Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Bird Cam. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

Bird Cam is built with privacy as a core principle. By using Bird Cam, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you use Bird Cam, you may provide the following information:

• Photos of birds that you upload for identification
• App preferences and settings
• Feedback and support requests (if you contact us)

Photo Processing: When you upload a photo, it is processed by our AI service to identify the species and provide ornithological information. Photos are processed securely and are not stored permanently unless you choose to save them locally on your device.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

The application may collect certain information automatically, including:

• Device information (model, operating system version) for app functionality
• App usage statistics (stored locally only)
• Crash reports and error logs (only if you opt-in to share them for app improvement)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain the functionality of the application
• Process and analyze bird identification from uploaded photos
• Generate AI-powered information about bird species and behavior
• Improve app performance and user experience
• Provide customer support when requested

We do not use your information for advertising or marketing purposes.We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties for commercial purposes.

4. Data Storage and Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• Secure Communication: TLS encryption for all network communications
• Local Storage: Your identification history is stored locally on your device
• Temporary Processing: Photos are processed temporarily and deleted after analysis
• No Permanent Storage: We do not permanently store your uploaded photos on our servers

However, please note that no method of electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure. You are responsible for maintaining the security of your device.

5. Third-Party Services

Bird Cam uses the following third-party services:

• AI Service Provider: We use AI services to process images and provide species data. Your photos and data are sent securely to these services for processing and are not stored permanently.
• Analytics Service (Optional): We may use analytics services to understand app usage patterns and improve the app. These services only collect anonymized, aggregated data. You can opt-out of analytics in app settings.
• Crash Reporting (Optional): If you opt-in, crash reports may be sent to help us fix bugs. These reports do not include personal information or your photos.

6. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your information:

• Access: You can view your identification history within the app
• Delete: You can delete individual items or clear all data through app settings
• Opt-Out: You can opt-out of analytics and crash reporting in app settings
• Uninstall: Uninstalling the app permanently deletes all locally stored data

7. Children's Privacy

Bird Cam is intended for educational and birdwatching purposes. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can address your concerns.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy.

For significant changes, we may also notify you through the app. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: