Privacy Policy

Overview

Snapity is a mobile application that helps users capture photos of event posters and automatically extract event information to create calendar entries. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our app.

Information We Collect

Camera Access

• What we collect: Photos taken using the app's camera feature
• Why we collect it: To analyze poster images and extract event information
• How we process it: Images are temporarily processed and sent to our secure Firebase Functions, which forwards them to OpenAI's Vision API for text extraction

Extracted Event Data

• What we collect: Event information extracted from your photos (event names, dates, locations, descriptions)
• Why we collect it: To create calendar entries for you
• How we use it: Information is used solely to populate calendar event details

How We Use Your Information

1. Image Processing: Photos are analyzed to identify and extract event information

2. Calendar Integration: Extracted information is used to create calendar entries on your device

3. Service Improvement: We may analyze usage patterns to improve the app's functionality

Data Sharing

Third-Party Services

• Firebase Functions: Our secure server processes images and forwards them to OpenAI (API keys never exposed to the app)
• OpenAI API: Images are sent to OpenAI's Vision API through our Firebase Functions for text extraction and event information processing
• Firebase Analytics: Helps us understand app usage patterns and improve functionality
• Firebase Crashlytics: Collects crash reports to help us identify and fix issues
• Firebase App Check: Ensures only legitimate app instances can access our services
• Google Play Services: Standard Android app services for app distribution and updates

What We Don't Share

• We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes
• We do not store your photos permanently on our servers
• We do not access your calendar data beyond creating the specific events you authorize

Data Storage and Security

Image Storage

• Temporary Processing: Images are temporarily processed for text extraction
• No Permanent Storage: We do not store your photos on our servers after processing
• Local Storage: Photos may be temporarily cached on your device for processing purposes

Security Measures

• All data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard protocols
• We implement appropriate security measures to protect against unauthorized access
• API keys are securely stored server-side in Firebase Functions and never exposed to the app
• Firebase App Check verifies that requests come from legitimate app instances
• OpenAI API communications are secured through our Firebase Functions proxy

Your Rights and Choices

Permissions

• Camera Permission: Required to capture photos of event posters
• Calendar Permission: Required to create calendar entries (when you choose to save events)
• Internet Permission: Required to process images through our Firebase Functions service

Control Your Data

• You can revoke camera permissions at any time through your device settings
• You can delete the app to remove all local data
• You can choose not to save events to your calendar

Children's Privacy

Snapity is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. 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 so we can delete such information.

Third-Party Services

OpenAI Services

This app uses OpenAI's API services for image analysis and text extraction. OpenAI's privacy policy applies to data processed through their services. You can review OpenAI's privacy policy at: https://openai.com/privacy

Firebase Services

This app uses several Firebase services provided by Google:

• Firebase Functions: Secure server-side image processing
• Firebase Analytics: Usage analytics (data is anonymized)
• Firebase Crashlytics: Crash reporting to improve app stability
• Firebase App Check: App authenticity verification

Google's privacy policy applies to these services. You can review Google's privacy policy at: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Data Retention

• Images: Not stored permanently; processed temporarily and discarded
• Extracted Data: Used only for immediate calendar entry creation
• App Usage Data: Firebase Analytics data is retained in anonymized form for service improvement
• Crash Data: Firebase Crashlytics may retain crash logs to help us fix issues

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 at the top of this policy
• Providing notice through the app or other reasonable means

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

• Email: snapityapp@gmail.com
• App Store: Through the Snapity app store listing

Legal Compliance

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:

• Google Play Developer Policy
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) where applicable
• Other applicable privacy laws and regulations

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By using Snapity, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.