Privacy Policy for RoastfyMe App
Last Updated: January 8, 2026
Introduction
RoastfyMe ("we", "our", or "us") operates the RoastfyMe mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our App.
Information We Collect
1. Photos and Camera Access
- What we collect: Images you choose to upload from your device's gallery or capture using your device's camera
- How we use it: Photos are uploaded to our servers to generate personalized roast content within the app
- Storage: Photos are uploaded to our servers for processing. Photos are processed temporarily and are not intentionally retained by us after processing. However, short-term caching, server logs, or temporary storage as part of normal server operations may exist.
- Third-party sharing: Photos may be processed by third-party AI and image processing services used for content generation
- Required: Optional - only if you choose to upload a photo for roast generation
2. Purchase Information
- What we collect: Subscription and purchase data through RevenueCat
- How we use it: To manage your premium subscription status and provide premium features
- Third-party processor: RevenueCat handles all payment processing and subscription management
- Storage: Purchase data is stored securely by RevenueCat in accordance with their privacy policy
3. Device Information
- What we collect: Basic device information (device type, operating system version) for app functionality
- How we use it: To ensure app compatibility and provide technical support
- Storage: This information is not permanently stored
4. Advertising Identifier (IDFA/AAID)
- What we collect: Your device's Advertising ID (also known as AAID on Android or IDFA on iOS)
- How we use it: Used by Google AdMob to display personalized advertisements and measure ad performance
- Third-party processor: Google AdMob handles advertising services and automatically collects this identifier
- Storage: Advertising ID data is stored and processed by Google AdMob in accordance with their privacy policy
- Required: This data is automatically collected when ads are displayed. You can limit or reset your Advertising ID through your device settings
- Opt-out: You can opt-out of personalized ads at any time through your device settings:
- Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
- iOS: Settings → Privacy → Apple Advertising → Limit Ad Tracking
Permissions We Request
Camera Permission (android.permission.CAMERA)
- Purpose: Allows you to take photos directly in the app to generate roasts
- Required: Optional - only if you choose to take a photo instead of selecting from gallery
- When requested: Only when you tap the "Take Photo" button
Photo Library Access
- Purpose: Allows you to select existing photos from your device's gallery
- Required: Optional - only if you choose to upload a photo from gallery
- When requested: Only when you tap the "Choose from Gallery" button
Internet Access
- Purpose: Required to generate roast content and manage subscriptions
- Required: Yes, for core app functionality
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for:
- Core Functionality: Processing images to generate personalized roast content
- Premium Features: Managing subscription status and providing ad-free experience
- App Improvement: Understanding usage patterns to improve app performance
- Technical Support: Diagnosing and fixing technical issues
Data Safety Alignment
This Privacy Policy aligns with our Google Play Data Safety declaration. We collect the following data types as disclosed in Google Play Console:
- Advertising ID (Device ID): Collected and shared with Google AdMob for advertising purposes
- Purchase History: Collected and shared with RevenueCat for subscription management
- Photos: Collected (user-selected only) and processed by our backend services for app functionality
Data Storage and Security
- Photo Processing: Photos are uploaded to our servers for processing to generate roast content
- Photo Storage: Photos are processed temporarily and are not intentionally retained after processing. However, server logs or temporary caches may contain image data as part of normal operations
- Temporary Data: Any temporary data created during roast generation is deleted immediately after use
- Subscription Data: Managed securely by RevenueCat (see their privacy policy)
- Advertising Data: Advertising ID and related data is stored and managed by Google AdMob (see their privacy policy)
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
RevenueCat
Google Play Services
Google AdMob
- Purpose: Displaying advertisements in the free version of the app
- Data shared: Advertising ID (AAID/IDFA), device information, app usage data for ad targeting and performance measurement
- Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Opt-out: You can opt-out of personalized ads via your device settings (see Advertising Identifier section above)
Data Retention
- Photos: NOT retained permanently - uploaded temporarily for processing. However, server logs or temporary caches may contain image data as part of normal operations
- Subscription Data: Retained by RevenueCat as per their policies
- Advertising ID: Retained by Google AdMob as per their policies for ad targeting and analytics
- App Usage Data: Minimal usage data retained only for technical functionality
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request information about data we collect
- Deletion: Request deletion of your subscription data (contact RevenueCat)
- Opt-out of Ads: Opt-out of personalized advertising via device settings (Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization; iOS: Settings → Privacy → Apple Advertising → Limit Ad Tracking)
- Opt-out: Uninstall the app to stop all data collection
- Deny Permissions: Refuse camera/photo permissions (app will have limited functionality)
Children's Privacy
Our App is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted in the app and on this page. Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Summary
What we collect:
- Photos you choose to share (uploaded temporarily for processing, not stored permanently)
- Subscription/purchase information (via RevenueCat)
- Advertising ID (AAID/IDFA) for displaying ads via Google AdMob
- Basic device information for app functionality
What we DON'T do:
- Store your photos permanently on our servers (photos are processed temporarily, though server logs or temporary caches may exist as part of normal operations)
- Share your photos with third parties (except for AI and image processing services used to generate roasts)
- Track your location
- Access contacts or other personal data
- Sell your information
- Collect Advertising ID without disclosure (it's collected by AdMob for ads, as disclosed above)
Your control:
- You choose when to grant camera/photo permissions
- You can opt-out of personalized ads via device settings
- You can revoke permissions anytime in device settings
- You can uninstall the app anytime
Compliance
This Privacy Policy is designed to be consistent with applicable privacy laws including:
- Google Play Store policies
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), where applicable
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), where applicable
Note: We strive to comply with applicable privacy laws, but specific legal compliance requirements may vary by jurisdiction. If you have questions about your rights under GDPR, CCPA, or other applicable laws, please contact us.
By using RoastfyMe, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.