Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to FitWardrobe, your AI-powered personal styling assistant. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data.

AI Disclosure: FitWardrobe uses automated AI-based systems powered by Google Gemini 2.0 Flash for clothing analysis and Groq for conversational styling advice. All AI-generated outputs are provided for informational and entertainment purposes only and may not be accurate, complete, or suitable for all situations.

Privacy-First Architecture: FitWardrobe is built with a local-first approach. Your wardrobe data, including images and outfit combinations, is stored exclusively on your device. We do NOT upload, store, or access your wardrobe content on our servers.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Data Provided Directly by You

• Email Address: Required for authentication purposes only via Supabase
• Account Preferences: Display settings, AI preferences, user interface customization

2.2 Data You Create Within the App

The following data is created and stored locally on your device only (not on our servers):

• Wardrobe Items: Clothing descriptions, categories, colors, seasons, formality levels
• Clothing Images: Photos you upload or capture via camera
• Custom Tags: Personal labels and organization systems
• Outfit Combinations: Your saved outfit suggestions and favorites
• AI Chat History: Conversations with the AI styling assistant

2.3 Data Collected Automatically

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version (for app functionality and compatibility)
• Browser Type: Web browser version (web app only, for compatibility)
• App Version: FitWardrobe version number (for support and debugging)
• Download Events: Anonymous download tracking via Google Analytics (no personal identifiers)

2.4 Data We Do NOT Collect

• ❌ Browsing history outside FitWardrobe
• ❌ Location data (unless camera permissions include geotags in photos)
• ❌ Contact lists or phone data
• ❌ Financial information (app is 100% free)
• ❌ Social media profiles
• ❌ Behavioral tracking or user profiling

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the limited personal data we collect for the following purposes:

1. Authentication and Account Management: Your email address is used solely to create and manage your account via Supabase authentication.
2. AI-Powered Features:
   • When you use AI clothing analysis, your images are sent temporarily to Google Gemini 2.0 Flash API for processing.
   • When you request outfit suggestions, the wardrobe text data is processed by Groq to generate recommendations.
   • Images and text are NOT stored by Google, Groq, or FitWardrobe after processing (per standard API terms).
   • AI-generated tags and descriptions are returned to your device and stored locally.
3. Product Improvement: Anonymous usage analytics help us understand feature adoption and improve the app
4. Communication: We may send important service updates, security alerts, or beta program announcements to your email (you can opt out of non-critical emails)
5. Legal Compliance: We may process data to comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests from authorities

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

4.1 Third-Party Services We Use

FitWardrobe relies on the following third-party services:

4.2 What We NEVER Share

We do not sell, rent, or share the following data under any circumstances:

• ❌ Your wardrobe items or outfit combinations (stored locally only)
• ❌ Your clothing images (except temporary AI processing)
• ❌ Your personal measurements or style preferences
• ❌ Your email address (except to Supabase for authentication)
• ❌ Any data with advertisers, marketers, or data brokers

4.3 Legal Disclosures

We may disclose personal data if required by law, such as:

• Response to valid legal process (court orders, subpoenas)
• Compliance with government investigations
• Protection of our legal rights or safety of users

In such cases, we will notify you unless prohibited by law.

5. Data Retention

5.1 Server-Side Data (Email Only)

• Email Address: Retained in Supabase while your account is active
• Deletion: Email is permanently deleted within 30 days of account deletion request

5.2 Local Device Data (Wardrobe Content)

• Wardrobe Items & Images: Stored indefinitely on your device until YOU delete them
• Your Control: You can delete individual items, entire categories, or all wardrobe data at any time via the app's settings
• Uninstall: All local data is automatically deleted when you uninstall the app or clear browser data

5.3 AI Processing Data

• Images sent to Gemini API: Not stored after processing (per Google's API agreement).
• Text sent to Groq API: Not stored after processing (per Groq's standard privacy terms).
• AI-generated results: Stored locally on your device only.

6. Your Rights (DPDP Act 2023 Compliant)

Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (India) and global privacy standards, you have the following rights:

1. Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data (email address) stored by us
2. Right to Correction: Update or correct your email address via account settings
3. Right to Erasure: Delete your account and email address permanently
4. Right to Data Portability: Export your wardrobe data in JSON format at any time
5. Right to Withdraw Consent: Revoke consent for data processing by deleting your account
6. Right to Grievance Redressal: File complaints about data handling practices

How to Exercise Your Rights

• Export Data: Use the "Export Wardrobe" feature in the app (Settings → Export as JSON)
• Delete Account: Go to Settings → Account → Delete Account (or email us)
• File Complaints: Contact our Data Protection Officer at [email protected]

7. Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security practices to protect your data:

7.1 Technical Security

• Secure Connection: All data sent between your device and our services is encrypted (HTTPS).
• Safe Login: We use modern, industry-standard ways to keep your account secure.
• Local-First Architecture: Your sensitive wardrobe photos and details never leave your device, except for a few seconds during AI analysis.
• No Cloud Storage: We do not keep your photos or items on our servers.

7.2 Organizational Security

• Limited access to user email addresses (only via Supabase admin panel for support)
• Regular security audits of third-party dependencies
• Prompt vulnerability patching and updates

7.3 Your Responsibility

To protect your data, you should:

• Use a strong, unique password for your account
• Enable device lock screen security
• Keep your device operating system updated
• Regularly back up your wardrobe data using the export feature

7.4 Security Incident Response

In the unlikely event of a data breach affecting user email addresses, we will:

1. Notify affected users within 72 hours via email
2. Report the incident to appropriate authorities as required by law
3. Provide guidance on protective measures
4. Investigate and remediate the vulnerability

8. Children's Privacy

FitWardrobe is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at [email protected]. We will delete such information within 48 hours.

Age Requirement: By using FitWardrobe, you confirm that you are at least 13 years of age. Users between 13-18 should have parental consent.

9. International Users

FitWardrobe is developed and operated from India. Our primary legal compliance framework is based on Indian law (DPDP Act 2023).

9.1 For EU Users (GDPR Considerations)

While FitWardrobe is not specifically targeted at EU residents, we respect GDPR principles:

• Data minimization: We collect only essential data (email)
• Purpose limitation: Data used only for stated purposes
• Storage limitation: Data deleted upon account closure
• Data portability: Export feature available

9.2 Data Transfers

Your email address is stored by Supabase (servers in various global regions). By using FitWardrobe, you consent to international data transfers necessary for authentication services.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or new features.

Notification of Material Changes

• Email Notification: We will notify users via email for material changes (e.g., new data collection, sharing practices)
• In-App Notice: Material changes will be highlighted in the app
• Updated Date: The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will be revised

Version History

• v1.1 (February 25, 2026): Added Groq AI disclosure and hybrid workflow explanation.
• v1.0 (February 3, 2026): Initial policy published.

Continued Use: Your continued use of FitWardrobe after policy changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. If you do not agree, you may delete your account.

11. Contact Information

Data Protection Officer / Grievance Officer

Name: Aryan Panwar

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://fitwardrobe.me

Location: Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, India

Response Time

We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 7 business days. For urgent security concerns, we will respond within 48 hours.

Regulatory Authority (India)

If you are not satisfied with our response to your privacy complaint, you may contact the Data Protection Board of India (once established under DPDP Act 2023).