Privacy Policy for Vastu Analyzer (Vastu AI)

Last Updated: November 7, 2024

Introduction

Welcome to Vastu Analyzer ("we", "our", or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we handle your information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.

By using the Vastu Analyzer app, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

1. Information You Provide

API Key

  • You can optionally provide your own Google Gemini API key to enable AI-powered Vastu analysis features
  • This key is stored locally on your device in encrypted storage
  • We never transmit, store, or access your API key on our servers
  • You can delete your API key at any time from Settings

Images

  • The app captures images using your device camera for Vastu analysis
  • Images are:
  • Processed locally on your device
  • Sent directly to Google's Gemini API (if you configured an API key)
  • Not stored on our servers
  • Not shared with third parties except Google Gemini API
  • You can delete captured images at any time

Analysis Reports

  • Vastu analysis reports generated by the app
  • Stored locally on your device in the app's private storage
  • Not uploaded to any server
  • You can delete reports at any time from the app

2. Automatically Collected Information

Device Sensors

  • Compass/Magnetometer: To determine direction for Vastu analysis
  • Accelerometer: To detect device orientation
  • Camera: To capture images for analysis (only when you use camera features)
  • All sensor data is processed locally and not transmitted anywhere

Device Information

  • Device model and Android version (for compatibility)
  • App version (for diagnostics)
  • Crash reports (via Google Play Console, anonymous)

Usage Statistics (Optional)

  • If you opt-in, we may collect anonymous usage statistics through Google Play Console:
  • Feature usage frequency
  • App performance metrics
  • Crash reports
  • These are anonymous and cannot identify you

3. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

Google Gemini API

  • Purpose: AI-powered Vastu analysis
  • What's sent: Images you capture, room type, direction data
  • Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
  • Your control: You provide your own API key; we don't have access to your usage

Google AdMob (if applicable)

  • Purpose: Display advertisements
  • What's collected: Device advertising ID, app usage (by Google)
  • Privacy Policy: AdMob Privacy Policy
  • Your control: You can reset your advertising ID in Android settings

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

  1. Provide Services
  • Perform Vastu analysis using your images and direction data
  • Generate and display analysis reports
  • Save reports for your future reference
  1. Improve User Experience
  • Enhance app features and performance
  • Fix bugs and technical issues
  • Understand feature usage to prioritize improvements
  1. Compliance
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect our rights and prevent misuse

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

  • All your data (API keys, images, reports) is stored locally on your device
  • Stored in the app's private storage (inaccessible to other apps)
  • API keys are encrypted using Android's KeyStore system
  • Data is deleted when you uninstall the app

No Cloud Storage

  • We do not operate cloud servers to store your data
  • We do not backup your data to any cloud service
  • All processing happens on-device or via your direct API connection to Google

Security Measures

  • ✅ Encrypted API key storage
  • ✅ Secure HTTPS connections to Google Gemini API
  • ✅ No server-side data collection
  • ✅ Camera and sensor permissions requested only when needed
  • ✅ Regular security updates

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information.

Limited Sharing

We only share information in these cases:

  1. Google Gemini API
  • Images you choose to analyze
  • Room type and direction you provide
  • Only when you actively use analysis features
  • Governed by Google's privacy policy
  1. Legal Requirements
  • If required by law or legal process
  • To protect our rights, property, or safety
  1. With Your Consent
  • Any other sharing will require your explicit consent

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights:

Access and Control

  • ✅ View: Access all your saved reports in the app
  • ✅ Delete: Delete individual reports or all data
  • ✅ Export: Export reports as text or images
  • ✅ Modify: Change your API key or remove it anytime

Permissions Control

You can manage app permissions in Android Settings:

  • 📷 Camera: Required for image capture features
  • 🧭 Sensors: Required for direction analysis
  • 📁 Storage: Required to save reports (Android 12 and below)

To revoke permissions:

  1. Go to Settings → Apps → Vastu Analyzer → Permissions
  2. Toggle permissions on/off

Data Deletion

To delete all your data:

  • Within app: Settings → Clear All Data
  • Complete removal: Uninstall the app

Children's Privacy

Vastu Analyzer is not intended for children under 13 years of age.

  • We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13
  • If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us
  • We will promptly delete such information

Advertising (If Applicable)

If the app displays ads:

Google AdMob

  • Ads are served by Google AdMob
  • AdMob may collect device advertising ID and usage data
  • You can opt-out of personalized ads:
  • Go to Settings → Google → Ads
  • Enable "Opt out of Ads Personalization"

Ad Choices

  • Ads help us keep the app free
  • You may see contextual (non-personalized) ads
  • We do not share your Vastu analysis data with advertisers

International Users

Data Transfers

  • Your API key and reports are stored locally on your device (no international transfer)
  • When using analysis features, images are sent to Google Gemini API (may be processed internationally)
  • Google's data practices are governed by their privacy policy

Compliance

  • We comply with applicable data protection laws
  • For EU users: We respect GDPR rights (though most data stays on your device)

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be:

  • Posted in the app (Settings → Privacy Policy)
  • Effective immediately upon posting
  • Notified via app update notes for significant changes

Last updated: November 7, 2024

We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

The app may contain links to third-party websites or services:

  • We are not responsible for their privacy practices
  • We encourage you to read their privacy policies
  • This policy applies only to Vastu Analyzer app

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests about this Privacy Policy:

Email: [Your Email Address]
Website: [Your Website URL]
Developer: Vastu Analyzer Team

For data-related requests:

  • Data deletion requests
  • Privacy policy questions
  • Security concerns
  • Feature requests

We aim to respond within 7 business days.

Your Consent

By using Vastu Analyzer, you consent to:

  • This Privacy Policy
  • Collection and use of information as described
  • Processing of images via Google Gemini API (when you use analysis features)

You can withdraw consent by:

  • Removing your API key
  • Deleting your data
  • Uninstalling the app

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the EU/EEA, our legal basis for processing:

  1. Consent: You provide API key and use camera features voluntarily
  2. Legitimate Interest: Improve app functionality and user experience
  3. Legal Obligation: Comply with laws and regulations

Data Retention

  • API Key: Stored until you delete it or uninstall the app
  • Reports: Stored until you delete them or uninstall the app
  • Images: Not stored; only temporarily processed
  • App uninstall: All data deleted permanently

Summary (TL;DR)

✅ Your data stays on your device (API keys, reports, images)
✅ No cloud storage or external servers
✅ You control everything (add, view, delete anytime)
✅ Google Gemini API processes images (only when you use analysis)
✅ We don't collect or store your personal information
✅ Open source approach - privacy by design

🔒 We respect your privacy. Your Vastu analysis is personal and private.

Definitions

  • "We", "Us", "Our": Vastu Analyzer app and its developers
  • "You", "Your": User of the Vastu Analyzer app
  • "Device": Your Android smartphone or tablet
  • "API Key": Google Gemini API authentication key
  • "Reports": Vastu analysis results generated by the app
  • "Personal Data": Any information that can identify you

Effective Date: November 7, 2024

This privacy policy is subject to change. Please check periodically for updates.

Acknowledgment

By clicking "I Agree" or by continuing to use the app, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.

Version: 1.0
Last Review Date: November 7, 2024

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