This Privacy Policy describes how Dog Breed Scanner ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our mobile application. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience while using our service.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Camera and Photo Access
Our application requires access to your device's camera and photo gallery to function properly. This access is used solely for the purpose of analyzing dog images to identify their breeds.
- Camera: Used to take new photos of dogs for breed identification
- Photo Gallery: Used to select existing photos from your device for analysis
Important: We do NOT upload your images to any remote server for storage or data collection purposes. All image analysis is performed locally on your device using an on-device AI model. Your photos never leave your device and are not stored by us.
1.2 Usage Data
We may collect anonymous, non-identifiable usage data to improve the application's performance and user experience. This may include:
- App features used (e.g., camera vs. gallery selection)
- App crashes and error logs
- Device type and operating system version
- App version and language settings
1.3 Advertising Data
Our app displays advertisements through Google AdMob. AdMob may collect certain information for advertising purposes, including:
- Device advertising ID
- IP address
- Device information
- Ad interaction data
For more information about how Google uses data, please review Google's Privacy Policy.
1.4 Internet Connection
A valid internet connection is required to use this application. The application performs a mandatory check for internet connectivity upon startup and will not function without it. This connection is used for:
- Loading and displaying advertisements
- Downloading AI model updates (if applicable)
- Verifying app integrity
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Provide Core Functionality: To analyze dog images and identify breeds
- Improve User Experience: To understand how users interact with the app and make improvements
- Fix Bugs: To identify and resolve technical issues
- Display Ads: To show relevant advertisements through Google AdMob
3. Data Storage and Security
Your privacy and data security are our top priorities:
- Local Processing: All dog breed identification is performed locally on your device using ONNX Runtime
- No Cloud Storage: We do not upload or store your photos on any server
- History Data: Scan history is stored locally on your device using AsyncStorage and can be deleted at any time
- No Personal Information: We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or other personal identifiers
4. Third-Party Services
Our app uses the following third-party services:
4.1 Google AdMob
We use Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may use cookies and similar technologies to provide personalized ads. You can opt out of personalized advertising by adjusting your device settings.
- Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
- iOS: Settings → Privacy → Advertising → Limit Ad Tracking
4.2 Expo and React Native
Our app is built using Expo and React Native frameworks, which may collect anonymous crash reports and analytics to improve the platform.
5. Children's Privacy
Our application does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. The app is designed for general audiences and does not contain age-restricted content. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your data:
- Access: You can view your scan history within the app
- Delete: You can delete individual scan results or clear all history from the app settings
- Opt-Out: You can disable personalized ads through your device settings
- Uninstall: Uninstalling the app will remove all locally stored data
7. Data Retention
All data is stored locally on your device and is retained until you:
- Manually delete scan results from the history
- Clear app data through device settings
- Uninstall the application
We do not retain any data on our servers as all processing is done locally.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Displaying a notification within the app (for significant changes)
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
9. International Users
Our app is available worldwide. If you are using the app from outside your country of residence, please note that your information may be processed in the country where our services are hosted. By using the app, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt.
11. Legal Compliance
This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - European Union
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) - United States
- Google Play Store Privacy Requirements
- Apple App Store Privacy Requirements