Privacy Policy

At Nalam ("we," "our," or "us"), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App") and website.

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

Permissions & Sensitive Data

To provide you with the full functionality of Nalam as your AI House Manager, we request access to specific device features. Here is how and why we use them:

Camera

We require camera access to allow you to:

Scan food items and barcodes to automatically update your inventory.
Capture images of receipts for expense tracking and inventory validation.
Take photos of your pantry or fridge for AI analysis.

These images are processed to extract relevant data (e.g., product names, expiration dates) and are not used for any other purpose.

Location

We request location access to:

Identify nearby supermarkets and grocery stores for your shopping lists.
Provide localized delivery options and pricing where available.

Location data is used only when you are actively using features that require it (e.g., "Find stores near me").

Microphone / Audio Recording

We request microphone access to enable:

Voice commands to interact with Nalam hands-free (e.g., "Add milk to my shopping list").
Conversational AI features that allow you to speak naturally to the app.

Audio is recorded only when you activate the microphone feature and is processed solely for the purpose of understanding your commands.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personally identifiable information, such as your name, email address, and household preferences when you register for an account or update your profile.

Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you access the App, including your device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers, and information about how you interact with the App.

Health & Inventory Data

Information you provide about your household inventory, dietary preferences, and meal plans is stored to provide you with personalized recommendations and management features.

How We Use Your Information

Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information in the following situations:

Data Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical security measures to help protect your personal information. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Your Rights

You have the right to access, update, or delete the information we have on you. If you wish to exercise these rights, please contact us.