Effective Date: December 12, 2025
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Introduction
PDF Scanner ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application PDF Scanner (the "App").
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
- Documents and Images: Photos, documents, and images you capture or import for scanning and PDF creation
- Account Information: Email address if you create an account or contact support
- Support Communications: Information you provide when contacting our customer support team
Information Collected Automatically
- Device Information: Device type, operating system version, app version, and device identifiers
- Usage Analytics: App usage patterns, feature usage frequency, and performance metrics (anonymized)
- Technical Data: Crash reports and diagnostic information to improve app stability
Permissions We Request
- Camera: To capture documents and images for scanning
- Storage: To save, access, and manage your PDF documents and images
- Internet: For premium features, cloud synchronization, and app updates
- Network State: To determine connectivity for cloud features
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Core Functionality: Process documents for scanning, OCR text recognition, and PDF creation
- App Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to enhance features and performance
- Customer Support: Respond to your inquiries and provide technical assistance
- Premium Services: Manage subscription services and premium features
- Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security issues
- Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations
Data Storage and Processing
- Local Processing: Documents and images are primarily processed and stored locally on your device
- Cloud Services: If you enable cloud features, encrypted copies may be stored in your chosen cloud service (Google Drive, etc.)
- OCR Processing: Text recognition is performed using Google ML Kit, which processes data locally on your device
- Subscription Management: RevenueCat processes subscription data according to their privacy policy
Third-Party Services
We integrate with the following third-party services:
- RevenueCat: For subscription and payment processing
- Google ML Kit: For optical character recognition (OCR) - processes data locally
- Google Sign-In: For authentication if you choose to sign in with Google
- Cloud Storage Providers: Google Drive and other services you choose to connect
Each third-party service has its own privacy policy governing the use of your information.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate the app
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- Safety and Security: To protect the rights, property, or safety of our users
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
Data Retention
- Local Data: Documents stored locally remain on your device until you delete them
- Account Data: Retained as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services
- Analytics Data: Anonymized usage data may be retained for app improvement purposes
- Support Data: Communications retained for reasonable periods to provide ongoing support
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request access to your personal information
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
- Opt-out: Opt out of certain data processing activities
To exercise these rights, contact us at support@glipo.com.tr.
Children's Privacy
Our App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the App and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: support@glipo.com.tr
App: PDF Scanner
Developer: Glipo
This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable privacy laws including GDPR, CCPA, and mobile app store requirements.