Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 2026 

Developer: Dounia Elmelloukly 

Contact: elmelloukyd@gmail.com

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Players Card ("the App") collects, uses, and protects user information. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and complying with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.

By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

When you use Players Card, we may process the following types of information:

• Photos of sports cards you submit for identification

• Card details returned by the AI (player name, year, brand, set, value)

• Collection data stored locally on your device (card grades, purchase prices, notes)

• App version and device operating system

We do not collect:

• Names, email addresses, or phone numbers

• Location data or contacts

No account creation is required.

3. How We Use Information

We process user data to:

• Provide AI-powered card identification

• Estimate and track market values

• Organize and manage your card collection

• Improve app performance and user experience

• Maintain security and prevent abuse

We do not sell, rent, or trade user data.

4. AI Processing – Google Gemini API

To power card identification and market value estimates, Players Card uses the Google Gemini Generative AI API.

When you submit a card photo:

• The image is securely transmitted to Google's servers for identification.

• Data is processed solely to generate the requested identification result.

• We do not transmit personal identifiers such as your name or email.

• We do not use your content for advertising, profiling, or marketing.

Google processes data in accordance with its Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Users are advised not to submit images containing sensitive personal information.

5. Data Storage and Retention

• Your card collection, photos, and preferences are stored locally on your device.

• We do not maintain independent servers storing your content.

• Data transmitted to Google Gemini API is processed in real time.

• We do not retain copies of submitted images on our systems.

• If you delete the app, all locally stored data is removed from your device.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

• We do not share user data with advertisers or third parties.

• Card photos are only shared with Google Gemini API for the purpose of AI identification.

• We may disclose information only if required by law or valid legal process.

7. Subscriptions and In-App Purchases

Players Card may offer premium features through in-app purchases or subscriptions managed by Apple.

• Payments are processed through your Apple ID.

• Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period.

• Subscription terms are governed by Apple's EULA and App Store Terms of Service.

• We do not collect or store payment information.

8. Children's Privacy

Players Card is intended for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal data, please contact us and we will take appropriate action.

9. iCloud Backup

If iCloud backup is enabled on your device, app data stored locally may be included in your iCloud backups in accordance with Apple's iCloud policies. You can manage this in your device settings.

10. Your Rights (EEA and Similar Jurisdictions)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to:

• Access your data

• Request correction

• Request deletion

• Object to processing

• Request restriction of processing

Because most data is stored locally on your device, you maintain direct control over your information.

11. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical safeguards to protect data transmission. Communication with Google Gemini API is encrypted using secure protocols (HTTPS). However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes become effective upon publication within the App. Continued use of the App after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact

If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Dounia Elmelloukly Email: 

elmelloukyd@gmail.com

Last Updated: March 2026