Welcome to PhotoWipy. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience using our photo storage cleaner app. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Photos and Media Access
PhotoWipy requires access to your device's photo library to function as a gallery cleaner. We only access photos that you explicitly choose to review within the app. All photo processing happens locally on your device.
1.2 Usage Data
We may collect anonymous usage statistics to improve app performance, including:
- Number of photos reviewed and deleted
- Storage space freed
- App performance metrics and loading times
- Crash reports and diagnostics
- Feature usage patterns
1.3 Subscription Information
When you subscribe to PhotoWipy Premium (Monthly $4.99 or Yearly $19.99), we collect:
- Subscription type and status
- Payment processing information (handled by Apple App Store or Google Play Store)
- Subscription start and renewal dates
- Purchase receipts for verification
1.4 Device Information
We may collect basic device information such as:
- Device model and operating system version
- Unique device identifiers
- App version information
- Available storage space
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and maintain PhotoWipy's core photo cleanup functionality
- Process and manage your subscription payments
- Improve app performance and user experience
- Analyze usage patterns to develop new features
- Diagnose and fix technical issues
- Send important updates and subscription notifications
- Prevent fraud and ensure subscription validity
3. Your Photos Stay Private
- Upload your photos to our servers
- Share your photos with third parties
- Use your photos for any purpose other than what you see in the app
- Store copies of your photos anywhere
- Access your photos when the app is not actively being used
4. Subscription and Payment Data
4.1 Payment Processing
All subscription payments ($4.99/month or $19.99/year) are processed through Apple App Store or Google Play Store. PhotoWipy does not directly handle or store your credit card or payment information. Payment data is managed by:
- Apple Inc. for iOS users (subject to Apple's Privacy Policy)
- Google LLC for Android users (subject to Google's Privacy Policy)
4.2 Subscription Management
We store only the necessary information to verify your subscription status and provide premium features. This includes:
- Subscription tier (Monthly or Yearly)
- Active/inactive status
- Renewal date
- Anonymous subscription ID
4.3 Subscription Cancellation
If you cancel your subscription, we will retain minimal subscription history for accounting purposes but will immediately stop processing your subscription data for feature access.
5. Data Storage and Security
All photo processing occurs on your device. Any anonymous usage data we collect is:
- Encrypted during transmission using industry-standard SSL/TLS
- Stored securely on protected servers
- Never linked to your personal identity or photos
- Retained only for as long as necessary for analytics
- Protected with enterprise-grade security measures
6. Third-Party Services
PhotoWipy may use third-party services for analytics, crash reporting, and subscription management. These services have their own privacy policies:
- Apple App Store (for iOS subscriptions and payments)
- Google Play Store (for Android subscriptions and payments)
- Analytics providers (e.g., Firebase Analytics)
- Crash reporting services (e.g., Crashlytics)
We ensure all third-party services comply with applicable privacy laws and regulations.
7. Children's Privacy
PhotoWipy is not directed to 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 immediately.
8. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Revoke photo library access at any time through device settings
- Opt out of analytics data collection in app settings
- Cancel your subscription anytime through App Store/Play Store
- Request deletion of any data we have collected
- Request a copy of data we have collected (if any)
- Contact us with privacy concerns or questions
8.1 How to Manage Your Subscription
iOS Users: Settings → [Your Name] → Subscriptions → PhotoWipy
Android Users: Play Store → Menu → Subscriptions → PhotoWipy
9. Data Retention
We retain data as follows:
- Subscription data: Duration of subscription plus 1 year for accounting
- Usage analytics: 24 months from collection date
- Crash reports: 90 days from occurrence
- Photos: Never stored - always remain on your device only
10. International Users
PhotoWipy is available worldwide. If you use PhotoWipy outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States where our servers are located. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending an in-app notification for significant changes
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
12. California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect about you
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt-out of the sale of your personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
- Non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
13. GDPR Compliance (European Users)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your subscription, or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: anujitha.apps@gmail.com
Support Email: anujitha.apps@gmail.com
Website: Contact Form
15. Your Consent
By using PhotoWipy and subscribing to our services ($4.99/month or $19.99/year), you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use PhotoWipy.