1. Introduction

Elle Kaen Ventures LLC. (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the VanityOS mobile application (the “App”).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use the App.

By using VanityOS, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

You may provide the following information when using the App:

• Account Information: Name, email address, authentication credentials (Apple Sign-In / Google Sign-In)
• Profile Information: Date of birth, gender identity, ethnicity
• Skin and Health Information: User-provided skin-related and lifestyle information, including skin condition details, acne characteristics, treatments, and habits
• Photos: Facial images and food photos captured through the App
• Chat Data: Messages and optional images shared with the AI assistant
• Food Logs: Food entries, timestamps, and related data

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device identifier (random UUID)
• Push notification token (if enabled)
• App preferences (e.g., language settings)

2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

We do not collect:

• Location data
• Contacts or address book data
• Browsing history across apps or websites
• Advertising identifiers (IDFA/GAID)
• Payment or financial information (processed by Apple App Store or Google Play)
• Raw voice recordings

Voice input is processed on your device by your operating system; we receive only transcribed text.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide AI-powered skincare insights and App features
• Generate personalized informational outputs
• Enable AI chat functionality
• Analyze food-related inputs
• Track user progress over time
• Authenticate accounts
• Send notifications (if enabled)
• Improve and maintain App functionality

We do not use your data for advertising or tracking purposes. We do not track users across third-party apps or websites.

4. Sensitive Data and Consent

The App collects data that may be considered sensitive, including:

• Skin condition data
• Facial images
• User-provided skin-related and lifestyle information
• Demographic data (e.g., gender identity, ethnicity)

We collect and process this data only with your explicit consent, which is obtained through clear in-app disclosures during onboarding and feature use. This data is used solely to:

• Provide personalized App features
• Generate insights and track progress
• Enable AI-powered functionality

We do not sell sensitive data or use it for advertising purposes.

Important: VanityOS is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data.

We share data only with service providers necessary to operate the App:

• AI Providers (e.g., OpenAI): To process user inputs solely for the purpose of generating App functionality. Data is not used by us for advertising or sold to third parties.
• Cloud Storage Providers (e.g., Cloudinary): To securely store images
• Authentication Providers (Apple / Google): For account login
• Push Notification Services (Expo): To deliver notifications
• Hosting Providers (Railway): To operate backend infrastructure

Data is shared only as necessary to provide App functionality. We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our legal rights and users.

6. Data Storage and Security

Storage

• Data may be stored locally on your device and on secure servers
• Certain data (e.g., images, account data) is stored on secure backend systems

Security Measures

We implement industry-standard safeguards, including:

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
• Authentication controls
• Secure storage practices

While we implement reasonable safeguards, no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

7. Data Retention

We retain data only as long as necessary to:

• Provide App functionality
• Comply with legal obligations

When you delete your account, personal data is deleted or anonymized within a reasonable timeframe (generally within 30 days, unless legally required otherwise).

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access your data
• Update your information
• Request deletion of your account and data
• Withdraw consent where applicable
• Disable permissions (camera, notifications, etc.) through your device settings

Account Deletion

You can delete your account:

• Directly within the App, or
• By contacting: support@vanityos.app

9. Children's Privacy

The App is intended for users aged 13 and older. If you are under the age of majority in your jurisdiction, you may only use the App with the involvement and consent of a parent or legal guardian.

If you are under the age of majority, your parent or legal guardian is responsible for your use of the App and any data you provide. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If such data is identified, it will be deleted.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries outside your residence (including the United States). We implement appropriate safeguards to protect your data in accordance with applicable laws.

11. Third-Party Services

Third-party services integrated into the App operate under their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before using those services.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of material changes by:

• Updating the “Last Updated” date
• Providing notice within the App

Your continued use of the App constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your privacy rights, contact: support@vanityos.app