# Privacy Policy for OCR Text Scanner
**Last Updated:** 06/05/202
## Data Collection and Use
### What We Collect
**OCR Processing:**
- All text recognition happens on your device
- Images are NOT uploaded to any server
- Extracted text is stored locally on your device only
**Advertising (Google AdMob):**
- Advertising ID (for personalized ads)
- Device information (model, OS version)
- Approximate location (derived from IP address)
- Ad interaction data (views, clicks)
**Analytics:**
- Crash reports and diagnostics
- App performance data
- Anonymous usage statistics
### How We Use Data
- **OCR text**: Stored locally on your device for history feature
- **Ad data**: Used by Google AdMob to show relevant ads
- **Analytics**: Used to improve app stability and performance
### Third-Party Services
**Google ML Kit:** On-device text recognition. No images uploaded.
**Google AdMob:** Displays advertisements. Collects data for ad
personalization. You can opt out of personalized ads in your device
settings: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization.
**Google Play Services:** Provides core Android functionality and
crash reporting.
### Data Sharing
We do not sell your data. Data collected by AdMob is shared with
Google's advertising partners in accordance with Google's privacy policy.
### Your Rights
- **Opt out of personalized ads:** Android Settings > Google > Ads
- **Delete scan history:** Use "Clear All" button in app
- **Request data deletion:** Contact us at [your-email]
### Data Security
- All OCR processing happens on your device
- Scan history is stored locally and encrypted by Android
- No user accounts or login required
### Children's Privacy
This app is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly
collect data from children.
### Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this policy. Check this page periodically for changes.
### Contact Us
Email: rhoubiryoussef@gmail.com
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**Google Privacy Policy:** https://policies.google.com/privacy
**AdMob Privacy:** https://support.google.com/admob/answer/6128543