Privacy Policy

Introduction

Plant Identifier ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application Plant Identifier (the "App"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Photos you upload for plant identification
• Account registration information (if applicable)
• Communications with our support team
• User-generated content such as plant collections and notes

Automatically Collected Information

• Device information (model, operating system version)
• App usage data and analytics
• Location data (only when you grant permission)
• IP address and network information
• Crash reports and performance data

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our plant identification service
• To improve the accuracy of our AI recognition algorithms
• To personalize your experience and provide relevant content
• To send you technical notices and support messages
• To analyze app usage and improve our services
• To comply with legal obligations
• To protect against fraud and unauthorized access

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our app and providing services
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred
• Consent: We may share information when you give us explicit consent to do so

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and regular security assessments. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Photos uploaded for identification are processed and may be stored to improve our AI algorithms, but they are not linked to your personal identity.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Right to access your personal information
• Right to correct inaccurate information
• Right to delete your personal information
• Right to restrict processing of your information
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to certain types of processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at tihomirvidenov@gmail.com.

Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.

Location Data

Our app may request access to your device's location to provide location-based features such as tracking where you found specific plants. This information is stored locally on your device and in your personal plant collection. You can disable location access at any time through your device settings.

Third-Party Services

Our app may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our app.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this 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. You are advised to review this privacy policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at: