Privacy Policy for ScanMyPills
Last Updated: December 29, 2025
Overview
ScanMyPills ("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 iOS application.
Information We Collect
1. Account Information
- Email Address: Used for account creation and authentication via Firebase Auth
- User ID: Automatically generated identifier to link your data securely
2. Health Information
- Medication Names: Pills and supplements you scan or manually add
- Dosages: Strength and quantity information
- Schedules: Timing and frequency of medications
- Interaction Warnings: Safety alerts we generate for your medications
3. Photos
- Pill Images: Photos you take to identify medications
- Important Note: Photos are processed for text recognition only and are not permanently stored. They are deleted immediately after processing.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information solely to provide app functionality:
- Authentication: Verify your identity and secure your account
- Medication Tracking: Store and display your pill schedule
- Interaction Detection: Analyze potential drug interactions for your safety
- Notifications: Remind you to take medications on schedule
- Data Sync: Keep your information accessible across your devices
What We DON'T Do
- ❌ We do NOT sell your data to third parties
- ❌ We do NOT use your data for advertising
- ❌ We do NOT share your health information with anyone
- ❌ We do NOT permanently store pill photos (processed and deleted immediately)
- ❌ We do NOT track you across other apps or websites
Data Storage and Security
- All data is stored securely using Firebase/Firestore services operated by Google LLC
- Your health information is encrypted in transit and at rest
- We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data
- Only you can access your medication data through your authenticated account
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: View all data we store about you within the app
- Delete: Remove your account and all associated data at any time
- Export: Request a copy of your data by contacting us
- Correct: Edit or update your medication information anytime
Data Retention
- Account data is retained until you delete your account
- Deleted accounts and all associated data are permanently removed within 30 days
- Pill photos are deleted immediately after processing (not stored)
Children's Privacy
ScanMyPills is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
Medical Disclaimer
ScanMyPills is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult healthcare professionals before making medication decisions.
Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted with a new "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the app constitutes acceptance of updates.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Firebase Authentication: For secure account creation (Google LLC)
- Firebase Firestore: For encrypted data storage (Google LLC)
- VisionKit: For on-device text recognition (Apple Inc.)
These services have their own privacy policies:
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data:
Email: whyjidesign@gmail.com
By using ScanMyPills, you agree to this Privacy Policy.