# Security & Privacy Scorecard

## Parsley

com.parsleyapp.parsley | Version 5.6.3 (Build 499) | Analyzed February 4, 2026

## What This Means for You

Parsley does not share data with advertising, analytics, or marketing companies. However, the information stored in the app has weaker on-device protections than expected, meaning saved data is more accessible if someone gains access to the phone.

## Recommendation: Use With Caution

**Best For:** Home cooks who want no third-party data sharing

## Key Findings

**Data Security** - 3 findings (2 critical, 1 high)

**Network Security** - 2 findings (1 high, 1 medium)

**Code Safety** - 0 findings

**Privacy** - 0 findings

## Privacy Concerns

### What Data is Collected

Parsley has a minimal data collection footprint. The app does not request access to sensitive personal information beyond what is needed for its core features.

### Third-Party Data Sharing

No third-party advertising, analytics, or marketing services were identified. User personal data is not passed to outside companies.

## Understanding the Scores

| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Security | 45/100 |
| Privacy | 52/100 |
| Data Security | 35/100 |
| Network Security | 65/100 |
| Code Safety | 60/100 |
| Data Collection | 100/100 |
| Data Sharing | 100/100 |
| User Control | 88/100 |

## Positive Security Features

- This app does not demonstrate notable positive security practices at this time.

## Areas for Improvement

- Personal data stored on the device lacks stronger protections. If someone gains physical access to the phone, saved information is more accessible than expected.
- Some communications between the app and its servers could use stronger safeguards, meaning data may travel with less protection than expected in certain network situations.

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## About This Analysis

This scorecard is based on automated static analysis of the app's code and configuration. It reflects the state of the app at the time of analysis and may not account for updates released afterward.

### App Details

- **App Name:** Parsley
- **Package ID:** com.parsleyapp.parsley
- **Version:** 5.6.3 (Build 499)
- **Analysis Date:** February 4, 2026
- **Developer:** Not specified