Privacy Policy - Rock Identifier App

1. Introduction

Welcome to Rock Identifier. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you use our app to identify rocks, minerals, and stones.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of information:

Account Information: Name, email address, and login details if you create an account
Scan Content: Photos you upload or capture, scan history, saved discoveries, and notes you choose to store
Identification Results: Suggested rock or mineral matches, related metadata, and app-generated analysis
Purchase Information: Subscription status, selected plan (Weekly $6.99 or Yearly $39.99), transaction identifiers, and billing history processed through Apple App Store or Google Play
Device Information: Device model, operating system, app version, language, and unique device identifiers
Usage Data: Feature usage, session activity, crash reports, diagnostics, and performance data
Camera and Photo Access: We access your camera or photo library only when you choose to scan or upload an image

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

To provide rock and mineral identification services
To generate, display, and improve scan results and educational content
To store your scan history, favorites, and account preferences
To process subscriptions or purchases and manage premium access
To provide support and respond to inquiries
To monitor app performance, fix bugs, and improve reliability
To detect misuse, fraud, or security issues
To comply with legal obligations

4. Purchases and Subscriptions

Rock Identifier offers premium auto-renewing subscriptions with the following plans:

Weekly Plan: $6.99 per week, automatically renews every week
Yearly Plan: $39.99 per year, automatically renews annually

These plans do not include a free trial. Payments are processed by Apple App Store or Google Play, and we do not store your full payment card details.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information only in limited circumstances, including:

Service Providers: Vendors that help us host, maintain, analyze, or support the app
Payment Platforms: Apple App Store and Google Play for billing and purchase validation
Analytics and Diagnostics Providers: To understand performance, usage trends, and technical issues
Legal Requirements: When disclosure is required by law or necessary to protect rights, safety, or security

6. Data Storage and Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Data may be encrypted in transit and, where applicable, at rest. No security measure is perfect, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as reasonably necessary to provide the app, maintain your account, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Retention periods may vary depending on the type of data and how you use the service.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold about you
Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
Request deletion of your personal data
Object to or restrict certain processing activities
Receive a portable copy of your data where applicable
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

9. Children's Privacy

Rock Identifier is not intended for children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal data through the app, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed in countries other than the one where you live. When we transfer data internationally, we take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the revised version on this page and update the "Last updated" date above. Continued use of the app after changes become effective means you accept the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Email: info@tmt.com.tr
Website: www.tmtyazilim.info/RockIdentifier