request.
5. Your Rights and Choices
7.1 Access and Portability
You can view all your receipt data directly in the App. Contact us to request a copy of your data in a portable format.
7.2 Account Deletion
You can delete your account and all associated data at any time through the App:
- Go to Settings in the App
- Scroll to the Danger Zone section
- Tap "Delete My Account"
- Confirm the deletion when prompted
When you delete your account, the following data is permanently removed:
- Your account information and email address
- All scan history and insights
- Any stored preferences
You will receive a confirmation email after your account is deleted. Data deletion is permanent and cannot be undone. All data is deleted within 30 days of your request.
You can also request account deletion by emailing us at abrahimworkmail@gmail.com.
7.3 Correction
You can update your account information through the App settings.
7.4 Opt-Out
You can opt out of analytics collection through your device settings or by contacting us.
6. GDPR Compliance (European Users)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Legal Basis: We process your data based on consent (for receipt scanning), contract performance (providing the service), and legitimate interests (improving the App).
- Data Transfer: Your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States. We use appropriate safeguards for such transfers.
- Right to Object: You may object to processing based on legitimate interests.
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: You may file a complaint with your local data protection authority.
- Data Protection Officer: Contact us at abrahimworkmail@gmail.com for data protection inquiries.
7. CCPA Compliance (California Users)
If you are a California resident, under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt-out of the "sale" of personal information (we do not sell your data)
- Non-discrimination for exercising your CCPA rights
To exercise these rights, contact us at abrahimworkmail@gmail.com.
8. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
Affordly is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will delete it promptly. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 18, please contact us immediately at abrahimworkmail@gmail.com.
9. Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information, including:
- Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
- Secure password hashing (bcrypt) for account credentials
- Limited access to personal data by employees
- Regular security assessments
- Secure email transmission via Gmail SMTP with TLS
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Third-Party Services
Our App uses the following third-party services, each with their own privacy policies:
- Google Gemini AI: For receipt OCR, categorization, and AI-powered savings tips - Google Privacy Policy
- Gmail SMTP: For transactional emails - Google Privacy Policy
- Neon: For secure database hosting of account information and scan history - Neon Privacy Policy
- Fly.io: For application hosting - Fly.io Privacy Policy
- Apple App Store / Google Play: For app distribution
11. App Store Compliance
This App complies with Apple App Store Review Guidelines and Google Play Developer Program Policies regarding data collection, privacy, and user consent. We provide clear disclosure of data practices and obtain appropriate consent before collecting personal information.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy in the App and updating the "Effective Date." Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or need to request data deletion, please contact us:
Email: abrahimworkmail@gmail.com
Privacy Inquiries: abrahimworkmail@gmail.com
Support: Visit our Support page