Privacy Policy for CameraVault
Last Updated: January 6, 2025
Developer: Deineko Sergii
Introduction
CameraVault (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our mobile application CameraVault (the “App”).
By using our App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
- Encrypted Photos: The App captures and stores photos on your device in an encrypted format. All photos are encrypted using industry-standard encryption methods before being stored locally on your device.
- Photo Metadata: The App stores metadata associated with your photos, including:
- Timestamp of capture
- File size
- Orientation information
- Display names (if you choose to rename photos)
- Thumbnail images for gallery display
- Password: The App requires you to set a master password for encryption/decryption purposes. Your password is never stored in any form on your device. It is used only to authenticate your access to encrypted content. If you lose your password, encrypted photos cannot be recovered.
Encryption Keys
- Encryption Keys: The App uses industry-standard encryption methods to secure your data. Encryption keys are generated and managed securely on your device. Your password is required to access these keys for decryption purposes.
Local Processing Only
- All photo encryption, decryption, and storage operations occur entirely on your device
- We do not transmit, upload, or share your photos, passwords, or encryption keys with any external servers or third parties
- The App operates completely offline and does not require an internet connection
Purpose of Data Collection
- Photo Encryption: To secure your photos using industry-standard encryption
- Photo Storage: To store encrypted photos in the App’s private directory on your device
- Photo Display: To decrypt and display photos when you enter your password
- Photo Management: To allow you to view, rename, export, and delete your encrypted photos
Data Storage and Security
Storage Location
- All encrypted photos and metadata are stored in the App’s private directory on your device
- Files are stored using Android’s secure file system with app-specific permissions
- Encrypted photos are not accessible by other apps on your device
Security Measures
- Encryption: Photos are encrypted using industry-standard encryption algorithms before storage
- Key Management: Encryption keys are managed using secure cryptographic methods
- Password Security: Passwords are processed using secure key derivation functions
- Secure Storage: Encryption keys are stored using secure hardware-backed storage when available
- Memory Security: Decrypted photo data is cleared from memory when not in use
Data Retention
- Your encrypted photos remain on your device until you choose to delete them
- When you delete a photo through the App, the encrypted file is removed from your device
- We do not retain any copies of your photos after deletion
Permissions We Request
Camera Permission
- Purpose: Required to capture photos using your device’s camera
- Usage: The App uses this permission only to take photos when you press the capture button
- Storage: Photos are immediately encrypted and stored locally
Storage Permission (Android 9 and below only)
- Purpose: Required to export decrypted photos to your device’s external storage (Pictures/CameraVault folder)
- Usage: Only requested when you choose to export a photo
- Note: This permission is not required on Android 10 and above due to scoped storage
Data Sharing and Third Parties
No Data Sharing
- We do not share, sell, trade, or transmit your photos, passwords, encryption keys, or any other data to third parties
- We do not use analytics services, advertising networks, or tracking technologies
- We do not collect or transmit any personal information to external servers
No Cloud Services
- The App does not sync, backup, or upload your data to any cloud services
- All data remains exclusively on your device
Your Rights
Access and Control
- You have full control over your encrypted photos
- You can view, rename, export, or delete your photos at any time through the App
- You can change your encryption password in the App’s settings
Data Deletion
- You can delete individual photos or all photos through the App
- Uninstalling the App will remove all encrypted photos and associated data from your device
- Warning: If you lose your password, encrypted photos cannot be recovered
Children’s Privacy
Our App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Last Updated” date.
You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.
Data Breach Notification
In the unlikely event of a security breach that affects your data, we will notify you as soon as possible. However, since all data is stored locally on your device and encrypted, the risk of a remote data breach is minimal.
International Users
This Privacy Policy is intended for users worldwide. By using our App, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.
Compliance
This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
- Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
- Other applicable data protection laws
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Deineko Sergii
Email: deineko.sergii@gmail.com
Disclaimer
While we implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we are committed to protecting your privacy to the best of our ability.
Open Source Licenses
This application uses code and resources licensed under the Apache License 2.0, including components from the Android Open Source Project and Material Design icons. For license details, please refer to the “About” section within the App or visit: https://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
Note: This privacy policy applies only to the CameraVault mobile application. It does not apply to any third-party websites, services, or applications that may be linked from or accessible through our App.