Last updated: Match 21, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes Our policies and procedures on the collection, use, and disclosure of Your information when You use the Service and explains Your privacy rights and how the law protects You.

We use Your Personal Data to provide and improve the Service. By using the Service, You agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

Words with capitalized initial letters have meanings defined under the following conditions. These definitions apply whether the terms appear in singular or plural form.

Definitions

For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:

Account
A unique account created for You to access our Service or parts of our Service.
Affiliate
An entity that controls, is controlled by, or is under common control with a party, where “control” means ownership of 50% or more of voting securities.
Application
MenuMiru, the software application provided by the Company.
Company
An Inc., Shin-Toyo Bldg. 4F-49, 2-4-39 Toyo, Koto-ku, Tokyo 135-0016, Japan
(referred to as “the Company”, “We”, “Us”, or “Our”).
Country
Japan
Device
Any device that can access the Service, such as a computer, mobile phone, or tablet.
Personal Data
Any information that relates to an identified or identifiable individual.
Service
The Application.
Service Provider
Any natural or legal person who processes data on behalf of the Company.
Usage Data
Data collected automatically, either generated by the use of the Service or from the Service infrastructure itself.
You
The individual or legal entity accessing or using the Service.

Collecting and Using Your Personal Data

Types of Data Collected

Personal Data

While using Our Service, We may ask You to provide personally identifiable information, including but not limited to:

Email address
First name and last name
Usage Data

Usage Data

Usage Data is collected automatically when using the Service.

It may include information such as IP address, browser type and version, pages visited, time and date of visits, time spent on pages, unique device identifiers, and diagnostic data.

When accessing the Service via a mobile device, additional information may be collected, including device type, mobile operating system, mobile browser type, and unique device identifiers.

Information Collected While Using the Application

With Your prior permission, We may collect:

Location information
Images and data from your device’s camera and photo library

This information is used to provide and improve Service features and may be stored on Company servers or on Your device. You can manage permissions via Your device settings.

Cookies and Local Storage

The Service does not use traditional browser cookies. However, We use local storage technologies (such as localStorage and sessionStorage) to store authentication tokens and user preferences on Your Device. These are necessary for the Service to function and keep You logged in.

Use of Your Personal Data

The Company may use Personal Data to:

Provide and maintain the Service
Manage Your Account
Perform contractual obligations
Contact You regarding updates, security notices, or service-related information
Provide news, offers, and promotional information (unless opted out)
Manage user requests
Conduct business transfers
Analyze usage and improve the Service

We may share Your information:

With Service Providers
During business transfers
With Affiliates
With business partners
With other users (if shared publicly)
With Your consent

Retention of Your Personal Data

Personal Data is retained only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Policy, to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

Usage Data is generally retained for shorter periods unless required for security or legal compliance.

Transfer of Your Personal Data

Your data may be processed and stored outside Your jurisdiction. By using the Service, You consent to such transfers. We take reasonable steps to ensure secure handling of Your data.

Delete Your Personal Data

You have the right to delete or request deletion of Your Personal Data.

You can delete data through account settings within the Service.
You may also contact Us to request access, correction, or deletion of data.

Some data may be retained where legally required.

Disclosure of Your Personal Data

Business Transactions

In case of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, Your Personal Data may be transferred with prior notice.

Law Enforcement

We may disclose Personal Data when required by law or valid public authority requests.

Other Legal Requirements

Disclosure may occur to:

Comply with legal obligations
Protect Company rights or property
Prevent wrongdoing
Protect user or public safety
Protect against legal liability

Security of Your Personal Data

We use commercially reasonable measures to protect Personal Data, but no transmission or storage method is 100% secure.

Third-Party Service Providers

We use the following third-party services to operate and improve the Service. Each provider may process Your data in accordance with their own privacy policies:

Google Places
Provides place-related information such as restaurant names, addresses, and details.
Privacy Policy: https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy/
Google Cloud Vision
Processes images You upload (such as menu photos) for text recognition and analysis.
Privacy Policy: https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/privacy/
OpenAI
Processes menu content for AI-powered translation and recommendations. Text extracted from Your images may be sent to OpenAI for processing.
Privacy Policy: https://openai.com/privacy/
Firebase (Google)
Provides authentication services for account sign-in.
Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Provides cloud storage for uploaded images and files.
Privacy Policy: https://aws.amazon.com/privacy/
Postmark
Sends transactional emails such as verification codes and notifications.
Privacy Policy: https://postmarkapp.com/privacy-policy
Stripe
Processes subscription payments. When You subscribe, Your payment information is handled directly by Stripe and is not stored on Our servers.
Privacy Policy: https://stripe.com/privacy

Children’s Privacy

The Service does not address individuals under 13. We do not knowingly collect Personal Data from children under 13. If such data is discovered, it will be removed.

Links to Other Websites

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes are effective upon posting. The “Last updated” date will be revised accordingly.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us:

Email: support@menumiru.com