SnapSensei

Effective date: June 25, 2026 · Provided by code vibe

SnapSensei ("the app", "we", "us") helps travelers understand photos of menus, signs, machines, and everyday situations by generating an AI explanation and a short phrase to show local staff. This page explains what data the app handles and the terms under which you may use it. It is hosted online so it can be kept current without requiring an app update.

Privacy Policy

1. What we process, and why

Photos you scan. When you take or choose a photo, the image is sent to our processing backend and to Google's Gemini AI service to generate the explanation and staff phrase, which are then shown to you. Images are processed only to produce that result. We do not store your photos on our servers after the request is processed.
Scan results on your device. The text of your results (the explanation, phrases, and tips) is saved locally on your device only, so you can review past scans. You can clear this history at any time in Settings → Clear history. We do not receive a copy of your on-device history.
Anonymous account identifier. The app signs you in with an anonymous Firebase account — a random identifier with no name, email, or contact details. We use it to enforce the daily free-scan limit and to remember your Pro entitlement.
Usage and entitlement records. We store minimal records tied to your anonymous identifier (e.g., your daily scan count and whether Pro is active and until when) so the service works correctly.
Approximate location (optional). If you grant location permission, the app detects your destination country on your device. Only the resulting country (not your coordinates) is sent with a scan, to tailor the local-language phrase. You can decline and choose your destination manually instead.
Purchases. Subscriptions and passes are processed by Google Play. We verify your purchase receipt with Google to unlock Pro. We never receive your payment card or billing details.
Abuse prevention. We use Firebase App Check (Play Integrity) to confirm requests come from the genuine app and to protect the service from abuse.

2. Service providers

We rely on Google services to run the app: Google Firebase (anonymous authentication, database, hosting, App Check), the Google Gemini API (to analyze images), and Google Play (to process purchases). Your data is handled by these providers under their own terms and privacy policies. We do not sell your data, and we do not use your photos to build advertising profiles.

3. Data retention

Photos are not retained on our servers after processing. Your scan history lives on your device until you clear it or uninstall the app. Anonymous usage and entitlement records are kept only as long as needed to operate the free tier and your subscription.

4. Your choices

Clear your on-device history any time in Settings.
Decline location permission and pick your destination manually.
Manage or cancel subscriptions in Google Play.
To request deletion of data associated with your anonymous identifier, contact us at the email below.

5. Children

SnapSensei is not directed to children under 13 (or the minimum age in your country), and we do not knowingly collect data from them.

6. Changes

We may update this policy and will revise the effective date above. Material changes will be reflected here.

Terms of Service

1. The service

SnapSensei provides AI-generated estimates for general guidance only. Results may be incomplete or wrong. It is not a medical, legal, dietary, or safety service, and it does not certify allergy or ingredient safety. Always confirm important details — especially allergies, health, payments, and legal matters — with staff or official sources before acting.

2. Acceptable use

You agree to use the app lawfully and not to misuse, overload, reverse engineer, or attempt to abuse the service or its backend. We may limit or suspend access to protect the service.

3. Free tier and subscriptions

The app offers a limited number of free scans per day. Pro removes that limit.
7-day pass — a one-time purchase that grants Pro for 7 days. It does not auto-renew; you may buy it again.
Monthly Pro — an auto-renewing subscription. It renews automatically each month through Google Play until you cancel. Cancel any time in Google Play → Subscriptions; cancellation takes effect at the end of the current period.
Prices are shown in the app and at the point of purchase and may vary by region. Purchases are subject to the Google Play Terms of Service, which govern billing, renewals, and refunds.

4. No warranty

The app is provided "as is" and "as available", without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that results are accurate, complete, or suitable for any particular purpose.

5. Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, code vibe is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of, or reliance on, the app or its results.

6. Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of Japan, without regard to conflict-of-law rules, except where mandatory consumer-protection laws of your country of residence apply.

Questions or data requests: support@codevibe.jp