Privacy & Data Use Policy

Our Commitment to Privacy

At Skin Scan Genius, we take your privacy seriously. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our skincare product analysis service.

Information We Collect

Personal Profile Information

To provide personalized product recommendations, we collect:

• Skin type and concerns (e.g., dry, oily, sensitive, acne-prone)
• Age range and skin goals
• Known allergies and ingredient sensitivities
• Product preferences and routines

Product Scan Data

When you scan products, we collect:

• Product images and barcode information
• Product names, brands, and ingredient lists
• Your ratings and reviews of products
• Products saved to your routines and favorites

Usage Information

We automatically collect:

• Device information (type, operating system, browser)
• App usage patterns and feature interactions
• Search queries and browsing history within the app
• Technical data for performance monitoring and bug fixes

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide personalized product analysis and recommendations
• Score products based on your unique skin profile
• Help you build and manage skincare routines
• Identify potentially problematic ingredients for your skin
• Improve our algorithms and service quality
• Send you relevant updates and educational content (with your consent)
• Ensure security and prevent fraud

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication and access controls
• Regular security audits and updates
• Limited employee access to personal data
• Secure cloud infrastructure with Supabase

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data only in these limited circumstances:

• With your explicit consent
• With service providers who help us operate our platform (under strict confidentiality agreements)
• When required by law or to protect rights and safety
• In anonymized, aggregated form for research and analytics

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your data
• Export your data in a portable format
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Withdraw consent for data processing

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@scangeni.us

Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. You can request data deletion at any time, and we will remove your information within 30 days, except where required by law to retain it.

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or by email. Your continued use of our service after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us: