Privacy Policy for Halal Check

Last updated: December 30, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Halal Check ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and discloses your information when you use our mobile application (the "Service").

By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

Camera and Photos

Our app requires access to your device's camera to:

These images are processed in real-time to provide the service. We do not store these images on our servers after analysis is complete, nor do we use them for facial recognition or other biometric identification.

Usage Data

We may collect information that your device sends whenever you use our Service. This may include:

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

3. Third-Party Services

We employ third-party companies and services to facilitate our Service. These third parties have access to your personal or usage information only to perform these tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

We do not sell or share personal data for monetary consideration.

Google AdMob

We use Google AdMob to display advertisements. Google may use your device's Advertising ID to show personalized ads based on your interests. You can opt-out of personalized advertising by visiting your device's settings (e.g., "Opt out of Interest-Based Ads" or "Opt out of Ads Personalization").

By using the app, you consent to the use of advertising technologies as described above.

For more information, please visit the Google Advertising Privacy & Terms.

Google Gemini AI

We use Google's Gemini AI API to analyze the text of ingredient lists. The text data extracted from your camera scan is sent to Google's servers for processing. This data is used solely for the purpose of analyzing the ingredients and is subject to Google's data processing terms.

4. Data Retention

We retain your scan history locally on your device. You can clear this data at any time via the app settings. We do not store your personal scan history on our external servers.

5. Children's Privacy

Our Service does not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal or usage information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with such information, please contact us so that we will be able to do necessary actions.

6. Security

The security of your data is important to us, but remember that no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal or usage information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Disclaimer

The Halal status provided by this application is based on automated analysis of ingredients and barcode databases. While we strive for accuracy, this does not constitute a religious fatwa or official certification. Users are advised to verify the physical packaging for official Halal certification logos and consult with religious authorities for definitive rulings.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

This policy is governed by applicable data protection laws.