Privacy Policy for Rock Identifier
Last Updated: [Insert Date]
1. Introduction
Welcome to Rock Identifier ("App"), developed by [Your Name/Company Name] ("we", "us", or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our Android application designed for identifying rocks, gemstones, and minerals via AI-powered image analysis.
By using the App, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the practices described in this policy. We comply with Google Play Developer Program Policies, the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable privacy laws.
2. Information We Collect
We adhere to a "data minimization" principle and only collect information necessary to provide core App functionality:
2.1 User-Provided Information
Images: To enable rock identification, the App requires access to your device's camera to capture photos of rocks/gems. These images are processed locally on your device and are not uploaded to our servers unless you explicitly choose to save them to your device storage.
Optional Saved Data: If you use the "Save Identification Results" feature, the App stores identification outcomes (e.g., rock type, composition) and associated images locally on your device.
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
Device Information: Limited technical data such as your device model, Android OS version, and App version. This helps us resolve technical issues and improve compatibility.
Usage Data: Anonymous data about how you interact with the App (e.g., number of identifications, feature usage frequency). This data is never linked to your personal identity.
2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect
We do not collect personal identifiers (e.g., name, email, phone number), location data, financial information, or any sensitive personal data (e.g., racial origin, health status) as defined by GDPR.
3. How We Use Your Information
Collected information is used solely for the following purposes:
Power AI-powered rock, gemstone, and mineral identification via on-device image processing.
Store identification results locally for your future reference.
Diagnose and fix technical bugs to enhance App performance.
Improve App features based on anonymous usage patterns.
We will never use your information for targeted advertising or unrelated purposes without your explicit consent.
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not share, sell, rent, or trade your information with third parties for commercial purposes. Information may only be disclosed in the following limited circumstances:
With Your Consent: If you explicitly authorize sharing (e.g., exporting identification results to a third-party platform).
Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or valid legal requests (e.g., court orders).
Service Providers: If we engage third-party service providers (e.g., cloud hosting for App updates), they will only access data necessary to perform services and are bound by confidentiality agreements.
5. Data Storage and Retention
All images and saved identification results are stored locally on your device by default. You can delete this data anytime via the App's "Clear History" feature or your device's settings.
Anonymous device and usage data are retained for up to [6 months] after your last App use, then automatically deleted.
We do not maintain long-term servers for storing user-specific data.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights under applicable laws (GDPR, CCPA):
Right to Access: Request details of the information we process about you.
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of all locally stored data via the App or device settings.
Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate identification data saved on your device.
Right to Withdraw Consent: Revoke permissions (e.g., camera access) via your device's App settings.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [Your Email Address] (see Section 9). For California residents (CCPA), you also have the right to opt out of any potential future data sales (we currently do not sell data).
7. Security Measures
We implement reasonable security safeguards to protect your information:
On-device processing minimizes data exposure risks.
Local data is protected by your device's security features (e.g., passcode, biometrics).
Regular App updates include security patches to address vulnerabilities.
While we strive to protect data, no method of electronic storage is 100% secure. You are responsible for securing your device and not sharing access with others.
8. Children's Privacy
The App is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we discover we have collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately. Parents/guardians may contact us to request data deletion.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect App changes or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will notify you via in-App alerts and update the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the App after updates constitutes acceptance of the new policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: [Your Support Email]
Website: [Your Website URL, if applicable]
11. Google Play Compliance
This policy is accessible via a public, non-geofenced URL and linked within the App and our Google Play Store listing, as required by Google Play policies. It is readable in standard browsers without special plugins.