Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 19, 2026
Effective date: March 19, 2026 | This policy complies with GDPR, CCPA, PECR, and UK Data Protection Act
📋 Summary of Key Points
What personal information do we process?
Limited device data, app usage analytics, and subscription information only.
Do we process sensitive personal information?
No, we do not process sensitive personal information.
Do we collect information from third parties?
No, we do not collect any information from third parties.
How do we keep your information safe?
Local processing, encryption, and strict security measures.
🛡️ Privacy First, Always
This Privacy Notice for PiKlean (operated by Mameraz Software) describes how and why we access, collect, store, use, and/or share your personal information when you use our mobile application "PiKlean: Gallery Cleaner" and related services. PiKlean is designed with privacy as a core principle - all photo processing happens locally on your device, and we never upload, store, or access your photos on our servers.
1. Information We Collect
Device and App Information
- Device Type: iOS device model and specifications
- Operating System: iOS version and system configuration
- App Version: PiKlean version and build number
- Performance Data: App performance metrics and crash reports
- Storage Information: Available storage space (for optimization)
Usage Analytics
- Feature Usage: Which features you use and how frequently
- Session Data: App session duration and frequency
- Photo Processing: Number of photos analyzed (anonymous counts only)
- User Interface: Screen navigation and interaction patterns
Subscription and Payment Information
- Subscription Status: Free, premium monthly, premium yearly, or lifetime
- Purchase History: Transaction dates and amounts (via RevenueCat)
- App Store Data: Apple ID and purchase receipts (handled by Apple)
🚨 What We DON'T Collect
- ❌ Your photos or photo content
- ❌ Photo metadata (locations, dates, camera settings)
- ❌ Personal identification information (name, email, phone)
- ❌ Location data or GPS coordinates
- ❌ Contacts or social media information
- ❌ Biometric data or health information
2. How We Use Your Information
Service Provision
- Core Functionality: Provide photo analysis and organization features
- Performance Optimization: Improve app speed and reliability
- Feature Development: Understand which features are most valued
- Bug Fixes: Identify and resolve technical issues
Subscription Management
- Access Control: Manage premium feature access based on subscription
- Payment Processing: Handle subscription billing and renewals
- Customer Support: Provide technical assistance for subscription issues
Analytics and Improvement
- Usage Patterns: Understand how people use PiKlean
- Feature Optimization: Improve user experience and interface
- Performance Monitoring: Ensure app stability and speed
- Business Insights: Make informed decisions about app development
🔒 Privacy-First Usage
All data usage is anonymized and aggregated. We never analyze individual user behavior or identify specific users in our analytics. Your privacy is protected by design.
3. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR Article 6)
We process your information only when we have a valid legal basis under GDPR:
- Legitimate Interest: Providing and improving our photo organization service
- Contractual Necessity: Managing your subscription and providing premium features
- Legal Compliance: Meeting our legal and regulatory obligations
- Consent: Where required for specific data processing activities
⚖️ Our Legitimate Interests
- Providing a secure and reliable photo organization service
- Improving app performance and user experience
- Preventing fraud and ensuring service security
- Understanding usage patterns to develop better features
4. Data Security
We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:
Technical Security
- Local Processing: All photo analysis happens on your device
- Encryption: Data in transit is encrypted using industry-standard protocols
- Access Controls: Strict internal access limits to any collected data
- Regular Audits: Periodic security assessments and penetration testing
- Breach Notification: We will notify you of any security breach within 72 hours (GDPR requirement)
Organizational Security
- Employee Training: Regular privacy and security training for all staff
- Need-to-Know Basis: Access limited to personnel who need data for their job
- Confidentiality Agreements: All employees sign strict confidentiality agreements
- Security Policies: Comprehensive internal security and privacy policies
🛡️ Your Photos Are Safe
Because all photo processing happens locally on your device, your photos never leave your iPhone/iPad. We cannot access, view, or download your photos even if we wanted to. This is our core privacy promise.
5. Your Privacy Rights
GDPR Rights (EU/UK Users)
- Right to Access: Know what data we have about you
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
- Right to Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
- Right to Restrict: Limit how we use your data
- Right to Object: Object to certain types of processing
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Change your mind about consent-based processing
CCPA Rights (California Users)
- Right to Know: Understand what personal information is collected
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt-out of sale of personal information (we don't sell data)
- Right to Non-Discrimination: Not receive different treatment for exercising privacy rights
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
- Email: privacy@piklean.app
- Subject: "Privacy Rights Request"
- Information Needed: Your Apple ID (if applicable) and description of your request
⏱️ Response Time
We will respond to your privacy rights request within 30 days (45 days for complex requests). We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests.
Consent Revocation for Personalized Ads (EEA, UK, Switzerland)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the UK, or Switzerland and have previously consented to personalized advertising, you have the right to revoke that consent at any time.
🔄 How to Revoke Consent for Personalized Ads
In-App Revocation:
- Open PiKlean app on your device
- Go to Settings → Privacy
- Tap on Ad Personalization Settings
- Select Revoke Consent or Reset Ad Preferences
- You will be presented with the consent message again to make a new choice
Alternative Method:
You can also email us at privacy@piklean.app with the subject "Revoke Ad Consent" and we will reset your consent preferences within 24 hours.
📱 What Happens After Revocation
- You will see the consent message again when you next open the app
- You can choose to consent or not consent to personalized ads
- If you do not consent, you will see non-personalized ads instead
- Your choice can be changed at any time through the app settings
- Revoking consent does not affect other app functionality
⚠️ Important Notice for EEA/UK/Switzerland Users
Under GDPR and local privacy laws, you have the right to:
- Revoke consent for personalized advertising at any time
- Receive non-personalized ads if you do not consent
- Not be penalized for refusing or revoking consent
- Access the full functionality of PiKlean regardless of your ad consent choice
Consent Revocation Link: https://piklean.netlify.app/privacy#consent-revocation
6. Children's Privacy (COPPA & GDPR-K)
PiKlean is not intended for children under 13 (or under 16 in the EU/UK without parental consent). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Age Restrictions
- Under 13: Strictly prohibited from using PiKlean
- 13-17 (US/International): May use with parental consent
- Under 16 (EU/UK): Requires parental consent for data processing
Parental Controls
- Parents can monitor and restrict app usage through iOS Screen Time
- Parents can request deletion of their child's data
- We will delete children's data upon parental request
👨👩👧👦 For Parents
If you believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at privacy@piklean.app with "Child Privacy" in the subject line. We will promptly delete the information.
7. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate protection for international data transfers:
Transfer Mechanisms
- Local Processing: All photo analysis happens on your device
- Limited Transfers: Only anonymous analytics data may be transferred
- Adequate Protection: Transfers comply with GDPR Standard Contractual Clauses
- US Privacy: Complies with US state privacy laws including CCPA
Data Storage Locations
- Your Device: All photos and sensitive data remain on your iOS device
- Analytics Servers: Anonymous usage data may be stored in secure US/EU servers
- Subscription Data: Managed by RevenueCat (US-based) with GDPR compliance
🌍 Global Privacy Protection
Regardless of where data is processed, we apply the same high privacy standards globally. Your privacy rights are protected regardless of your location.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or business operations.
Update Process
- Material Changes: We will notify you of significant changes
- Notification Methods: In-app notifications, email, or app store updates
- Effective Date: Changes take effect on the "Last updated" date
- Continued Use: Continued app use constitutes acceptance of updated policy
Review Frequency
- We review this policy annually for compliance and accuracy
- Major legal changes may trigger immediate updates
- Feature additions may require policy clarifications
📚 Policy History
- March 19, 2026: Initial comprehensive privacy policy
- Future updates: Will be documented here
9. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Data Protection Officer
For GDPR-related inquiries, you can also contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@piklean.app with "DPO" in the subject line.
Response Times
- General Inquiries: Response within 5 business days
- Privacy Rights Requests: Response within 30 days
- Data Breach Notifications: Within 72 hours of discovery
- Urgent Privacy Issues: Within 24 hours
🛡️ Privacy Guarantee
PiKlean is committed to protecting your privacy. Your photos never leave your device, we collect minimal anonymous data for service improvement only, and we never sell your information to third parties. This policy is regularly reviewed to ensure compliance with global privacy regulations.
⚖️ Regulatory Compliance
This privacy policy complies with GDPR (EU), CCPA (California), PECR (UK), UK Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable privacy regulations. We regularly review and update our practices to maintain compliance.