Overview
Lil Nom is a privacy-first baby food tracking app. All your data is stored locally on your device and automatically backed up through your device's iCloud backup. I do not collect, access or transmit any of your personal information.
Data storage
All information you enter in Lil Nom — including meal logs, recipes, ingredients, freezer inventory, and your baby's information — is stored exclusively on your device in a local database. This data never leaves your device except through:
- Automatic iCloud backup: your device automatically backs up the app's data as part of your standard iOS or iPadOS backup. This is handled entirely by Apple's operating system and follows your device's backup settings.
- Manual export: you can manually export your data as CSV or JSON files through the app's export feature.
Data collection
Lil Nom does not collect any data. Specifically:
- No analytics or usage tracking
- No crash reporting services
- No advertising networks
- No user accounts or registration
- No servers or cloud databases operated by me
- No personal information collection
- No device identifiers collected
- No location tracking
iCloud backup
When you enable iCloud backup on your device (Settings → [your name] → iCloud → iCloud Backup), iOS automatically backs up the app's data along with your other app data. This backup:
- Is encrypted and stored in your personal iCloud account
- Is controlled by you through iOS Settings
- Restores automatically when you set up a new device from backup
- Is managed entirely by Apple's iOS, not by the app
- Follows Apple's iCloud privacy policy
I do not have access to your iCloud backups. The backup is between your device and Apple's iCloud service.
Third-party services
Lil Nom does not integrate with, connect to, or share data with any third-party services. The app functions entirely offline and does not require an internet connection.
Children's privacy
While Lil Nom is designed to help parents track their baby's solid food journey, the app is intended for use by adults (parents and caregivers). The app does not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
The information you enter about your child (such as name and birthdate) is stored only on your device and is never transmitted to me or any third party.
Data security
Your data security is maintained through:
- Local storage: all data stays on your device, encrypted by iOS
- iCloud backup: when enabled, backups are encrypted in your iCloud account
- No network transmission: no data is sent to external servers
- Device security: protected by your device's passcode, Face ID or Touch ID
Your rights and control
You have complete control over your data:
- Access: all your data is visible within the app at any time
- Export: you can export all data as CSV or JSON files
- Delete individual items: delete specific recipes, meals or batches at any time
- Delete all data: use "Delete All Data" in Settings to permanently erase everything
- Uninstall: deleting the app removes all local data (backups remain in iCloud until you delete them)
Data retention
Data is retained:
- On your device: until you delete it or uninstall the app
- In iCloud backups: according to your iCloud backup settings (typically until you delete the backup or stop backing up)
Changes to this policy
This privacy policy may be updated to reflect changes in the app or legal requirements. Updates will be posted with a new "Last updated" date. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Compliance
This app complies with:
- Apple App Store guidelines
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) principles
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) principles
- Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
Contact
For questions about this privacy policy or data practices, email ritesh@ritesh.fyi.