Privacy Policy for Text From Image

Last Updated: February 25, 2026

Introduction

AppzGarden Studio ("we," "our," or "us") operates the Text From Image mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the App.

Information We Collect

Information Collected Automatically

When you use the App, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

• Device type and model
• Operating system version
• App version
• Device language settings
• Crash logs and performance data (if the app crashes)

Information You Provide

The App processes the following information locally on your device:

• Images: Photos you capture or select from your gallery for text recognition
• Extracted Text: Text recognized from your images
• Categories: Category labels you assign to extracted text
• Timestamps: Date and time when text extractions are created

Camera and Storage Permissions

The App requires the following permissions:

• Camera: To capture photos for text recognition
• Storage/Photos: To select existing images from your gallery
• File Storage: To save extracted text and export data

How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

• Perform optical character recognition (OCR) on images
• Store extracted text locally on your device
• Organize and categorize your text extractions
• Enable search and filter functionality
• Export your data when requested
• Improve app performance and fix bugs

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

All your data is stored locally on your device using:

• Room Database (SQLite) for text extractions
• SharedPreferences for app settings
• Local file system for images

ML Kit Text Recognition

The App uses Google's ML Kit for text recognition. ML Kit processes images:

• On-device: Text recognition happens locally on your device
• No cloud processing: Your images are not sent to external servers
• Privacy-focused: Google ML Kit is designed for on-device processing

For more information about ML Kit privacy, visit: https://developers.google.com/ml-kit/terms

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical measures to protect your data:

• All data is stored in your device's private app directory
• Data is only accessible by the App
• No data is transmitted over the internet
• No user accounts or authentication required

Data Sharing and Disclosure

The App does not:

• Send data to remote servers
• Share data with advertisers
• Track your usage across other apps
• Collect analytics or telemetry data
• Require user accounts or login

User-Initiated Sharing

You can choose to share extracted text using your device's share functionality. When you use the share feature:

• You control what is shared
• Sharing is done through your device's native share sheet
• We do not track or monitor what you share

Third-Party Services

The App uses the following third-party services:

Google ML Kit

• Purpose: On-device text recognition (OCR)
• Data Processing: All processing happens on your device
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Terms: https://developers.google.com/ml-kit/terms

Android System Services

• Camera API: To capture photos
• Storage Access Framework: To access gallery images
• Share Intent: To share extracted text

These are standard Android system services and do not collect or transmit your data.

Children's Privacy

The App does not knowingly collect information from children under the age of 13. The App is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at appzgardenstudio@gmail.com.

Data Retention and Deletion

Data Retention

• All data is stored locally on your device
• Data persists until you delete it or uninstall the App

Deleting Your Data

You can delete your data at any time:

• Individual Items: Use the delete button on any extraction
• All Data: Uninstall the App to remove all data
• Clear App Data: Go to Settings > Apps > Text From Image > Storage > Clear Data

When you uninstall the App, all data is permanently deleted from your device.

Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your data:

• Access: View all your extracted text within the App
• Export: Export your data to a text file
• Delete: Delete individual items or all data
• Control: Full control over what images you process

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Displaying a notice in the App (for material changes)

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

International Data Transfers

Since all data is stored locally on your device, there are no international data transfers. Your data never leaves your device unless you explicitly share it using the share functionality.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what personal information is collected
• Know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
• Say no to the sale of personal information
• Access your personal information
• Request deletion of your personal information

Note: Since we do not collect, store, or transmit personal information to our servers, these rights are inherently protected. All your data remains on your device under your control.

European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Rectify inaccurate personal data
• Erase your personal data
• Restrict processing of your personal data
• Data portability
• Object to processing

Note: Since all data is stored locally on your device, you have full control over your data at all times.

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Consent

By using the App, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.