Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 18, 2026 · Last Updated: March 18, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Curltine ("we", "our", or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use the Curltine mobile application ("App").

Please read this policy carefully. If you disagree with its terms, please discontinue use of the App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

  • Account Information: Your name, email address, and password (stored as a one-way hash).
  • Profile Photo: An optional avatar image you upload.
  • Hair Profile: Goals, concerns, lifestyle preferences, and wash frequency from onboarding.
  • Progress Photos: Photos you voluntarily upload to track your hair journey.
  • Routine Logs & Notes: Daily routine completion data and personal notes.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Hair Scan Images: Photos submitted for AI analysis to generate your curl profile and Curl Score.
  • Product Scan Images: Photos of product labels for ingredient analysis.
  • AI Analysis Results: Curl type, porosity, density, frizz level, and care recommendations.
  • Usage Data: How you interact with the App to improve the service.

2.3 Location Information

The App requests location access only to look up local weather and humidity for same-day curl care tips. Your location is never stored on our servers and is never shared with third parties.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Create and manage your account
  • Analyse hair photos to generate personalised curl care guidance
  • Analyse product ingredients for compatibility with your profile
  • Generate and update your wash-day routine
  • Track your curl progress over time
  • Send routine notifications (if opted in)
  • Provide customer support
  • Process subscription payments via the App Store

We do not use your data for advertising and do not sell your data to third parties.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share it only in limited circumstances including AI processing partners, App Store payment processing, legal requirements, and business transfers. See the full policy at curlyhair.app/privacy for complete details.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or port your data. You can delete your account from the App under Profile → Account → Delete Account. Contact us at [email protected] to exercise your rights.

6. Contact Us

Questions about this Privacy Policy? Email [email protected] or visit curltine.com.