Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 10/07/2025

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Photo Library Access

Our app requests access to your device's photo library to provide photo management services. We collect:

• Photos stored on your device
• Photo metadata (creation dates, file information)
• Photo organization data (monthly groupings)

1.2 User Decisions and Preferences

We collect and store:

• Your keep/delete decisions for photos
• Progress tracking data (current position in photo review)
• App usage preferences and settings
• Month selection and organization preferences

1.3 Device Information

We may collect basic device information including:

• Device type and operating system version
• App version and usage statistics
• Performance and crash data (if applicable)

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Core App Functionality

• Display and organize your photos by month
• Enable swipe-based photo review interface
• Track your progress through photo collections
• Save your decisions and preferences locally
• Provide preview and final deletion capabilities

2.2 App Improvement

• Analyze app performance and usage patterns
• Identify and fix technical issues
• Improve user experience and interface design
• Develop new features and functionality

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Local Storage

All your data is stored locally on your device using:

• SwiftData: Local database for photo metadata and user decisions
• UserDefaults: App settings and preferences
• FileManager: Cache management and temporary files

3.2 Data Security

• No data is transmitted to external servers
• All processing occurs locally on your device
• Your photos remain under your complete control
• We do not have access to your photo library or decisions

4. Photo Access and Permissions

4.1 Required Permissions

Our app requires the following permissions:

• Photo Library Access: To read and organize your photos
• Photo Deletion: To remove photos you've marked for deletion

4.2 Permission Management

• You can revoke photo access at any time through device settings
• App functionality will be limited without photo access
• We respect your privacy choices and will not request unnecessary permissions

5. Data Retention and Deletion

5.1 Data Retention

• Your data is retained locally as long as the app is installed
• Uninstalling the app will remove all locally stored data
• We do not maintain any data after app removal

5.2 Data Deletion

• You can reset all app data through app settings
• Photo deletion is permanent and cannot be undone
• We recommend backing up important photos before using the app

6. Third-Party Services

Our app operates independently and does not integrate with third-party services for data processing. However, we may use:

• Apple Services: Photos framework for photo access
• Device Storage: Local file system for data storage

7. Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

8. Your Rights and Choices

8.1 Access and Control

• You have complete control over your photo library
• You can revoke app permissions at any time
• You can delete all app data through device settings
• You can uninstall the app to remove all data

8.2 Data Portability

Since all data is stored locally, you have direct access to your information through your device's file system and app settings.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy in the app
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Providing notice through app updates

10. International Users

Our app is designed to operate locally on your device. However, if you are using our app outside your country of residence, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in your country of residence where our servers are located and our central database is operated.

11. Contact Information

12. Legal Basis for Processing (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Union, our legal basis for processing your personal information includes:

• Consent: When you grant photo library access
• Legitimate Interest: To provide and improve our services
• Contract Performance: To fulfill our obligations to you

13. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information we collect
• Know whether we sell or disclose your personal information
• Say no to the sale of personal information
• Access your personal information
• Equal service and price (non-discrimination)