This Privacy Policy describes how developer **PIONEER SOCIAL MEDIA APPLICATIONS** ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and discloses information when you use the **Antique Identifier & Scanner** mobile application (the "App") available on Google Play.
By downloading, installing, or using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this policy, please do not use the App.
## 1. Information We Collect
### 1.1 Information You Provide
- **Photos/Images** you capture or upload for antique identification purposes.
- **Search queries and item descriptions** you enter (e.g., item name, category, notes) to assist identification.
- **Saved/favorited items** and identification history within the App.
### 1.2 Automatically Collected Information
- **Device information** — device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers (such as Advertising ID), and language settings.
- **Usage data** — app interactions, feature usage, session length, and crash/diagnostic logs, collected to improve app performance.
### 1.3 Permissions
The App may request the following device permissions:
- **Camera** — to capture photos of antiques/items for identification.
We do not access sensitive permissions (contacts, microphone, SMS, call logs) unless a specific in-app feature requires it, in which case we will provide a prominent, in-context disclosure before requesting access.
## 2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Analyze and identify antiques, collectibles, or items submitted via photo using image recognition/AI technology.
- Provide estimated identification results, category matches, and general information about submitted items.
- Save your identification history and favorites within the App (if you use these features).
- Personalize your experience and improve identification accuracy.
- Analyze usage trends to improve App performance, stability, and features.
- Detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or abuse.
- Comply with legal obligations.
**Important Disclaimer:** Identification results are generated using automated image recognition and/or AI models and are provided for general informational purposes only. They do not constitute professional appraisal, authentication, or valuation advice. We recommend consulting a certified appraiser for financial, insurance, or resale decisions.
We do **not** sell your personal data to third parties.
## 3. Data Storage and Security
- We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction, including encryption in transit.
- No method of electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure; we cannot guarantee absolute security.
## 4. Third-Party Services
The App may use the following third-party services, which may collect information used to identify you:
Google Analytics for Firebase] App usage analytics
Google AdMob] | Displaying in-app advertisements
Firebase Cloud Messaging] Push notifications
Google Play Billing] | In-app purchases (if applicable)
> We use third-party advertising partners to serve ads. These partners may use cookies, advertising identifiers, and similar technologies to collect information about your interactions with the App to provide personalized advertising.
## 5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share information only in the following circumstances:
- With **service providers** who perform services on our behalf (image recognition/AI processing, analytics, hosting, crash reporting), bound by confidentiality obligations.
- To comply with **legal obligations**, court orders, or government requests.
- To protect the **rights, property, or safety** of our users, the App, or others.
- In connection with a **merger, acquisition, or sale of assets**, with prior notice to users where required.
We do not share your photos or personal data with third parties for purposes unrelated to the App's core identification functionality, except as disclosed above.
## 6. Data Retention and Deletion
- We retain your data (including images and identification history) for as long as your account/App installation is active or as needed to provide the App's features.
- You may delete your saved items, history, or images at any time within the App via [Settings > History > Delete].
- To request full account and data deletion, email us at **developer@pioneertechhub.com** with the subject "Data Deletion Request."
## 7. Children's Privacy
The App is not directed at children under the age of 13 (or the minimum age required in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at **developer@pioneertechhub.com** and we will promptly delete it.
## 8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights under applicable data protection laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA/CPRA), including the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you, including submitted images.
- Request correction or deletion of your data.
- Object to or restrict certain processing.
- Data portability.
- Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent).
## 9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy. For material changes, we will provide prominent in-app notice and, where required, seek your consent.
## 10. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us at: developer@pioneertechhub.com