Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 15, 2026
Buddi ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.
Summary: We collect only what's necessary to make Buddi work for you. We don't sell your data. You can delete your account and data at any time.
Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us when you:
- Create an account: Email address, username, and password
- Set up your profile: Display name, profile photo (optional), and location (optional)
- Add plants: Plant photos, names, species, and care settings
- Use sensors: Soil moisture data, watering history, and device identifiers
- Interact with the community: Posts, comments, and votes
Automatically Collected Information
When you use Buddi, we automatically collect:
- Device information: Device type, operating system, and app version
- Usage data: Features used, time spent in app, and interaction patterns
- Sensor data: Light meter readings (stored locally unless you choose to save them)
- Crash reports: Technical information to help us fix bugs
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve Buddi's features
- Send you care reminders and notifications (which you can customize)
- Analyze plant health using AI (photos are processed securely)
- Enable social features like sharing your garden and community posts
- Respond to your support requests
- Protect against fraud and abuse
Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in these circumstances:
- With your consent: When you choose to share your garden or posts publicly
- Service providers: With trusted partners who help us operate the app (cloud hosting, analytics)
- Legal requirements: If required by law or to protect our rights
Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored securely using Amazon Web Services (AWS) with encryption at rest and in transit. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information.
Plant photos and sensor data are associated with your account. Community posts are visible to other users based on your privacy settings.
Your Rights and Choices
You have control over your data:
- Access: View all your data in the app's Profile and Settings sections
- Update: Edit your profile and plant information at any time
- Delete: Remove individual plants, posts, or your entire account
- Export: Contact us to request a copy of your data
- Notifications: Customize or disable notifications in Settings
Account Deletion
You can delete your account at any time by going to Profile → Settings → Delete Account. This will permanently remove:
- Your profile and account information
- All plant data and photos
- Sensor data and watering history
- Community posts and comments
Alternatively, you can email us at help.buddi.app@gmail.com to request account deletion.
Children's Privacy
Buddi is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
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 in the app and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:
Email: help.buddi.app@gmail.com