Privacy Policy

Privacy Protection

InsectsLen is designed with your privacy as the top priority. We believe your personal data should remain private and secure.

Cloud Processing Required

Insect identification and species information are processed on our secure cloud servers for maximum accuracy and comprehensive database access. This means:

• Insect photos are sent securely to our cloud for AI identification processing
• Species database and detailed entomological information are accessed from cloud servers
• Insect collection and sighting data are synced across devices via cloud storage
• Network connection required for identification and database features

Data Collection

We collect data necessary to provide insect identification, maintain your collection, and improve our services. Specifically:

• Insect photos: Sent to cloud servers for identification, processed using AI algorithms
• Location data: Optional location tagging for sighting records and regional species information
• Insect collection: Saved species, photos, observation notes, and sighting data stored securely
• Usage analytics: App usage patterns to improve identification accuracy and user experience
• Account data: If you create an account, basic profile information is stored securely

Permissions

InsectsLen requests permissions necessary for insect identification and collection management:

• Camera Access: To capture photos of insects for identification
• Photo Library Access: To import existing insect photos for identification
• Location Access: Optional, for adding location data to your sighting records and regional insights
• Network Access: Required for insect identification and database access
• Notifications: For seasonal insect activity updates, garden tips, and collection reminders

Location permission is optional and can be disabled while still using core identification features.

Third-Party Services

InsectsLen uses external services to provide comprehensive insect identification and information:

• AI Insect Identification API: Cloud-based processing for accurate species identification
• Entomological Database Services: Comprehensive species information and expert insights
• Analytics Providers: App performance monitoring and user experience analytics
• Cloud Storage: Secure storage for your insect collection and account data

Data Storage

• Insect photos: Processed and stored securely on cloud servers with encryption
• Personal collection: Species records, observation notes, and sighting data stored in your cloud account
• Identification history: Previous identifications stored for quick access and learning
• Account information: Profile data encrypted and stored on secure servers
• App preferences: Settings and customizations stored both locally and in cloud

Children's Privacy

InsectsLen is safe for young nature enthusiasts. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.

Changes to Privacy Policy

Updates to this privacy policy will be communicated through app notifications and version updates. Continued use constitutes acceptance of changes.

Contact

For questions about this privacy policy or your data, contact us at:

Email: [email protected]