Privacy Policy

1. Our Approach to Privacy

Fotocon helps users recognize text in captured or selected images, extract and classify contact information such as names, company names, telephone and fax numbers, addresses, and email addresses, and review, edit, save, or export that information. Optical character recognition (OCR) and contact-information extraction and classification are primarily performed on the user's device.

We do not upload images scanned by users, recognized text, or the contents of saved contacts to our servers for OCR or contact-information extraction. Information associated with advertising, in-app purchases, and external integrations selected by users is handled as described below.

The App does not require users to register a separate Fotocon account.

2. Images, Recognition Results, and Contact Data

Images captured or selected by users, OCR results, classified names and contact details, user corrections, and contacts saved within the App are generally processed and stored on the user's device. We do not collect or store this content on our servers for recognition processing.

When users add information to their device's contacts app, export it to a file, or share it, the information is transferred to the destination they select. The handling of information by destination apps, cloud synchronization services, backups, and sharing services is governed by their respective settings and privacy policies.

When handling another person's contact information, users should ensure that they have any permissions or consent required by applicable law and their relationship with that person.

3. Information and Settings Stored in the App

To provide its features, the App may store the following information on the user's device:

• Saved contacts, edits, and associated images or other data
• OCR language preferences, display options, export formats, and other App settings
• Free or Pro entitlement status and information needed to verify purchase eligibility
• Temporary processing data and other information needed for the App to operate

The information stored depends on the App version, features used, and device settings. Contacts added to the device's contacts app are managed separately from data stored within Fotocon.

4. External Transfers and User Choice

The App does not transmit images or recognized contact information externally for OCR processing. However, when users expressly choose to export or share information, or to add it to their device's contacts, that information is transferred to the selected destination to the extent necessary to perform the requested action.

Device backups, synchronization and sharing features, and processing by external apps are subject to the applicable providers' settings and terms. We do not initiate external sharing on a user's behalf.

5. Advertising Services

The free version may use third-party advertising services such as Google AdMob. Advertising providers may collect advertising identifiers, IP addresses, device and app information, and information about ad impressions and interactions for ad delivery, performance measurement, fraud prevention, service improvement, and related purposes.

We do not provide scanned images, OCR-recognized text, or saved contact information such as names, telephone numbers, addresses, and email addresses to advertising providers for ad targeting. Other information collected by advertising providers is handled under their privacy policies and applicable consent and device settings.

For information about Google's handling of data, please see the Google Privacy Policy.

6. In-App Purchases and Pro Entitlements

If the App offers one-time purchases or subscriptions for Pro features, payments and purchase management are processed through app-store systems such as Google Play. Payment information, accounts used for purchases, and transaction history are handled by the relevant app-store provider under its terms and privacy policy.

We do not directly collect or store full payment-card details within the App. To verify Pro entitlements, restore purchases, and prevent misuse, the App may obtain purchase-status and transaction-identification information from the app store or retain such information on the device.

7. Access to Camera, Photos, and Device Contacts

The App may use the device's camera, photo picker, contacts, file picker, or similar functions as necessary to capture or select images, review or add contacts, and save or share files.

Required permissions and how they are granted vary by operating system and feature. Users can manage permissions through their device settings. Some functions may be unavailable if necessary permissions are denied.

Contacts are added to the device's contacts app only when users select the relevant action. Saving information within Fotocon does not mean that it is automatically added to the device's contacts.

8. Information We Handle and Purposes of Use

We do not seek to collect images or contact contents scanned through the App. However, we may handle information such as inquiry messages, reply contact details, and purchase-status information in connection with advertising or purchase services, user inquiries, or obligations under applicable law.

We use such information as necessary to respond to inquiries, verify purchase entitlements, maintain the service, prevent misuse, comply with legal obligations, and handle disputes. We do not process information beyond the scope necessary for these purposes without the individual's consent or another lawful basis.

9. Retention, Deletion, and Security

Because data stored within the App resides on the user's device, users can edit or delete it using the App's available features. Uninstalling the App or resetting the device may result in data loss. However, separately exported files, device contacts, operating-system backups, and information held by sharing destinations may not be deleted automatically.

We retain information received through inquiries and similar interactions for as long as necessary for the relevant purposes or as required by law, and appropriately delete or otherwise dispose of it when no longer needed. We apply necessary and appropriate security controls, including access management, to personal data held by us.

10. Third-Party Disclosures and External Providers

We do not sell images or contact information scanned through the App to advertising providers, data brokers, or other third parties.

Advertising, in-app purchases, and exports or sharing selected by users may involve independent collection and processing of information by their respective providers. When we disclose personal data held by us to a third party, we follow applicable procedures except where the individual has consented, disclosure is permitted by law, or another exception under applicable law applies.

11. Requests for Access, Correction, and Cessation of Use

Where we hold “retained personal data” as defined under applicable Japanese law, we respond to requests from the individual for disclosure, correction, addition, deletion, suspension of use, erasure, or cessation of provision to third parties, as applicable, after identity verification and in accordance with Japan's Act on the Protection of Personal Information and other applicable laws.

Because we do not possess contact data stored only within the App, we cannot disclose, recover, or delete that data on the user's behalf. Users should review and manage it on their devices. For information about request procedures or security measures, please contact us through the channel below.

12. Minors

Minors should obtain consent from a parent or other legal guardian where necessary before using the App. Purchases of paid products and advertising-related settings are subject to app-store conditions, device settings, and applicable law.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may review or revise this Policy in response to changes in App features, external services, data-handling practices, laws, or other circumstances. For material changes, we will provide appropriate notice through the App or our website, including the effective date where necessary. Where consent is required by law, we will follow the applicable procedures.

14. Contact

For questions about Fotocon's privacy practices or handling of user information, and for requests or complaints concerning personal data, please use the contact feature within the Fotocon App.

Business operator handling personal information: Mintier Inc. We will provide the Company's address, representative's name, and other information requiring disclosure under applicable law in response to inquiries.

15. Governing Law and Controlling Japanese Version

This Policy is governed by the laws of Japan.

The Japanese version of this Privacy Policy is the authoritative and controlling version. If there is any inconsistency in meaning or interpretation between the Japanese version and this English translation or any other translation, the Japanese version shall prevail to the extent permitted by applicable law.