App Name: HD Camera
Developer Name: Smart Alarm Apps
Contact Email: hardik.patil.hp001@gmail.com
1. Introduction
HD Camera (“App”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) is a photography application designed to help users capture photos, record videos, and manage media content using their Android devices.
We are committed to protecting user privacy and complying with:
Google Play Developer Program Policies
Android Camera & Media Policies
GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
India Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
By using this App, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
2. Permissions We Use
The App requests only the permissions necessary to provide its intended functionality.
📷 Camera Permission
Permission used:
CAMERA
Purpose:
Capture photos and videos
Provide camera-related features and functionality
Enable image and video creation by the user
📌 The camera is used only when the user actively uses camera features.
📌 The App does not access the camera in the background.
🎤 Microphone Permission
Permission used:
RECORD_AUDIO
Purpose:
Record audio while capturing videos
Support video recording functionality
📌 Audio recording occurs only when the user records a video.
📌 The App does not secretly record audio.
🖼️ Media & Storage Permissions
Permissions used:
READ_MEDIA_IMAGES
READ_MEDIA_VIDEO
READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE (Android 12 and below)
Purpose:
Display photos and videos stored on the device
Allow users to view, manage, and select media files
Support gallery and sharing features
📌 Media files remain stored on the user's device.
📌 The App does not upload personal photos or videos without user action.
🌐 Internet & Network Permissions
Permissions used:
INTERNET
ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
CHANGE_WIFI_STATE
Purpose:
Support optional online features
Improve application performance
Verify network connectivity
Load updates and advertisements (if applicable)
📌 No personal media content is transmitted without user interaction.
🔔 Notification Permission
Permission used:
POST_NOTIFICATIONS
Purpose:
Display application notifications and alerts
Notify users about important updates and camera-related activities
📌 Users may disable notifications at any time.
3. Information We Access
The App may access:
Photos captured by the user
Videos recorded by the user
Media files selected by the user
Basic network connectivity information
📌 All media processing is performed only to provide camera functionality.
4. Information We Do NOT Collect
The App does NOT collect or store:
❌ Contacts
❌ Call logs
❌ SMS messages
❌ Financial information
❌ Banking credentials
❌ Location data
❌ Personal passwords
📌 No account registration is required.
5. How We Use Information
We use information only to:
Capture photos and videos
Manage media content
Provide camera features
Improve application performance
📌 We do not track or profile users.
6. Data Sharing
We do not:
Sell user data
Share personal photos or videos
Upload media content to external servers without user action
📌 User media remains under the user's control.
7. Third-Party Services
The App may use:
Advertising services (such as AdMob)
Analytics and crash reporting services
These services may collect limited non-personal technical information according to their own privacy policies.
8. Important Compliance Notice ⚠️
📌 Camera permission is used solely for capturing photos and videos.
📌 Microphone permission is used only during video recording.
📌 The App does not secretly record audio, video, or take photographs.
📌 All camera and microphone access is initiated directly by the user.
9. Children's Privacy
This App is not intended for children under 13 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
10. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect user information.
📌 Photos and videos remain under the user's control and are stored on the device unless the user chooses to share them.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be reflected by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy.
12. Contact Us
📧 hardik.patil.hp001@gmail.com
Declaration
We declare that:
HD Camera does not collect, store, or sell personal user data without consent.
Camera and microphone permissions are used solely for photo and video capture functionality.
No hidden recording, surveillance, or tracking is performed.
User media remains under the user's control.
The App complies with Google Play Developer Program Policies.