Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 25, 2026

Bao ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what data we collect, why, and how we use it.

1. Data We Collect

When you sign up for early access, we collect:

Email address — to notify you when Bao launches.

When you use the Bao app (once launched), we may collect:

Food photos — processed by AI to estimate nutritional content. Photos are not stored permanently unless you choose to save them.
Nutrition logs — your meal history, macros, and goals.
Device information — iOS version, device model, and app version for bug fixes and compatibility.

2. How We Use Your Data

To provide AI-powered nutrition coaching and food recognition.
To send you launch notifications and product updates (email).
To improve food recognition accuracy and app performance.

3. Data We Do Not Collect

We do not sell your data to third parties.
We do not serve ads or share data with ad networks.
We do not track you across other apps or websites.

4. Data Storage & Security

Your data is stored securely on Cloudflare's infrastructure. Email addresses are stored in encrypted databases. We use HTTPS for all data transmission.

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following services:

Cloudflare — hosting, analytics, and data storage.
Apple App Store — for app distribution and in-app purchases.

6. Your Rights

You can request to:

View all data we hold about you.
Delete your account and all associated data.
Unsubscribe from emails at any time.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy as the app evolves. Significant changes will be communicated via email or in-app notification.

8. Contact

Questions? Email [email protected].