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Privacy Policy
Wood Identification App
Last updated: April 22, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Wood Identification ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our mobile application. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our practices.

1. Information We Collect

Images you scan: When you photograph or upload a wood sample, the image is sent to our secure backend server for AI analysis. We do not permanently store your images — they are processed in real time and discarded immediately after identification.

Scan history: Your past scan results (wood names, properties, timestamps) are stored locally on your device. This data never leaves your device unless you explicitly share it.

Log data: In the case of an error, we may collect data such as your device IP address, device name, operating system version, and timestamps. This is used solely to fix bugs and improve stability.

Purchase information: If you subscribe to Premium, your purchase is handled by Google Play. We receive only your subscription status through RevenueCat and never see your payment details.

2. How We Use Your Information

3. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may process your data:

  • OpenAI — processes wood images for AI identification. Images are sent securely and not stored after processing. Privacy Policy →
  • RevenueCat — manages subscription status and purchase verification. Privacy Policy →
  • Google AdMob — shows advertisements to free-tier users. May collect device identifiers for ad personalisation. Privacy Policy →
  • Google Play Services — handles app distribution and in-app purchases. Privacy Policy →
  • Vercel — hosts our backend API. Images pass through Vercel servers for processing only. Privacy Policy →

4. Camera and Photo Library Access

Our app requests access to your camera and photo library solely to allow you to scan wood surfaces. We do not access your camera or photos without your explicit action (tapping the Camera or Gallery button).

Images are only used for wood identification and are not shared, sold, or used for any other purpose.

5. Advertising

Free-tier users see advertisements served by Google AdMob. These ads may be personalised based on your device's advertising ID. You can opt out of personalised ads in your device settings:

Premium subscribers see no advertisements whatsoever.

6. Cookies

This app does not use cookies directly. However, third-party services such as AdMob and Google Analytics may use cookies or similar identifiers to collect information and improve their services.

7. Data Storage and Security

Your scan history is stored locally on your device and is not uploaded to our servers. We use industry-standard HTTPS encryption for all data transmitted between the app and our servers.

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

8. Children's Privacy

Wood Identification is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately using the form below.

9. Your Rights

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

Questions about your privacy?

Have a question about how we handle your data, or want to request deletion of your information? Fill out our contact form and we'll get back to you promptly.

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