Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters. Here's how we handle your data.
Last updated: January 2026
Information We Collect
EthicalScanner collects minimal data necessary to provide our service:
- Scan data: Barcodes you scan to look up products
- Device info: Basic browser and device information for compatibility
- Preferences: Theme selection stored locally in your browser
How We Use Your Data
We use collected data solely to:
- Provide product ethical scores and information
- Improve our service and data accuracy
- Generate anonymous usage statistics
Data Storage
Scan history and preferences are stored locally on your device. We do not maintain user accounts or store personal information on our servers unless you explicitly create an account.
Third Parties
We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes. We may use third-party services for hosting and analytics that comply with privacy regulations.
Your Rights
You can clear your local data at any time through your browser settings. For questions about your data, contact privacy@ethicalscanner.org