Introduction
PlantWatch ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account Information: Email address and password for authentication
- Plant Data: Plant names, species, photos, care schedules, and notes
- Timeline Events: Care logs, watering schedules, and activity history
Automatically Collected Information
- Device Information: Device type, operating system version
- Usage Data: App interactions, features used, and error logs
- Photos: Plant photos you upload for identification and tracking
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and maintain the PlantWatch service
- Identify plants using AI (PlantNet API)
- Generate care recommendations using AI (Claude API)
- Send care reminder notifications
- Sync your plant data across devices
- Improve app functionality and user experience
- Respond to support requests
Data Storage and Security
- Local Storage: Plant data is stored locally on your device using SQLite
- Cloud Sync: Data is synced to Supabase (PostgreSQL) for backup and multi-device access
- Photos: Thumbnails stored locally and in Supabase Storage
- Encryption: All data transmitted over HTTPS; passwords hashed using bcrypt
- Access Control: Row-level security ensures you can only access your own data
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
These services have their own privacy policies governing their use of your information.
Data Retention
- Active Accounts: Data retained while your account is active
- Account Deletion: You can delete your account at any time. All personal data will be permanently deleted within 30 days
- Local Data: Remains on your device until you uninstall the app
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Delete your account and data
- Export your data in JSON format
- Opt-out of care reminder notifications
- Withdraw consent for data processing
Children's Privacy
PlantWatch is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or in-app notification.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at gduplessy@punchdev.net.
Your Consent
By using PlantWatch, you consent to this Privacy Policy.