Last Updated: January 10, 2026

1. Introduction

Flare Apps (“we”, “our”, or “us”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use PlantWise.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Photos — Plant photos you upload for identification
• Location — City or approximate location for weather-based recommendations (optional)
• Account Data — Email address (only if you choose to create an account)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information — Device model, operating system version, app version
• Usage Data — Features used, scan activity, in-app interactions
• Analytics — Anonymous usage statistics collected via Firebase Analytics

2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

• We do NOT collect your name
• We do NOT sell your data to third parties
• We do NOT use your photos for any purpose other than plant identification