Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 5, 2026
Overview
CardSnap ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our CardSnap mobile application ("App").
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Scanned Contact Data: When you scan a business card, the extracted contact information is stored locally on your device.
- Account Information: If you choose to sync contacts, we may collect minimal account data.
Information Collected Automatically
- Device Information: We collect basic device information (Android version, device model) for crash reporting.
- Usage Data: We may collect anonymous usage statistics to improve the app.
Camera Access
- CardSnap requires camera access to scan business cards.
- Camera images are processed locally on your device and are not uploaded to any server.
- OCR processing happens entirely on-device using Google ML Kit.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the CardSnap app
- Process and save scanned business card data to your device
- Respond to your comments and questions
Data Storage
- All scanned data is stored locally on your device using Room Database.
- No data is sent to our servers during normal app operation.
- Settings are stored locally using Android DataStore Preferences.
- You can delete all stored data at any time through the app's Settings > Reset All Data.
Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties.
Third-Party Services
CardSnap uses the following third-party services:
| Service | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Google ML Kit | On-device OCR text recognition | Google Privacy |
| Google Play Services | App functionality | Google Privacy |
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your stored data (all data is stored locally on your device)
- Delete your stored data (Settings > Reset All Data)
- Revoke camera or contacts permissions at any time through device settings
Children's Privacy
CardSnap does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@cardsnap.app
- GitHub: https://github.com/crewcircle/CardSnap