Welcome to CapVault. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our bottle cap recognition mobile application.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Camera and Photo Information

CapVault requires access to your device's camera to identify and recognize bottle caps. When you use our app:

• We process images of bottle caps in real-time for recognition purposes
• Images are analyzed locally on your device whenever possible
• Photos may be temporarily uploaded to our servers for advanced recognition processing
• We do not permanently store photos unless you explicitly save them to your collection

1.2 Collection Data

When you save bottle caps to your personal collection, we store:

• Images of bottle caps you've saved
• Recognition results and cap information
• Date and time of collection entries
• Notes or tags you add to your collection

1.3 Device Information

We automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• Device model and operating system version
• Unique device identifiers
• App version and usage statistics
• Crash reports and performance data

1.4 Account Information (Optional)

If you create an account with CapVault, we collect:

• Email address
• Username
• Password (encrypted)
• Profile preferences

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Cap Recognition: To identify and provide information about bottle caps
• Service Improvement: To enhance our recognition algorithms and app functionality
• Personalization: To maintain your personal collection and preferences
• Technical Support: To diagnose and fix technical issues
• Analytics: To understand how users interact with our app and improve user experience
• Communication: To send important updates about the app (with your consent)

3. Data Storage and Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Data encryption in transit using SSL/TLS protocols
• Secure cloud storage with encryption at rest
• Regular security audits and updates
• Limited access to personal data by authorized personnel only
• Automatic logout after periods of inactivity

Your collection data is stored securely on our servers and synchronized across your devices when you're logged in to your account.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

• Cloud storage and hosting
• Image recognition and machine learning processing
• Analytics and app performance monitoring
• Customer support services

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests by public authorities.

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Export: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Disable certain data collection features in app settings
• Camera Access: Revoke camera permissions in your device settings (note: this will limit app functionality)

6. Children's Privacy

CapVault is not intended for 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, and we will delete such information from our systems.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. You may delete your account at any time, after which we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

9. Third-Party Links

CapVault may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy in the app
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending you a notification (if you have an account)

Your continued use of CapVault after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

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12. Consent

By using CapVault, you consent to the collection, use, and processing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please discontinue use of the app.