Privacy Policy for Photospec

Last Updated: November 4, 2025

Effective Date: November 4, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Photospec ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App"). This policy applies to all users of Photospec.

Developer Information:

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using Photospec, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not use the App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

Profile Information (Stored Locally Only)

When you use Photospec, you may choose to provide the following information, which is stored locally on your device only:

  • Your name
  • Your location
  • Equipment list (cameras, lenses, etc.)
  • Copyright text preferences
  • Template and style preferences

Purpose: This information is used to customize your experience and personalize the carousel images you generate. For example, your name may be used in copyright notices or other template elements, your location may be included in image metadata, and your equipment list may be displayed on your generated images.

Important: This information is stored exclusively on your device and is never transmitted to our servers or any third party.

2.2 Photo Data (Processed Locally Only)

When you upload a photo to create carousel images:

  • Photo Upload: You select photos from your device's photo library
  • Metadata Extraction: The App extracts EXIF metadata from your photos (including camera settings, GPS coordinates, timestamps, etc.)
  • Processing: All photo processing happens locally on your device
  • Storage: Photos and their metadata are processed temporarily during your editing session and are not saved or transmitted unless you explicitly choose to save the final output image to your device

Important: We do not store, transmit, or have access to any of your photos or their metadata. All processing happens entirely on your device.

2.3 Email Communications

Contact and Support

If you contact us via email (martin@photospec.app) for support, questions, or to exercise your privacy rights (such as subject access requests or opt-out requests), we will collect:

  • Your email address
  • Your name (if provided)
  • The content of your communication
  • Any additional information you choose to provide

Purpose: This information is used to respond to your inquiry, provide customer support, and fulfill your privacy rights requests.

Retention: We retain this correspondence for as long as necessary to address your inquiry and for our legitimate business interests (such as maintaining records of privacy requests for compliance purposes).

Newsletter (Optional)

In the future, we may offer an optional newsletter to keep you informed about:

  • App updates and new features
  • Tips for using Photospec
  • Important announcements

If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, we will collect:

  • Your email address
  • Your name (optional)

Consent: Subscribing to the newsletter is entirely optional. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any newsletter email or by contacting us at martin@photospec.app.

Important: Your email address will never be sold, rented, or shared with third parties for their marketing purposes.

2.4 Information Collected by Third-Party Services

RevenueCat (Subscription Management)

We use RevenueCat to manage in-app subscriptions for Photospec Pro. RevenueCat collects the following information:

  • Purchase History: Information about subscription purchases, including product ID, purchase date, subscription status, and renewal information
  • Anonymous App User ID: A randomly generated identifier used to track subscription status across devices signed into the same Apple ID or Google account
  • Device Information: Basic device information necessary for subscription validation

Purpose of Collection:

  • App Functionality: To verify subscription status and enable Pro features
  • Analytics: To provide us with aggregated subscription metrics (e.g., conversion rates, churn rates)
  • Fraud Prevention: To validate receipts and prevent unauthorized access to Pro features

Data Linking: If you use anonymous app user IDs, your purchase history is not linked to your personal identity. RevenueCat does not collect personally identifiable information such as email addresses or names.

For more information about RevenueCat's data practices, please visit: https://www.revenuecat.com/privacy

Google Maps Platform (Location Search - Planned Feature)

When implemented, the App will use Google Maps Platform services to help you search for and select locations for your photos. Google may collect:

  • Location searches you perform
  • IP address
  • Device information

Purpose: To provide location search and selection functionality within the App.

For more information about Google's data practices, please visit: https://policies.google.com/privacy

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected through third-party services for the following purposes:

  • Subscription Management: To verify your subscription status and provide access to Pro features
  • App Improvement: To understand usage patterns and improve the App experience through aggregated analytics
  • Fraud Prevention: To protect against unauthorized access to paid features
  • Customer Support: To assist you with any subscription or technical issues

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Local Storage

Profile information, preferences, and photos are stored locally on your device using secure storage mechanisms provided by iOS and Android. This data never leaves your device unless you explicitly share it.

4.2 Third-Party Storage

Subscription data collected by RevenueCat is stored securely on their servers located in the United States. RevenueCat uses industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit (TLS) and at rest.

4.3 Security Measures

We are committed to protecting your information. While no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, we implement reasonable security measures appropriate to the nature of the information we handle.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

We may share information with:

  • Service Providers: RevenueCat and Google (as described above) to provide App functionality
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or governmental authority
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, subscription data may be transferred to the new owner

We do not share, sell, or disclose your information for advertising or marketing purposes.

6. Data Retention

6.1 Local Data

Information stored on your device remains there until you delete the App or manually clear the data through the App's settings.

6.2 Subscription Data

RevenueCat retains subscription data for as long as necessary to:

  • Maintain your subscription status
  • Comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax records)
  • Resolve disputes and enforce our terms

Typically, purchase history is retained for the duration of your subscription plus a reasonable period thereafter for legal and accounting purposes.

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Control

  • Local Data: You can view, modify, or delete your profile information and preferences at any time through the App's settings
  • Photos: You have complete control over which photos you upload and process. Photos are never saved without your explicit action
  • Subscription Data: You can view your subscription status within the App

7.2 Deletion Rights

  • Local Data: Deleting the App will remove all locally stored data from your device
  • Subscription Data: To request deletion of subscription data held by RevenueCat, please contact us at martin@photospec.app

7.3 Subscription Management

You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time through:

  • iOS: Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions
  • Android: Google Play Store > Account > Subscriptions

8. Children's Privacy

Photospec is a general audience app suitable for all ages. The App does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.

Since all photo processing happens locally on the user's device and we do not collect personally identifiable information (beyond anonymous subscription data through RevenueCat), the App does not require parental consent under the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at martin@photospec.app, and we will take steps to delete such information.

9. International Data Transfers

Photospec is operated from the United Kingdom. If you are accessing the App from outside the UK, please be aware that information collected through RevenueCat may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where RevenueCat's servers are located.

By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your subscription information to the United States.

11. Data Collection by App Stores

When you download and use Photospec, the Apple App Store and Google Play Store may collect certain information for their own purposes:

We do not have access to or control over the information collected by Apple or Google through their respective app stores.

12. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have certain rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to Know: You have the right to request information about the personal information we collect, use, and disclose
  • Right to Delete: You have the right to request deletion of your personal information
  • Right to Opt-Out: You have the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
  • Non-Discrimination: You have the right not to be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us at martin@photospec.app.

13. European Union Users (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Right of Access: You have the right to access your personal information
  • Right to Rectification: You have the right to correct inaccurate personal information
  • Right to Erasure: You have the right to request deletion of your personal information
  • Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to restrict how we process your information
  • Right to Data Portability: You have the right to receive your data in a portable format
  • Right to Object: You have the right to object to certain types of processing

Legal Basis for Processing:

  • Subscription data is processed based on contractual necessity (to provide Pro features you've purchased)
  • Anonymous analytics data is processed based on our legitimate interests in improving the App

To exercise your rights, please contact us at martin@photospec.app.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Notify you of material changes through the App or via email (if we have your contact information)
  • For significant changes, we may require you to accept the updated policy before continuing to use the App

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: martin@photospec.app

Mailing Address:

Martin Garnett
19 Heron Hill, Kendal, United Kingdom, LA9 7JE

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

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