Terra Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 9/25/25
Company: Daydream Studios LLC dba Terra
Terra (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you use the Terra app (iOS and Android) and associated services. By using Terra, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information You Provide to Us
We collect information you provide directly to us, including when you:
- Create a Terra account.
- Scan a product, submit feedback, or save preferences.
- Participate in surveys, contests, or promotional campaigns.
- Communicate with our support team via email, chat, or social media.
- Make a purchase or subscribe to future services.
This may include:
- Account Details: Name, email, and password.
- Preferences & Feedback: Allergy information, dietary preferences, favorited products.
- Payment Details: For in-app purchases or merchandise processed via App Store, Google Play, Stripe, or Shopify.
- Sensitive Information: Allergies or dietary restrictions may be considered sensitive under certain laws. We process this only as needed to provide services.
2. Information We Collect Automatically
When you use Terra, we automatically collect information including:
- Usage Information: Products scanned, features used, pages/screens viewed, interactions within the app.
- Device & Technical Information: Device type, operating system, app version, IP address, device identifiers, and technical logs.
- Transactional Information: In-app purchases, subscription details, and purchase history.
- Inferences: Derived information such as user preferences or product interests based on scan history.
- Analytics: App performance metrics, error logs, and engagement statistics.
3. Information We Collect From Other Sources
We may obtain information from third parties, including:
- Third-Party Platforms: App stores, payment processors, or analytics providers.
- Public Sources: Social media, reviews, or other publicly available information.
- APIs: Open Food Facts or similar product databases.
4. How We Use Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide and maintain the Services.
- Build and update our anonymized product database.
- Improve app performance and user experience.
- Analyze trends and usage statistics.
- Communicate about your account, support inquiries, or transactional messages.
- Send marketing communications, updates, and promotions (you can opt-out anytime via the link in emails or by contacting team@getterra.app).
- Prevent fraud, enforce policies, and maintain security.
- Comply with legal obligations.
- Create aggregated or anonymized data for research and analytics.
Note: Terra does not use personal information for advertising to third parties or sell data.
5. Profiling and Automated Decision-Making
Terra may use AI and machine learning to generate Terra Scores and product recommendations. These are:
- For informational purposes only.
- Not medical advice or legally binding decisions.
- Generated using anonymized or aggregated data where possible.
6. Sharing and Disclosure
We may share information:
- With Service Providers: Firebase, Google Analytics, AI processing providers, and other vendors assisting in app operation.
- For Legal Compliance: When required by law, subpoena, or government request.
- For Corporate Transactions: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
- Aggregated/De-Identified Data: Shared for research, analytics, or business purposes.
- With Your Consent: If you choose to link Terra to third-party services or share products via the app.
7. United States Residents: Specific Privacy Rights
If you reside in certain U.S. states (CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, IN, IA, KY, MD, MN, MT, NE, NH, NJ, OR, RI, TN, TX, UT, VA), you may have the right to:
- Access personal information we maintain about you.
- Correct inaccuracies.
- Request deletion or portability of your information.
- Withdraw consent to processing.
Categories of Personal Information We Collect
Category | Examples | Collected? |
---|---|---|
Identifiers | Name, email, IP, account ID | YES |
Commercial Information | Purchases, transaction history | YES |
Device Info | Device type, OS, app version | YES |
Inferences | Preferences, scoring | YES |
Sensitive Info | Allergies, dietary preferences | YES |
Other categories | Demographics, professional info | NO |
8. GDPR / International Users
For users in the EU/UK/Switzerland:
- You have rights to access, correct, delete, restrict processing, withdraw consent, and request portability of your data.
- Data is processed based on contract performance, consent, legitimate interests, or legal obligations.
- International transfers are safeguarded via standard contractual clauses or explicit consent.
9. Marketing Communications
By providing your email, you consent to receive marketing messages. You may:
- Opt-out using the unsubscribe link in any email.
- Contact team@getterra.app to withdraw consent.
We will never sell your email for marketing purposes.
10. Cookies and Tracking
Terra may use cookies or similar technologies to:
- Improve app performance.
- Collect anonymized analytics data.
We do not use cookies for third-party advertising.
11. Children’s Privacy
Terra is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. Parents may contact team@getterra.app to request deletion.
12. Data Retention
- Account & Preferences: Retained until deletion + 30-day grace period.
- Scan Data: Only anonymized product data stored; no images.
- Analytics Logs: 12–24 months.
- Marketing Preferences: Until unsubscribed.
Users can request immediate deletion via email.
13. Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures:
- Encryption (TLS), secure storage.
- Restricted access to employees.
- Audit logs of data access.
Note: No system is 100% secure.
14. Data Transfers
Data may be processed or stored outside your country. Protections include:
- Standard contractual clauses.
- Explicit consent where required.
15. Disclaimers
- Terra Scores and recommendations are informational only.
- We are not responsible for third-party database inaccuracies (e.g., Open Food Facts).
16. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy. Material changes will update the date and, where applicable, provide additional notice.
17. Contact Us
Questions or requests:
- Support: team@getterra.app
- DPO: dpo@getterra.app