Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 14, 2024

Introduction

Welcome to PDF Scanner ("we," "our," or "us"). 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 PDF Scanner mobile application and related services.

By using our app, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, do not download, register with, or use this app.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

  • Email address (when you contact support)
  • Device information (device model, operating system version)
  • App usage data and analytics
  • Crash reports and error logs

Document Data

When you use PDF Scanner, we process:

  • Images and photos you choose to convert to PDF
  • PDF documents created through our app
  • Metadata associated with your documents (creation date, file size, etc.)

Automatically Collected Information

  • IP address and general location information
  • App performance and usage statistics
  • Device identifiers and characteristics
  • Log files and technical data

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Provide and maintain our PDF conversion services
  • Process and store your PDF documents securely
  • Improve app functionality and user experience
  • Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
  • Analyze app usage to enhance our services
  • Detect and prevent technical issues and security threats
  • Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

Data Storage and Security

Cloud Storage

Your PDF documents are stored securely in encrypted cloud storage. We use industry-standard encryption protocols to protect your data both in transit and at rest.

Security Measures

  • End-to-end encryption for all document transfers
  • Secure cloud infrastructure with regular security audits
  • Access controls and authentication mechanisms
  • Regular security updates and monitoring
  • Data backup and recovery procedures

Data Retention

We retain your documents and personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law. You can delete your documents at any time through the app, and they will be permanently removed from our servers.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our app and providing services to you
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or government request
  • Safety and Security: We may share information to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred

Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information we hold
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information and documents
  • Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
  • Opt-out: Opt-out of certain data collection and processing activities

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@jhobbie.com.

Third-Party Services

Our app may integrate with third-party services for enhanced functionality:

  • Cloud storage providers (for document storage)
  • Analytics services (for app improvement)
  • Crash reporting services (for stability)
  • Email services (for sharing documents)

These third-party services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

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

Email: info@jhobbie.com

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Consent

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