Effective Date: Mon 25, May Last Updated: Mon 25, May
PaperLens - Document Scanner ("the App") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our document scanning application.
The App requests the following permissions to provide core functionality:
Camera Permission (android.permission.CAMERA)
Used exclusively to capture images of documents through the camera preview. Images are processed locally on your device.
Read Media Images & External Storage (android.permission.READ_MEDIA_IMAGES, android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE)
Used to access saved scans and images stored on your device for editing, organizing, and exporting.
Write External Storage (android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE)
Used to save scanned documents and exported PDFs to your device.
Vibration (android.permission.VIBRATE)
Used to provide haptic feedback during camera operations.
Document Images: All photographs captured through the camera
Scan Data: Processed documents, including edge detection and perspective correction
PDF Files: Generated documents and associated metadata
User Preferences: App settings and file organization data (stored locally via SharedPreferences)
All document scanning, image processing, and PDF generation occurs locally on your device. No images or documents are transmitted to external servers.
The App uses collected information for the following purposes:
Core Functionality: To capture, process, and export document scans as PDF files
Local Storage: To save your scans and maintain file history on your device
Personalization: To remember your app preferences and settings
Device Operation: To provide haptic feedback and improve user experience
The App integrates Google Mobile Ads for displaying advertisements. Google may collect limited analytics data for ad serving purposes. Please review Google's Privacy Policy for details.
The App uses PDF generation libraries (pdf and printing packages) for document creation. These libraries operate locally without external data transmission.
The App uses the in_app_review package to enable app store reviews. This does not collect personal data beyond your rating and optional review text submitted directly to the Play Store.
We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties except as described above or as required by law.
Local Storage: All scans, preferences, and user data are stored locally on your device using standard Android file systems and SharedPreferences
No Cloud Backup: The App does not automatically back up your documents to cloud services
Device Security: Your data is protected by your device's operating system security measures
Encryption: We recommend using device-level encryption for enhanced security
Data Access: You own all documents and data created within the App
Data Deletion: You can delete scans anytime through the App interface. Uninstalling the App will remove all associated data
Permission Control: You can disable permissions through your device settings at any time (note: some App features may not work without required permissions)
Advertising Preferences: Manage ad personalization through Google Ads Settings
The App does not collect information from children under 13 years old.
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices, technology, regulations, or other factors. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy in the App or via the Play Store listing. Your continued use of the App following modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: sachin.warlyani@gmail.com
Developer: Sachin Warlyani