Privacy Policy.

Last Updated: 3/28/2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Nähren (“we”, “us”, or “our”). Nähren is a grocery price comparison and shopping list management app available on iOS and Android. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our mobile application (“App”). By accessing or using our App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1. Personal Data:

• Authentication Details: Email address, display name, and any other information you provide during registration.
• Location Data: GPS coordinates and derived ZIP code (via Expo Location API) used for matching nearby stores and providing localized content.
• User Preferences: Selected favorite stores, shopping frequency, weekly budget, notification settings, and referral codes.
• Usage Data: Details about how you interact with the App (e.g., items added to your shopping list, navigation patterns).

2.2. Non-Personal Data:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, and technical data that help us optimize the App’s performance.

3. Legal Bases and Your Rights

3.1. General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Lawful Basis: We process your personal data based on your consent (where applicable) and our legitimate interests in providing and improving the App.

Your Rights: Under GDPR, you have the right to access, correct, delete, restrict, or object to the processing of your data. You may also request data portability. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

3.2. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Your Rights: California residents have the right to know what personal data we collect, request deletion of your data, and opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. We do not discriminate against you for exercising any of these rights.

Data Access: Requests for data access or deletion can be submitted via our contact channels.

3.3. Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA):

Under 13: Our App is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under that age. Should we inadvertently collect such data, we will promptly delete it.

4. How We Use Your Information

• Service Provision: To power the core features of the App, including price comparison, shopping list management, and location-based store matching.
• Personalization: To offer personalized recommendations and tailor your experience.
• Communication: To send you account-related messages, updates, and promotional offers (if you have opted in).
• App Improvement: To analyze usage trends and improve our services and features.
• Legal Compliance and Safety: To comply with legal obligations, protect the rights and safety of our users, and enforce our policies.

5. Sharing and Disclosure of Your Information

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

• Service Providers: With third-party vendors (e.g., Supabase for backend services) under strict confidentiality agreements to help operate the App.
• Legal and Regulatory Requirements: When required by law or to respond to legal processes, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, provided the receiving party agrees to adhere to this Privacy Policy.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure.

7. Your Rights and Choices

• Access, Correction, and Deletion: You may review, update, or request deletion of your personal information via the App’s profile settings or by contacting us.
• Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving promotional communications. Instructions to unsubscribe are included in those communications.
• Permission Management: You may manage or revoke app permissions (such as location access) directly through your device settings.

8. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the European Economic Area (EEA), please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries with data protection laws that differ from those in your country. We take steps to ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection regulations.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our App is not designed for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal data from children under 13. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will promptly delete it.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date at the top will reflect any changes. We encourage you to periodically review this policy to stay informed about our data practices. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

• Email: support@nahren.app
• Address: 490 Barnett Shoals Road, Athens, GA 30605

12. External Hosting and Compliance

In addition to displaying this Privacy Policy within the App, we host the full text on our website at: https://nahren.app/privacy-policy. This external link is provided to meet the requirements of Apple App Store and Google Play Store listings, ensuring that users and regulators have consistent access to our privacy practices.