🔒 Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 7, 2026
Summary: PicSweep – Photo Cleaner respects your privacy. Your photos are analyzed entirely on your device. We do not collect, store, or transmit your personal photos to any server.
1. Introduction
PicSweep – Photo Cleaner ("we", "our", or "the App") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our duplicate photo detection application.
2. Information We Do NOT Collect
- Photos: Your photos never leave your device. All duplicate detection, AI analysis, and processing happens locally on your iPhone or iPad.
- Personal Data: We do not collect names, emails, phone numbers, or any personally identifiable information through the app's core functionality.
- Location Data: We do not access or collect your location information.
3. Information We May Collect
The following information may be collected through third-party services:
- Analytics Data: Anonymous usage statistics (e.g., app opens, feature usage) via Firebase Analytics to improve app performance.
- Crash Reports: Anonymous crash logs via Firebase Crashlytics to identify and fix bugs.
- Advertising Data: Google AdMob may collect device identifiers for personalized advertising (for free users). You can opt out in your device settings.
- Purchase Information: RevenueCat processes subscription purchases. Payment is handled securely by Apple.
4. Photo Library Access
The App requires access to your Photo Library to:
- Scan for duplicate and similar photos
- Display photo thumbnails for review
- Delete photos you select (with your explicit confirmation)
This access is used solely for the app's core functionality. Photos are processed on-device and never uploaded to external servers.
5. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Firebase (Google): Analytics, Crashlytics, Remote Config
- Google AdMob: Advertising for free users
- RevenueCat: Subscription management
These services have their own privacy policies which we encourage you to review.
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures. Since photos are never transmitted off your device, there is no risk of photo data breach from our servers.
7. Children's Privacy
The App is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
8. Your Rights
You can:
- Revoke Photo Library access in iOS Settings at any time
- Opt out of personalized ads in iOS Settings → Privacy → Tracking
- Request deletion of any data by contacting us
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.