Effective Date: July 6, 2025
Welcome to Rock Identifier, a mobile application developed by JanoGroup LLC that helps users identify rocks and minerals using artificial-intelligence–powered image recognition. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices available to you. By downloading or using Rock Identifier, you agree to the terms described here.
No Account Required: You do not need to create an account or sign in.
No PII Collected: We do not collect personally identifiable information (such as name, email address, phone number, or physical location).
Uploaded Images: When you take or select a photo for identification, it is processed by our AI model.
Processing Location:
On-Device Processing: If supported by your device, image analysis happens locally, and no image data leaves your phone.
Cloud Processing: On older or less powerful devices, images may be sent securely (via HTTPS) to our cloud service for identification. These images are not stored long-term and are automatically deleted within 24 hours after results are returned.
All app-generated data stays on your device unless you choose to share it:
Identification History: Log of past identifications (rock/mineral name, date/time, confidence score, optional notes).
App Settings: Preferences like theme (light/dark), measurement units, and notification options.
User Notes: Any personal notes or tags you attach to identifications.
You may delete this data at any time through the app’s settings.
To improve app reliability and performance, we may collect anonymized, aggregated statistics, such as:
Frequency of app launches and session duration
Features used (e.g., number of identifications performed)
Crash logs and performance diagnostics (only if you opt in)
This data is anonymous and cannot be linked back to you.
We integrate with the following services:
AI Model Provider: If cloud processing is used, your images are processed securely by our backend. No third party retains or reuses your images.
Platform Services: Google Play Services (Android) and Apple App Store frameworks (iOS) may collect crash reports and diagnostics. Please review their privacy policies for details.
Analytics & Crash Reporting (Optional): We may use services like Firebase Analytics or Sentry to collect anonymized usage and crash data. You can opt out in the app’s privacy settings.
Encryption in Transit: All communication with our servers uses HTTPS/TLS.
On-Device Protection: When supported, we use secure storage systems such as Android Keystore or iOS Keychain.
No Long-Term Storage: Images or identification data are not stored on our servers beyond what is required to process the request.
We follow industry best practices but cannot guarantee absolute security. Please protect your device with a passcode or biometric lock.
Rock Identifier is intended for users aged 13 and above. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe your child has provided information, please contact us so we can promptly delete it.
Rock Identifier is provided “as is” and “as available.” JanoGroup LLC makes no warranties—express or implied—about accuracy or suitability for a specific purpose. We are not responsible for outcomes such as misidentification, data loss, or damages resulting from app use. This app is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional geological or scientific advice.
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. If significant changes occur, we will notify you in-app or update the “Effective Date” above. Continued use of the app after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us:
Email: janogroupllc@gmail.com
Website: https://janogroupllc.com
Address: JanoGroup LLC, Washington, DC, USA