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Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 7, 2025

Introduction

PokeScanner ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application for Pokémon card scanning and collection management.

Information We Collect

Personal Information:

We do not collect any personally identifiable information such as your name, email address, or phone number.

Card Photos and Data:

PokeScanner processes your Pokémon card photos locally on your device. We do not upload, store, or transmit your card photos to our servers or any third-party services. All card recognition and processing happens entirely on your device.

Collection Data:

Your card collection information, including scanned cards, values, and collection statistics are stored locally on your device. This data is not transmitted to our servers or shared with third parties.

Usage Data:

We do not collect analytics data or usage statistics. PokeScanner operates entirely offline on your device.

Local Storage:

The app stores your preferences locally on your device, including:

  • Card collection database and scanned cards
  • App settings and preferences
  • Scanning history and favorites
  • Collection organization and tags
  • Value tracking and price alerts

How We Use Your Information

We use locally stored information to:

  • Provide card recognition and identification services
  • Maintain your personal card collection database
  • Track card values and market information
  • Organize and categorize your collection
  • Provide collection statistics and insights
  • Remember your app preferences and settings

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your information to third parties. Your card photos and collection data remain on your device.

We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

Data Security

Your card photos and collection data remain on your device. We do not transmit or store any card data externally. While we take steps to protect your information, no method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

Data Retention

Your collection data and app preferences are stored locally and remain there until you delete the app or reset your settings. We do not retain any personal data or card photos on our servers.

Children's Privacy

Our app is suitable for all ages. 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.

Third-Party Services

PokeScanner does not use any third-party analytics, crash reporting services, or cloud storage services. All processing is done locally on your device.

Card Recognition Technology

Our card recognition technology uses on-device machine learning models to identify Pokémon cards. No card images or data are sent to external servers for processing.

App Store Compliance

PokeScanner complies with both Apple's App Store and Google Play Store guidelines and privacy requirements:

  • No tracking or analytics collection
  • No data sharing with third parties
  • Local-only data processing
  • Transparent privacy practices
  • Cross-platform consistency

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your data (stored locally on your device)
  • Delete your data (by uninstalling the app)
  • Contact us with any privacy concerns
  • Request information about our data practices

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 on our website and updating the "Last updated" date above.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: