Privacy Policy for Online OCR

Effective Date: September 25, 2025
Last Updated: September 25, 2025

Introduction

Online OCR ("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 ("App"). By using our App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

1. Images and Camera Data

• Camera Access: We access your device's camera to capture images for text recognition processing

• Gallery Access: We access your photo gallery when you choose to upload existing images

• Image Processing: Images are processed locally on your device using Google ML Kit technology

• Image Storage: Images may be temporarily stored on your device for OCR history functionality

2. Extracted Text Data

• OCR Results: Text extracted from your images is stored locally on your device

• Search History: Your OCR history is maintained locally for your convenience

• Text Analysis: We analyze extracted text to identify phone numbers, emails, and URLs for smart actions

3. Device Information

• Device Identifiers: We may collect device-specific information for app functionality and advertising

• Operating System: Android version and device model for compatibility purposes

• App Usage: Information about how you interact with the App's features

4. Permissions Required

• Camera Permission: To capture images for OCR processing

• Storage Permission: To save/retrieve images and OCR history

• Media Access Permission: For Android 13+ devices to access gallery images

• Internet Permission: For displaying advertisements (when available)

How We Use Your Information

1. Core App Functionality

• Process images to extract text using on-device ML Kit technology

• Store OCR results locally for your history and reference

• Provide smart actions (call phone numbers, send emails, open URLs)

• Enable search functionality within your OCR history

2. App Improvement

• Analyze app usage patterns to improve user experience

• Optimize OCR accuracy and processing speed

• Develop new features based on user needs

3. Advertising

• Display relevant advertisements through Google AdMob

• Personalize ad content based on general app usage (not OCR content)

Data Processing and Storage

1. Local Processing

• All OCR processing happens entirely on your device

• No images or extracted text are sent to external servers

• Your data never leaves your device for OCR processing

• Processing is powered by Google ML Kit, which runs locally

2. Local Storage

• OCR history is stored in your device's internal storage

• Images are saved in the app's private directory

• All data remains on your device and under your control

3. Data Security

• Images and text data are stored securely in app-private directories

• No cloud storage or external server transmission of your OCR content

• Data is protected by Android's built-in security features

Third-Party Services

1. Google ML Kit

• We use Google ML Kit for on-device text recognition

• ML Kit processes images locally without sending data to Google servers

• Subject to Google's ML Kit Terms of Service

2. Google AdMob

• We may display advertisements through Google AdMob

• AdMob may collect device identifiers for ad personalization

• Subject to Google's Advertising Terms and Privacy Policy

• You can opt out of personalized advertising in your device settings

3. App Stores

• App distribution through Google Play Store

• Subject to respective app store privacy policies

• App store analytics may be collected automatically

Your Privacy Rights

1. Data Access and Control

• All your OCR data is stored locally and accessible through the app

• You can view, edit, or delete your OCR history at any time

• No account creation required - you maintain full control

2. Data Deletion

• Delete individual OCR history entries through the app

• Clear all history through app settings

• Uninstalling the app removes all local data

3. Permission Management

• Revoke app permissions through your device settings

• Camera and storage permissions can be disabled (may limit functionality)

• Manage ad personalization through device advertising settings

Data Sharing and Disclosure

1. No Data Sharing

• We do not share, sell, or rent your OCR content to third parties

• Your images and extracted text remain private and local

• No personal OCR data is transmitted outside your device

2. Limited Exceptions

We may disclose information only if required by law or to:

• Comply with legal obligations or court orders

• Protect our rights and safety

• Investigate potential violations of our terms

3. Anonymous Usage Data

• We may collect anonymous, aggregated usage statistics

• This data cannot be used to identify individual users

• Used solely for app improvement and analytics

Children's Privacy

Our App is not directed to children under 13 years of age. 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 such information immediately.

International Data Transfers

Since all OCR processing occurs locally on your device, your images and extracted text are not transferred internationally. Any anonymous usage data collected may be processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate.

Data Retention

1. Local Data

• OCR history and images are retained on your device until you delete them

• Data persists until you manually clear history or uninstall the app

• No automatic expiration of locally stored data

2. Usage Analytics

• Anonymous usage data may be retained for up to 2 years

• Used for app improvement and analytics purposes only

Security Measures

1. On-Device Security

• All sensitive data processing occurs on your device

• Images and text are stored in app-private directories

• Protected by Android's security architecture

2. Data Protection

• No transmission of OCR content reduces security risks

• Regular security updates through app store updates

• Adherence to mobile app security best practices

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we make changes:

• We will post the updated policy in the app and our website

• The "Last Updated" date will be revised

• Continued use of the app constitutes acceptance of changes

• Material changes will be highlighted in app notifications

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices:

• Email: [Your Contact Email]

• App Store: Contact through Google Play Store

• In-App: Use the feedback feature within the app

Consent and Agreement

By using the Online OCR app, you acknowledge that you have read this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. You consent to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.

Regional Privacy Rights

California Residents (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights regarding your personal information. Since we process data locally on your device, most CCPA rights are inherently protected.

European Union (GDPR)

For EU residents, we comply with GDPR principles. Your rights include access, rectification, erasure, and data portability - all of which are available through the app's local data management.

Note: This privacy policy reflects our commitment to privacy-by-design. By processing all OCR data locally on your device, we minimize privacy risks while providing powerful text recognition capabilities.

Version: 1.0
Effective Date: September 25, 2025