Clera ("we", "our", or "the app") is an AI summarization app that converts Instagram Reels and posts into structured, readable notes. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you use Clera, how we use it, and your rights with respect to your data.
By installing or using Clera, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please uninstall the app and contact us to request deletion of any data we hold.
When you share an Instagram Reel or post to Clera, the URL of that content is sent to our server for processing. The URL is used to fetch the video or image content, generate a summary, and then deliver that summary to your device. URLs are stored transiently in our processing queue (maximum 5 minutes) and may appear in server logs retained for up to 30 days.
We do not store the video or image content itself after processing is complete. Transcripts and frame data are intermediate processing artifacts that exist only in server memory during the summarization pipeline and are discarded immediately afterwards.
The structured summary produced by our AI pipeline (title, category, ingredients, steps, tips, or equivalent fields) is delivered to your device and stored in a local database under your control. Summaries are not stored permanently on our servers after delivery.
We generate a random, anonymous device identifier the first time you launch the app and store it in your device's secure storage. This identifier is included in all API requests for rate-limiting, fraud prevention, and idempotency checking. It cannot be used to identify you personally and is not linked to your name or email address.
The device identifier is registered on our server the first time you make a signed request. This registration record persists in our system until you request deletion.
To notify you when a summary is ready, Clera sends your device's Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) push token to our server when submitting a processing request. The token is stored transiently alongside the processing job in Redis and is discarded when the job completes or expires.
We use Firebase Crashlytics (Google) and Sentry to collect crash and error reports. A report may include:
Crash collection is disabled in debug builds.
If you choose to export a summary to Google Drive, we receive your Google account name and email address via Google Sign-In, used solely to authenticate the export. This information is not stored on our servers.
Our API server (hosted in Germany with Hetzner) logs inbound requests. Server logs may include your IP address, request timestamp, HTTP response code, and the device identifier sent with the request. Logs are retained for a maximum of 30 days and used exclusively for security monitoring and debugging.
| Data | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Instagram content URL | Fetching and summarizing the content you shared |
| Device identifier | Rate-limiting; fraud prevention; idempotency |
| FCM push token | Delivering your summary notification when processing completes |
| Crash / error reports | Diagnosing and fixing app bugs |
| Google account info | Authenticating Google Drive export (optional feature) |
| Server logs / IP address | Security monitoring; abuse prevention |
Clera relies on the following third-party services, each subject to their own privacy policy:
We do not sell or share your data with advertisers or data brokers.
No security measure is 100% effective. If you believe your data has been compromised, please contact us immediately at the address below.
Clera is not directed at children under 13 (or under 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@clera.me. We will respond within 30 days.
Our API server is located in Germany (EU). If you are located outside the EU, the content URL you submit and the resulting AI processing may involve transfer of data to our server in Germany. By using the app, you consent to this transfer.
Crash reports and Gemini API data are processed by Google on servers that may be located outside your country. Google's data transfer mechanisms comply with applicable law.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and notify you via an in-app notice for material changes. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights: