Introduction
Car Identify ("we", "our", or "us") operates the Car Identify mobile application (the "Service"). This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our Service.
Information We Collect
Camera and Photo Library Access
- Purpose: To capture or select vehicle images for AI analysis
- Data: Vehicle images you choose to analyze
- Storage: Images are processed remotely via OpenAI API and are not permanently stored on our servers
- Permissions:
- Camera access for taking photos
- Photo library access for selecting existing images
Usage Data
- Local Data: Credit balance, analysis history, purchase records
- Storage: Stored locally on your device using secure storage
- Analytics: App usage statistics (crashes, performance metrics)
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
OpenAI API
- Purpose: Vehicle identification and analysis
- Data Shared: Vehicle images and user prompts
- Privacy Policy: https://openai.com/privacy/
- Data Retention: Please refer to OpenAI's data retention policy
In-App Purchases (IAP)
- Purpose: Credit purchases for extended app usage
- Data: Transaction IDs, purchase amounts, product IDs
- Providers: Apple App Store, Google Play Store
- Storage: Transaction data stored locally and with respective platform providers
How We Use Information
- Primary Purpose: Vehicle identification and analysis
- Service Improvement: Understanding usage patterns to improve the app
- Transaction Processing: Managing credit purchases and balances
- Communication: Providing customer support when requested
Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Data is only shared with:
- OpenAI: For vehicle analysis processing
- App Store Platforms: For purchase processing
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or legal process
Data Security
- Local Storage: All personal data is stored securely on your device
- Transmission: Data transmitted to OpenAI is encrypted in transit
- No Central Database: We do not maintain a central user database
- Image Processing: Images are processed and not permanently stored
Your Rights
- Access: You can access all your data through the app settings
- Deletion: You can delete your data by removing the app
- Opt-out: You can stop using the service at any time
- Data Portability: You can export your analysis history from the app
Children's Privacy
Our Service does not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data, 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.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: