Privacy Policy

1. Overview

transparent.fyi ("we", "our", "Service") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your information.

2. Data We Collect

2.1 Data Stored in Your Browser (localStorage)

We store minimal data locally in your browser:

• Disclaimer acknowledgment — Whether you've accepted our first-use disclaimer

2.2 Product Search Queries

Search queries are sent to Open Food Facts API. We do not log or store your search history on our servers.

2.3 Data We Do NOT Collect

• Personal identification information (name, email, address)
• Account credentials (we have no accounts)
• Cookies for tracking or advertising
• Location data
• Device identifiers

3. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party service:

4. How to Delete Your Data

Since all data is stored locally in your browser, you have full control:

• Clear all data: Clear your browser's localStorage for this site
• Reset disclaimer: Clearing localStorage will show the disclaimer again on your next visit

In most browsers: Settings → Privacy → Clear Browsing Data → Cookies and Site Data

5. Children's Privacy

This Service is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

6. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information we collect (see Section 2)
• Request deletion of your data (see Section 4)
• Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)

7. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Rectify inaccurate data
• Erase your data ("right to be forgotten")
• Restrict or object to processing
• Data portability

Since we store data locally in your browser, you can exercise these rights by clearing your localStorage.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.