Privacy Policy for WatchFolio
Last Updated: October 15, 2025
Contact: brooxkang@gmail.com
Introduction
WatchFolio (“we”, “our”, or “the app”) is a watch collection management application for Android devices. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our app.
By using WatchFolio, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
1. Information You Provide
Watch Collection Data
- Watch information: Brand, model, reference number, nickname, purchase date, purchase price
- Photos: Pictures of your watches that you take or select from your device gallery
- Wear logs: Records of when you wear each watch, including date, photos, notes, weather, and occasion
- Notes and preferences: Personal notes about your watches and app settings
Storage: All watch collection data is stored locally on your device only. We do not upload, transmit, or store this data on any remote servers.
2. Automatically Collected Information
Device Information
The app may access:
- Camera: To capture photos of your watches
- Photo Gallery: To select existing photos for your collection
- Storage: To save watch photos and database backups locally on your device
How We Use Your Information
Local Processing Only
- Watch collection management: Store and organize your watch data locally
- AI watch recognition: Analyze watch photos using on-device machine learning models (TensorFlow Lite and MediaPipe)
- Photo editing: Apply filters and enhancements locally on your device
- Statistics and analytics: Generate collection insights from your local data
- Backup and restore: Create local database backups for data recovery
Important: We do not upload, transmit, or share your watch collection data (photos, watch information, wear logs, or notes) with any third parties or remote servers.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We Do NOT Share Your Watch Collection Data
Your watch collection data (photos, watch information, wear logs) remains entirely on your device and is never transmitted to us or any third parties.
Third-Party Services That May Collect Data
TensorFlow Lite and MediaPipe (On-Device AI)
- Data processing: Watch photo analysis for automatic recognition
- Location: All processing happens locally on your device
- No data transmission: Photos are never uploaded or shared
Data Security
Local Data Protection
- Database encryption: Watch collection data is stored in a Room database with encryption at rest
- Photo storage: Images are saved in app-private storage, accessible only by WatchFolio
- No cloud sync: Your data never leaves your device unless you explicitly share it
Data Backup
- User-controlled backups: You can create local database backups within the app
- Export control: You choose when and where to save backup files
- Restore capability: Backups can be restored to recover your collection data
Your Rights and Choices
Data Control
- Access: All your data is accessible within the app at any time
- Deletion: You can delete individual watches, photos, or wear logs at any time
- Complete removal: Uninstalling the app removes all locally stored data from your device
- Backup management: You control when to create, export, or delete backups
Children’s Privacy
WatchFolio is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information.
Permissions Explained
Required Permissions
Camera Permission
- Purpose: Take photos of your watches
- Data usage: Photos are saved locally on your device
- Optional: The app can be used without camera access (you can select photos from gallery instead)
Storage/Photos Permission
- Android 13+: READ_MEDIA_IMAGES - Access photos from your gallery
- Android 10-12: READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE - Access photos from your gallery
- Android 9 and below: WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE - Save photos and backups
- Purpose: Select existing photos for your collection and save database backups
- Data usage: All data remains on your device
Internet Permission
- Purpose: For potential future features (currently not actively used)
- Data usage: No personal data transmitted
Network State Permission
- Purpose: Check internet connectivity for potential future features
- Data usage: No personal data transmitted
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
- Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
- Displaying an in-app notification for significant changes
You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes are effective when posted on this page.
Data Retention
- Watch collection data: Stored on your device until you delete it or uninstall the app
International Users
WatchFolio is designed for global use. Your data is stored locally on your device regardless of your location. No data is transmitted to remote servers or third-party services.
Third-Party Links
The app may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., watch brand websites). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: brooxkang@gmail.com GitHub Issues: https://github.com/brooxkang/watchfolio-privacy/issues
Legal Compliance
This Privacy Policy complies with:
- Google Play Developer Program Policies
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - for users in the European Union
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) - for users in California
- Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) - for users in South Korea
Summary
What we collect:
- ✅ Watch collection data (stored locally on your device)
- ✅ Photos (stored locally on your device)
What we DON’T do:
- ❌ Upload your watch collection data to any server
- ❌ Share your photos with anyone
- ❌ Access your data remotely
- ❌ Sell your personal information
Your control:
- ✅ All data stays on your device
- ✅ Delete data anytime within the app
- ✅ Uninstall removes all data
- ✅ You control backups and exports
This Privacy Policy is effective as of October 15, 2025.