Privacy Policy for GeoStamp Camera

Effective Date: March 17, 2026 Developer: Muhammad Ilyas Contact: muhammadilyas15@gmail.com

1. Introduction

GeoStamp Camera ("we", "our", "the app") is a GPS photo stamping application that overlays location data, address, date, and altitude onto your photos. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our mobile application.

By using GeoStamp Camera, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Photos — Images you capture with the camera or select from your gallery
• Project details — Project names, descriptions, and color preferences you create to organize photos
• Notes — Text notes you attach to individual photos
• Custom logo — Watermark images you optionally add to photo stamps (Premium feature)

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• GPS location data — Latitude, longitude, altitude, accuracy, bearing, and speed captured at the time you take or stamp a photo
• Address — Reverse-geocoded street address derived from GPS coordinates using your device's built-in Geocoder (no external API calls)
• Device information — Device model, manufacturer, OS version, and app version included in crash reports
• Advertising identifiers — Used by Google AdMob for ad personalization (free tier only)

2.3 Information NOT Collected

• We do not collect your name, email address, phone number, or any personal identity information
• We do not require account creation or sign-in
• We do not collect browsing history, contacts, or messages
• We do not track your location in the background — location is only accessed when you actively take or stamp a photo

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Stamp your photos with GPS coordinates, address, date, and altitude
• Organize your photos into projects
• Export project reports as CSV files for your records
• Display relevant advertisements to free-tier users
• Fix crashes and improve app stability via crash reports
• Process one-time premium purchases via Google Play Billing

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Local Storage

• All your data is stored entirely on your device — photos, projects, location metadata, and settings
• Photos are saved as JPEG files in the app's private internal storage directory
• Project and photo metadata are stored in a local SQLite database (Room)
• User preferences (stamp settings, theme, premium status) are stored in SharedPreferences

4.2 No Cloud Storage

• GeoStamp Camera does not upload your photos, location data, or project data to any cloud server
• There is no account system, no cloud sync, and no remote backup
• Your data never leaves your device except when you explicitly share or export it

4.3 Security Measures

• Photos and database are stored in the app's private internal directory, inaccessible to other apps
• All network communication (ads, crash reports, billing) uses HTTPS/TLS encryption
• No passwords or credentials are stored by the app

5. Data Sharing

5.1 We Do NOT Sell Your Data

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

5.2 User-Initiated Sharing

• When you use the Share feature, photos are shared via Android's system share sheet to the app of your choice (WhatsApp, email, etc.)
• When you export a project as CSV, the file is shared via the system share sheet
• We do not control how third-party apps handle shared content

5.3 Third-Party Services

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

5.4 Ad Personalization

• Free-tier users see advertisements served by Google AdMob
• AdMob may use device identifiers and usage data for ad personalization
• You can opt out of personalized ads through your device settings (Settings > Google > Ads)
• Premium users see no advertisements

6. Photos and Location Data

6.1 Photo Storage

• Photos are captured or selected only when you explicitly choose to take or import them
• Photos are stored in the app's private internal storage on your device
• Photos are never uploaded to any server or shared with third parties automatically
• You can delete photos at any time from within the app

6.2 Location Data

• GPS location is accessed only when you actively take a photo or stamp a gallery image
• Location is not tracked in the background
• Location data (coordinates, altitude, bearing, speed) is stored locally alongside each photo
• Address is resolved using your device's built-in Geocoder — no external location API is called
• You can revoke location permission at any time in your device settings

6.3 Data Export

• You can export project data as CSV files containing photo metadata (coordinates, address, timestamp, notes)
• Exported files are shared via Android's share sheet — you control where the file goes

7. Children's Privacy

GeoStamp Camera is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will delete it promptly.

8. Your Rights and Choices

8.1 Access and Control

• You can view all your photos and project data within the app at any time
• You can edit or delete any project or photo you have created
• You can export your data as CSV for your records

8.2 Data Deletion

• Delete individual photos from the Photo Viewer screen
• Delete entire projects (and all associated photos) from the Projects screen
• Uninstalling the app removes all locally stored data, photos, and database
• No cloud data exists to delete — all data is local-only

8.3 Permissions

• You can revoke Camera, Location, or Notification permissions at any time via your device's Settings > Apps > GeoStamp Camera > Permissions
• Without Location permission, photos will not include GPS stamp data
• Without Camera permission, you can still stamp gallery photos

8.4 Ad Preferences

• Premium purchase removes all advertisements permanently
• You can opt out of personalized ads via device settings (Settings > Google > Ads)

9. GDPR Compliance (European Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights:

• Right to access — request a copy of your data
• Right to rectification — correct inaccurate data
• Right to erasure — request deletion of your data
• Right to restrict processing — limit how we use your data
• Right to data portability — receive your data in a portable format (CSV export available)
• Right to object — object to data processing for marketing

The app uses Google's User Messaging Platform (UMP) to obtain consent for data processing and personalized advertising in compliance with GDPR.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at muhammadilyas15@gmail.com.

10. Data Retention

We keep your information only for as long as it is needed for the purposes described in this policy.

• All of your entries stay on your device. We operate no server for this data and never receive a copy of it, so there is nothing for us to retain. Your data is kept until you delete the individual entry, clear the app's storage, or uninstall the App. Uninstalling removes all of it from the device.
• Crash reports (Firebase Crashlytics) — automatically deleted after 90 days.
• Analytics data (Firebase Analytics) — retained in aggregated, non-identifying form for a maximum of 14 months, then automatically deleted.
• Support emails — if you contact us, your message is retained for up to 24 months after your enquiry is resolved, then deleted.
• Purchase records — retained by Google Play for the period required by applicable tax and accounting law. We do not hold separate copies.

11. Data Deletion — How to Delete Your Data

You can delete your data at any time. Delete individual entries Open any entry in the App and tap Delete. It is removed immediately from the device. Uninstall Uninstalling the App removes all locally stored data from your device. Request deletion by email If you cannot access the App, or you want written confirmation that your data has been erased, email us at muhammadilyas15@gmail.com with the subject line "GeoStamp Camera – Data Deletion Request". We will verify the request, delete all associated data, and confirm by email within 30 days. There is no charge for this.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy
• Posting a notice within the app

Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us at:

Email: muhammadilyas15@gmail.com Developer: Muhammad Ilyas

Privacy Policy URL: https://itworldpro.com/geostamp-camera/privacy-policy