Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how ScanItBuyIt ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our shopping application. By downloading or using the App, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect only what is necessary to provide our services:
- Name — collected during account registration to personalize your experience and process orders.
- Email address — used for account creation, order confirmations, and customer support.
- Camera access — used only when you scan products or QR codes. Images are not stored beyond your active session unless you explicitly save them.
- Microphone access — used only for voice search features, if enabled. Voice input is processed in real time and not stored.
- Order & transaction data — details of your purchases to fulfill and manage orders.
- Device information — device type and OS version, used for technical diagnostics only.
3. How We Use Your Information
- To create and manage your account.
- To process, fulfill, and confirm your orders.
- To send order updates, receipts, and support responses.
- To enable product scanning and voice search features.
- To improve App performance and fix technical issues.
- To comply with applicable legal obligations.
4. No Third-Party Sharing
We do not share your data with advertisers, analytics platforms, or data brokers. Data may only be disclosed when required by law, to protect safety, or to service providers operating solely on our behalf under strict confidentiality agreements.
5. Camera & Microphone Permissions
These permissions are:
- Requested only at the moment they are needed — never in the background.
- Fully optional — core shopping features work without granting them.
- Revocable at any time through your device's app settings.
We do not use your camera or microphone for surveillance or profiling of any kind.
6. Data Retention & Security
We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request account and data deletion at any time. We use encryption in transit (TLS) and at rest to protect your data.
7. Children's Privacy
Our App is intended for users aged 13 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will promptly delete it.
8. Your Rights
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Request deletion of your account and personal data.
- Withdraw camera or microphone consent via device settings.
- Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or an in-app notification. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
10. Contact Us
For any privacy-related questions or requests, please contact us at:
ScanIt . BuyIt
