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Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 19, 2026

ShelfSeek is built with a simple principle: your shopping list is your business. This policy explains what data the app collects, why, and what we do (and don't do) with it.

Who we are

ShelfSeek ("the app," "we," "us") is an iOS application developed by an independent developer. If you have any questions about this policy, please contact us at hello@shelfseek.app.

The short version

• Your shopping lists, pantry items, and scanned receipts are stored on your device only.
• We do not sell, share, or monetize your personal data. Ever.
• We do not display ads.
• The only time data leaves your device is when you explicitly use the AI Smart Add feature, which sends the text you paste to our server so it can be parsed.
• Purchase history is managed by Apple — we never see your payment details.

What we collect and why

Data stored only on your device

The following is stored locally on your iPhone and is never transmitted to our servers:

• Your shopping list items (name, brand, quantity, price)
• Your pantry items and expiration dates
• Scanned receipt images and extracted totals
• Your preferred settings (haptic feedback, display name, avatar color)
• Usage counts for free-tier limits

This data remains on your device. If you delete the app, this data is deleted with it. We cannot recover it — we never had it.

Data processed by our servers

When you use the AI Smart Add feature, the text you paste (and only that text) is sent to our backend, which forwards it to Anthropic's Claude API to extract shopping items. The response is returned to your device and added to your list.

We do not log or store the text you paste, or the results returned. The request is ephemeral. Anthropic processes the text according to their own privacy policy.

Camera access

ShelfSeek uses your iPhone's camera for two features: scanning store shelves to find list items, and scanning receipts. All camera processing (text recognition, edge detection) happens on-device using Apple's Vision framework. Camera frames are never sent off your device.

Purchases and subscriptions

Subscriptions and one-time purchases are handled entirely by Apple's App Store and StoreKit. We receive a confirmation that you have an active entitlement but we never see your payment method, billing address, or Apple ID. You can manage or cancel subscriptions at any time in your iPhone's Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions.

Data we do not collect

We want to be explicit about this: ShelfSeek has no account system, no cloud sync, no analytics, no advertising SDKs, and no third-party trackers. We do not collect your name, email address, phone number, location, contacts, device identifiers, or browsing behavior. The app does not require or offer sign-in.

How long data is kept

Data on your device remains until you delete it manually or uninstall the app. Requests to our AI Smart Add backend are not logged and are processed ephemerally.

Your rights

Because we do not collect personal data on our servers, there is typically nothing to request, correct, or delete on our end. Data on your device is yours to manage via the app's "Clear Shopping History" option in the Profile tab, or by uninstalling the app.

If you are a California or EU resident and believe you have additional rights under CCPA or GDPR that are not covered above, please reach out and we'll respond within 30 days.

Children's privacy

ShelfSeek is not directed at children under 13 and does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If you believe a child has used the app, please contact us.

Changes to this policy

If we make meaningful changes to this policy, we'll update the "Last updated" date at the top and note the change in a future app update. For material changes, we'll do our best to notify you in-app.

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Terms of Use

Last updated: April 19, 2026

These terms govern your use of ShelfSeek ("the app"). By downloading or using the app, you agree to them. Please read carefully. If you don't agree, please don't use the app.

Using the app

ShelfSeek is a grocery shopping assistant for iOS. You may use the app for personal, non-commercial purposes. You agree not to:

• Use the app for any illegal purpose or in any way that disrupts its operation.
• Attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or extract the app's source code.
• Abuse the AI Smart Add feature with spam, automated scripts, or attempts to circumvent usage limits.
• Use the app in a way that interferes with other users or imposes excessive load on our services.

Free tier and premium subscriptions

ShelfSeek offers a free tier with limited access to some features, and optional premium subscriptions for unlimited access:

• Premium Monthly — $4.99 per month, auto-renewing until cancelled.
• Lifetime — $29.99 one-time purchase for lifetime access.

Subscription terms

Subscriptions auto-renew at the end of each billing period unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the renewal date. You can cancel any time through your iPhone Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions, or through the "Manage Subscription" option in the app's Profile tab. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current paid period — no refunds for partial months.

Subscription prices may change. If prices change, you'll be notified through Apple and given the opportunity to cancel before the new price applies.

Lifetime purchases

The Lifetime option is a one-time, non-subscription purchase. It grants access to all premium features for as long as the app is maintained and available on the App Store. "Lifetime" refers to the lifetime of the product, not yours. We intend to maintain the app indefinitely but make no guarantee of perpetual service.

Refunds

All purchases are processed by Apple. Refund requests should be made directly to Apple via reportaproblem.apple.com. We don't process refunds ourselves — we never see your payment.

AI Smart Add feature

AI Smart Add is a convenience feature powered by Anthropic's Claude API. Results are best-effort — the AI may occasionally misinterpret text, miss items, or produce unexpected results. Always review the generated list before shopping. We are not responsible for items missed, duplicated, or incorrectly categorized.

App Store terms

If you downloaded the app from Apple's App Store, you're also bound by Apple's standard End User License Agreement. You can view Apple's terms at this link.

Disclaimers

ShelfSeek is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind. We make no guarantee that the app will be uninterrupted, error-free, or fit for any particular purpose. Shelf scanning and text recognition depend on lighting, camera quality, product labeling, and other factors outside our control — results will vary.

We are not liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages arising out of your use of the app, including but not limited to missed items, incorrect prices, spoiled pantry items, or altered shopping experiences. Your total liability for any claim related to the app is limited to the amount you have paid us in the past 12 months.

Termination

You may stop using the app at any time. We may suspend or terminate access if you violate these terms or misuse the service. Subscriptions that you've paid for will continue until the end of their billing period unless cancelled for cause.

Changes to these terms

We may update these terms to reflect changes to the app or legal requirements. If we make material changes, we'll update the "Last updated" date and, where appropriate, notify you through the app. Continued use after changes means you accept the updated terms.

Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the state in which the developer resides, without regard to conflict-of-law principles. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of that jurisdiction.