Privacy Policy

At DocChat Scanner, we believe your documents are your property. Our architecture is designed to be "Local First," meaning your files are stored on your device, while AI processing happens securely off-device via encryption.

1. Data Processing and Storage

DocChat Scanner stores your documents locally on your device. For AI Chat analysis, documents are sent off-device to Large Language Models (LLMs) for processing.

• Document Data: Scanned images, PDF files, and extracted text are stored in your device's secure sandbox. Files are sent off-device for AI processing via encryption and without any user identification details.
• Chat Logs: The questions you ask about your documents and the AI-generated answers are stored only on your device. Documents are sent for processing via encrypted connections without user details.
• Metadata: File names, dates, and tags are kept within the local database on your phone.

2. Data Collection

We collect minimal, anonymized telemetry data to help us improve the app stability. This includes:

• Crash Reports: If the app crashes, an anonymized log is sent to help us fix the bug.
• Usage Statistics: We track aggregate metrics (e.g., "number of scans performed") without attaching them to your identity or document content.

3. Third-Party Services

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal identification information to others. The app utilizes third-party Large Language Model (LLM) services for AI Chat analysis. Documents are sent for processing via encryption and without any user identification details to ensure your privacy.

4. Data Retention and Loss

No Cloud Backup: DocChat Scanner does not provide cloud backup services. All your data is stored locally on your device only.

• Uninstalling the App: If you uninstall the app, all your data (documents, scans, chat logs, and metadata) will be permanently deleted and cannot be recovered.
• Switching Devices: If you switch to a new device, your data will not transfer automatically. All your data will be lost unless you have manually backed up your device using iCloud or another backup method.
• Subscription Cancellation: If you cancel your subscription, all your existing data will remain on your device. You will retain access to your stored documents, but you will not be able to add new data at the higher rates provided by the Pro subscription tier.

Your Responsibility: You are solely responsible for backing up your device (e.g., via iCloud Drive or local backup) to prevent data loss. We recommend regular backups to protect your documents.