Last updated: December 16, 2025This Privacy Policy explains how Dinner Diary (the “App”) handles information when you install and use the Android application published under the package name com.sluimer.dinnerdiary. If you do not agree with this policy, uninstall the App from your device.---ScopeThis policy applies only to the Dinner Diary Android application and the information stored or processed through the App. It does not cover external websites, recipe sources, advertisements, or any other third-party services you may open outside the App.Information We ProcessDinner Diary operates offline. The App does not require an account, does not include analytics, and does not transmit user-generated content to external servers.- Meal journal content – Meal titles, notes, ratings, tags, instructions, and timestamps are stored in a local Room (SQLite) database on your device.
- Photos – Images captured or imported remain inside the App’s private storage and are never uploaded by the App.
- Preferences – Feature toggles (such as smart suggestions) are saved locally using Android DataStore.Permissions- Camera – Requested only when you open the capture dialog. If you deny the permission, the rest of the App remains fully functional, but in-app photo capture is disabled.AdvertisingDinner Diary can display an adaptive banner using Google Mobile Ads (AdMob). When ads are enabled, Google may collect device-level information (for example, Advertising ID, approximate location, IP address, and app usage) to deliver, personalize, and measure ads under Google’s privacy policies. Learn moreHow Information Is Used- Preserve your meal history on-device.
- Display content inside the App, including insights, filters, and photo galleries.
- Show banner ads when AdMob is configured in production builds.The App does not otherwise analyze or monetize your personal data.Data Sharing and Transfers- User-generated content – Journal entries, notes, and photos are never shared with us or other third parties.
- Advertising – Device-level data processed by AdMob flows directly to Google; no other transfers occur.Data Retention and Deletion- Meal entries and photos remain on your device until you delete them, clear the App’s data, or uninstall the App.
- Maintenance tools within the App let you prune cached photos or optimize the database.
- Uninstalling Dinner Diary removes the local database and photo cache.SecurityBecause your data stays local, device security is essential. Enable a screen lock, keep your operating system updated, and avoid using Dinner Diary on shared or unsecured devices. The App does not create network backups of your data.Children’s PrivacyDinner Diary targets a general audience and does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you intend to distribute the App to child-directed audiences, ensure compliance with Google Play Families policies and disable personalized ads in AdMob.International ConsiderationsSince Dinner Diary does not transmit personal data to us, requests under laws such as GDPR or CCPA generally do not apply. You can manage or delete your data directly on your device through the App or by uninstalling it.Updates to This PolicyWe may revise this policy to reflect product, legal, or regulatory changes. The “Last updated” date above indicates the most recent revision. Continued use of the App after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.