WeaveLapse Privacy Policy

Thank you for using WeaveLapse! We understand the importance of your privacy, and we have created this Privacy Policy to help you understand how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information.

1. Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to the WeaveLapse application (referred to as "this app", "our app", or "the app"). This policy describes how we handle your personal information when you use our app.

2. Information Collection

2.1 Types of Information We Collect

WeaveLapse is a professional time-lapse photography app. We only collect the minimum information necessary to provide our services:

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, app version, and other technical information to optimize app performance
• Usage Data: App crash logs and performance data to improve app stability
• Analytics Data: App usage patterns, feature interactions, session duration, user engagement metrics, and anonymous user behavior data collected through Firebase Analytics to understand user preferences and improve user experience
• Camera Data: Photos and videos you capture through the app, stored only on your local device

2.2 Information We Do NOT Collect

• Personal identification information (such as name, phone number, email address)
• Location information or GPS data
• Contact information
• Browsing history or other app usage data
• Any user-generated content (photos and videos remain completely on your device)

3. Permissions Usage

3.1 Camera Permission

• Purpose: Used to capture time-lapse photos and videos
• Necessity: This is the core functionality of the app; without this permission, the app cannot function properly
• Data Processing: All captured content is stored only in your device's local storage

3.2 Storage Permission

• Purpose: Save your time-lapse creations to device storage
• Necessity: Required to save and manage your creative content
• Scope: Only accesses the app's dedicated storage directory

4. Information Usage

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Provide core time-lapse photography functionality
• Optimize app performance and user experience
• Fix technical issues and improve app stability
• Develop new features and improve existing functionality

5. Information Storage and Security

5.1 Local Storage

• All your photos and video content are stored completely on your local device
• We do not upload your creative content to any servers
• App settings and preferences are stored in the device's app sandbox directory

5.2 Data Security

• We employ industry-standard security measures to protect data
• All data transmissions are encrypted
• Regular security audits and updates are performed

6. Third-Party Services

WeaveLapse may integrate the following third-party services to provide a better user experience:

6.1 Firebase Analytics (Google)

• Purpose: Used to collect app usage analytics and user behavior data to understand which features users prefer and improve user experience
• Data Collected: App events, session duration, device information, app crashes, and user engagement metrics
• Data Processing: Data is processed by Google in accordance with Google's Privacy Policy
• Data Retention: Analytics data is automatically deleted after 26 months
• Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy

6.2 Crash Analytics

• Used to collect app crash and performance data
• Helps us quickly identify and fix issues
• Does not contain any personally identifiable information

6.3 App Store Services

• Downloaded and updated through App Store / Google Play
• Subject to respective platform privacy policies

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We promise:

• No Sale: We will never sell your personal information
• Limited Sharing: We only share anonymous analytics data with Google Firebase for app improvement purposes
• No Personal Data Sharing: Unless required by law, we will not share your personally identifiable information with third parties
• Minimization: We only process the minimum necessary data

7.1 Legal Disclosure Requirements

We may need to disclose information in the following circumstances:

• Compliance with laws, regulations, court orders, or government requirements
• Protection of our rights, property, or security
• Prevention of fraud or other illegal activities

8. User Rights

You have the following rights regarding your information:

8.1 Right to Access

• Know what information we have collected about you
• Understand how we use your information

8.2 Right to Delete

• Deleting the app will automatically delete all locally stored data
• You can clear app data at any time in device settings

8.3 Right to Control

• Manage app permissions in device settings
• Control which features can access your data

9. Children's Privacy Protection

We take children's privacy protection very seriously:

• This app is intended for users aged 13 and above
• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13
• If we discover that we have collected children's information, we will delete it immediately
• We recommend parental supervision when children use this app

10. Cross-Border Data Transfer

Since WeaveLapse primarily operates on local devices:

• Your creative content is not transferred across borders
• Anonymous analytics data may be transmitted to Google's servers worldwide for Firebase Analytics processing
• Technical data may be transmitted to our servers for analysis
• We ensure any cross-border transfers comply with applicable data protection laws including GDPR
• Google Firebase complies with international data transfer requirements and privacy frameworks

11. Privacy Policy Updates

We may periodically update this Privacy Policy:

• Significant changes will be notified to users within the app
• Updated versions will be published on our website
• Continued use of the app indicates acceptance of the updated policy
• We recommend reviewing this policy regularly

12. Governing Law

The interpretation and enforcement of this Privacy Policy are subject to the following laws and regulations:

• Applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union (if applicable)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) (if applicable)
• Other applicable international data protection laws

13. Contact Us

14. Additional Terms

14.1 Policy Language

This Privacy Policy is provided in English as the primary version. If other language versions are available, the English version takes precedence.

14.2 Severability

If any provision of this policy is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain in effect.

14.3 Entire Agreement

This Privacy Policy constitutes the complete agreement between you and us regarding privacy matters.