Privacy Policy & Terms of Service for Work Camera
Last Updated: January 16, 2026
IMPORTANT: By downloading, installing, or using Work Camera, you agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the application.
Work Camera ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and providing a transparent service. Importantly, we do not store, upload, or process any of your core content (photos, videos, or location data) on our own servers; all such data is kept strictly on your local device. This document outlines how we handle your data, the terms of usage, and limitations of liability.
1. Information Collection and Usage
A. Information Stored on Your Device (Local Storage Only)
This app stores all user-generated content strictly on your local device. We do not have any access to your media files, and we do not transmit them to our servers.
- Photos and Videos: The photos and videos you capture or edit using Work Camera are stored locally on your device. We do not automatically upload your content to any cloud server.
- Biometric Data: If you use the biometric lock feature (Fingerprint/Face ID) to secure your gallery, the authentication process is handled entirely by your device's operating system using Android BiometricPrompt API or iOS LocalAuthentication framework. We do not collect, store, or have access to your biometric data.
- Barcode/QR Data: When using the scanning feature, image processing is performed on-device. We do not store the scanned data on our servers.
- Location Information: This app does not record or embed GPS location data in your photos. No location information is collected, stored, or transmitted by the developer.
B. Information Collected Automatically (Detailed)
Required Collection Items:
- Device Information:
- Device Model (e.g., Samsung Galaxy S23, iPhone 14 Pro)
- Operating System Version (e.g., Android 14, iOS 17)
- App Version (e.g., Work Camera v2.1.0)
- Device Unique Identifier (anonymized UUID, not IMEI)
- Advertising ID: Google Advertising ID (GAID) for Android or Identifier for Advertisers (IDFA) for iOS, used to serve personalized advertisements via Google AdMob.
- IP Address: Anonymized IP address for analytics purposes (last octet masked, e.g., 192.168.1.XXX).
- App Usage and Crash Logs: We use Firebase Crashlytics to collect anonymous crash reports, error logs, and usage statistics (feature usage frequency, session duration). This data does not include personally identifiable information.
Optional Collection Items:
- Biometric Authentication Data: Processed only by your device's OS, not collected by our app.
C. Transaction Information
- In-App Purchases: All transactions are processed directly by the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. We do not store your payment card information, billing address, or any financial data.
- Purchase Ownership & Restoration: The 'Remove Ads' purchase is tied to your store account and can be restored using the 'Restore Purchase' feature.
D. Data Security
- Encryption: We use industry-standard encryption (SSL/TLS) for all data transmission between your device and our servers.
- Access Control: Access to collected data is strictly limited to authorized personnel only and protected by multi-factor authentication.
- Security Incident Notification: In the event of a personal information breach, we will notify affected users via email without undue delay in compliance with Korean Personal Information Protection Act and GDPR requirements.
E. App Permissions Explanation
This app requests the following permissions to provide core functionality:
- Camera: Required for capturing photos and videos.
- Storage (READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE, WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE): Required for saving and loading files.
- Biometric (USE_BIOMETRIC / USE_FINGERPRINT): Optional, only used if you enable the gallery lock feature.
2. Third-Party Data Sharing and Transfer
A. Third-Party Service Providers
We share certain information with the following third-party service providers to operate our app. The collection and processing of data for advertising and payments are handled exclusively by Google/AdMob/App Store according to their respective privacy policies. The developer does not separately collect, access, or store this information.
| Recipient | Purpose | Data Shared | Retention Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google LLC (AdMob) | Advertising and analytics | Advertising ID (GAID/IDFA), device information, anonymized IP address | Up to 2 years (per AdMob policy) |
| Google LLC (Firebase) | App analytics and crash reporting | Anonymized usage data, crash logs, device information | 90 days (Crashlytics default) |
B. International Data Transfer
Your information may be transferred to and stored on servers operated by Google LLC located in the United States and other countries. This transfer is necessary to provide our services. Google LLC complies with EU-US Data Privacy Framework and has implemented appropriate safeguards.
C. Advertising and Personalization
- Personalized Ads: AdMob analyzes your interests to display personalized advertisements. You can opt out of personalized ads in your device settings (Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization, iOS: Settings > Privacy > Advertising > Limit Ad Tracking).
- Ad-Free Experience: If you do not wish to receive ads, you can purchase the 'Remove Ads' feature via in-app purchase.
- Ad Click Notice: Clicking on advertisements may redirect you to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party advertisers.
3. Data Management, Backup, and Sharing
A. User Responsibility for Backup
- No Cloud Backup: This app does not provide cloud backup services. All photos and videos are stored locally on your device.
- Risk of Data Loss: You are solely responsible for maintaining independent backups of your photos and videos. We strongly recommend using Google Photos, iCloud, or other backup services. We are not liable for data loss due to device failure, uninstallation, or accidental deletion, except where such loss is caused by a critical defect in our app proven to be the result of our gross negligence.
B. File Sharing and Transfer
- External Sharing: Once you share a file from our app to external services (email, messaging apps, social media), that file is subject to the privacy policies of the recipient service. We are no longer responsible for its security or privacy.
C. Data Retention and Destruction
- Retention Period: We retain automatically collected data (analytics, crash logs) only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, typically no longer than 2 years.
- Destruction Procedure: When personal information is no longer needed, it is permanently deleted using technical methods (secure erasure, overwriting) that prevent recovery or reproduction.
- User-Requested Deletion: You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us at axlose2024@gmail.com. We will process your request as soon as possible.
4. User Rights (Data Subject Rights)
Under applicable privacy laws (GDPR, Korean Personal Information Protection Act), you have the following rights:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): Request deletion of your personal information.
- Right to Restriction of Processing: Request that we limit how we use your data.
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used format.
- Right to Object: Object to certain types of processing, including direct marketing.
How to Exercise Your Rights:
- Send an email to axlose2024@gmail.com with the subject line "Data Rights Request".
- Include your request type (access, correction, deletion, etc.) and any relevant details.
- We will acknowledge your inquiry and, in accordance with the Korean Personal Information Protection Act, provide a response or notification of results within 10 days, unless there are exceptional legal grounds for delay.
5. In-App Purchases and Refunds
- Payment Processing: All payments are handled directly by the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. We do not process or store payment information.
- Refund Policy: Refund requests are subject to the policies of the respective app store:
- Google Play: 48-hour refund window for most purchases.
- Apple App Store: Request refund via reportaproblem.apple.com within 90 days.
- Non-Refundable Cases: Once the 'Remove Ads' feature is activated, refunds may not be available depending on store policies.
6. Limitation of Liability (Disclaimer)
- DATA LOSS: We are not responsible for loss of data, photos, or videos stored in this app, except where such loss is directly caused by a critical defect in our app resulting from our gross negligence or willful misconduct. This app does not provide cloud backup. You are responsible for maintaining your own backups.
- Service Interruptions: The service is provided "AS IS" without warranties of any kind. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the service at any time without prior notice.
- Limitation of Damages: To the maximum extent permitted by law, our total cumulative liability for any claims arising from your use of this app shall not exceed the amount you paid for in-app purchases in the 12 months preceding the claim. This limitation does not apply to damages caused by our gross negligence or willful misconduct, or where prohibited by applicable consumer protection laws.
- Third-Party Services: We are not responsible for the actions, content, or privacy practices of third-party advertisers, websites, or services linked from our app.
7. User Responsibilities
- Corporate Policy Compliance: If you use this app in a workplace, you are solely responsible for complying with your employer's security policies and obtaining necessary permissions.
- Prohibited Activities: You agree not to use the app for any illegal, harmful, or unethical purposes, including but not limited to:
- Unauthorized surveillance or spycam activities
- Violating others' privacy or intellectual property rights
- Harassment, stalking, or any form of abuse
- Circumventing app security features
- Account Termination: We reserve the right to terminate access for users who violate these terms.
8. Children's Privacy
Our app is not intended for children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from:
- Children under 14 years of age (Republic of Korea)
- Children under 13 years of age (United States, COPPA)
- Minors as defined by applicable laws in other jurisdictions
If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at axlose2024@gmail.com, and we will promptly delete such information.
9. Open Source Licenses
This app may use the following open-source libraries. Full license texts are available within the app under "Settings > About > Open Source Licenses":
- CameraX (Apache 2.0)
- ML Kit Barcode Scanning (Apache 2.0)
- Glide (Apache 2.0 / BSD / MIT)
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
- Notification of Changes: We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will notify you by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document
- Displaying an in-app notification upon your next app launch
- Sending an email notification if we have your contact information
- Continued Use: Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law
- Governing Law: This Privacy Policy and Terms of Service shall be governed by the laws of the Republic of Korea, without regard to conflict of law principles.
- Jurisdiction: Any disputes arising from this agreement shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Seoul Central District Court, Republic of Korea.
- International Users: If you access our app from outside Korea, you are responsible for compliance with local laws. For users in the European Union, GDPR provisions shall apply where they provide greater protection.
12. Privacy Officer / Data Protection Contact
For questions, complaints, or requests regarding your personal information:
- Privacy Officer: Work Camera Privacy Team
- Title: Data Protection Officer
- Email: axlose2024@gmail.com
- Response Time: In compliance with Korean law, we will process and respond to your inquiry within 10 days of receipt.
13. Additional Information for EU Users (GDPR)
- Legal Basis for Processing: We process your data based on:
- Your consent (for personalized ads)
- Legitimate interests (for analytics and app improvement)
- Contract performance (for in-app purchases)
- Data Protection Authority: EU users have the right to lodge a complaint with their local supervisory authority if they believe we have violated GDPR.
- Withdrawal of Consent: You may withdraw consent for data processing at any time by contacting us or adjusting your device settings.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: axlose2024@gmail.com
Subject Line: "Privacy Policy Inquiry - Work Camera"