Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Scanner Buddy, a professional document scanning and OCR application for iOS. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our app.

Scanner Buddy is designed with privacy-first principles, ensuring that your documents and personal data remain secure and under your control.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Documents and Images: Photos and documents you scan using the app
• OCR Text Data: Text extracted from your scanned documents
• Digital Signatures: Signature data you create within the app (not stored permanently)
• Categories and Organization: Custom categories and document organization preferences
• App Lock PIN: 4-digit PIN for app security (if enabled)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Usage Analytics: App usage patterns, feature usage, and performance metrics
• Device Information: Device model, iOS version, app version
• Subscription Data: Purchase history, trial status, subscription status through RevenueCat
• Crash Reports: Technical information to improve app stability

3. How We Use Your Information

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Local Storage

All your documents, images, and OCR text are stored locally on your device using Core Data and iOS's secure storage mechanisms. We do not upload your documents to any external servers or cloud services.

4.2 Security Measures

• Keychain Storage: Sensitive data like signatures and app lock PINs are stored in iOS Keychain
• File Protection: All stored files use iOS's complete file protection (NSFileProtectionComplete)
• Encrypted Storage: Digital signatures are encrypted before storage
• Memory Management: Secure memory handling to prevent data leaks
• No Cloud Backup: Your documents are not included in iCloud or iTunes backups

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 RevenueCat (Subscription Management)

We use RevenueCat to manage subscriptions and in-app purchases. RevenueCat may collect:

• Apple ID and purchase information
• Subscription status and trial information
• Device identifiers for subscription management

RevenueCat's Privacy Policy: https://www.revenuecat.com/privacy

5.2 Apple Services

The app integrates with Apple's frameworks:

• VisionKit: For document scanning (processed locally)
• Vision Framework: For OCR processing (processed locally)
• StoreKit: For in-app purchases and subscriptions
• App Store: For app distribution and payment processing

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties, except in the following limited circumstances:

• Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process
• Safety and Security: To protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others
• Service Providers: With trusted service providers (like RevenueCat) who assist in app functionality
• User-Initiated Sharing: When you explicitly choose to export or share documents using the app's sharing features

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Data Access and Control

• Full Control: You have complete control over your documents stored locally
• Delete Data: You can delete any document, category, or signature at any time
• Export Data: Export your documents as PDF files
• App Deletion: Uninstalling the app removes all locally stored data

7.2 Privacy Settings

• Camera Permissions: Control camera access for document scanning
• App Lock: Enable/disable PIN protection for the app
• Subscription Management: Manage subscriptions through your Apple ID settings

8. Children's Privacy

Scanner Buddy is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to remove such information.

9. International Data Transfers

Since all document processing and storage occurs locally on your device, there are no international data transfers of your documents or personal content. Subscription data processed by RevenueCat may be transferred internationally in accordance with their privacy policy.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy in the app
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Providing in-app notifications for significant changes

Your continued use of the app after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Data Retention

Your documents and personal data are retained locally on your device until you choose to delete them or uninstall the app. We recommend regularly backing up important documents using the app's export features.

Automatic Data Management

• Trial Data: Trial eligibility data is stored locally and resets based on Apple ID
• Usage Limits: Daily scan counts reset automatically each day
• Subscription Data: Managed by RevenueCat and Apple's systems