Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 2025

Welcome to AI Fungi Scanner. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your information.

1. Information We Collect

• Images: Photos you capture or upload for fungi identification.
• Technical Data: Device type, OS version, app version, and performance metrics.
• Anonymous Analytics: Crash logs and usage statistics to improve the app.
• Permissions: Camera and storage access, used only for taking or selecting images.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To analyze images and identify fungi species using AI.
• To provide details such as species info, habitat, and safety notes.
• To improve recognition accuracy and overall app performance.

3. Third-Party AI Services

We may use external AI providers such as OpenAI or Google Gemini to process images.

• Your images are sent securely and used only for species identification.
• We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties.
• No unnecessary personal information is transmitted.

4. Data Storage & Retention

Images are processed temporarily and are not stored on our servers. Saved scan history, if enabled, remains on your device until deleted by you.

5. Security

We apply reasonable security measures to protect your data, but no digital system is completely risk-free.

6. Your Rights & Controls

• You may revoke camera and storage permissions at any time.
• You may delete local data or uninstall the app to remove stored content.
• No account is required, minimizing data collection.

7. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may change from time to time. Check the update date for the latest version.

8. Contact

For questions or concerns, please reach us through the in-app support page.

Thank you for using AI Fungi Scanner.