Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to XClub ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application XClub (the "App"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience while using our photography and photo editing application.

By using XClub, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our App.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

XClub is designed to work without requiring user accounts or registration. We do not collect personal identification information such as names, email addresses, or phone numbers unless you voluntarily provide them when contacting us for support.

Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: We may collect information about your mobile device, including device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.
• Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with the App, including features used, photos captured, editing actions performed, and time spent in the application.
• Camera Usage Data: Information about camera settings, lens types used (Wide/Telephoto), flash usage, timer settings, and grid overlay preferences to improve camera performance and user experience.
• Photo Metadata: Technical information about photos you capture or edit, such as timestamps, camera type used, resolution, and editing parameters (brightness, contrast, saturation, filters applied).

Photos and Media

Camera and Photo Library Permissions

To provide core functionality, XClub requires access to:

• Camera: To capture photos using your device's camera system
• Photo Library: To save edited photos and access photos for editing
• These permissions are requested only when needed and you can manage them in your device settings at any time.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• App Functionality: To provide, maintain, and improve the core features of XClub, including camera controls, photo editing tools, and gallery management.
• Performance Optimization: To analyze usage patterns and optimize camera performance, improve AI scene recognition, and enhance photo editing algorithms.
• User Experience: To understand how users interact with different features and develop improvements based on usage data.
• Technical Support: To diagnose and fix technical issues, respond to support requests, and provide customer service.
• App Analytics: To generate anonymous statistics about feature usage, helping us prioritize development and improvements.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or enforceable governmental requests.

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

XClub follows a privacy-first approach by storing all user data locally on your device:

• Photos captured or edited are saved directly to your device's storage
• App settings and preferences are stored locally using secure device storage
• Photo metadata and editing history remain on your device
• No photo content is transmitted to external servers

Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of sensitive data stored on your device
• Secure coding practices to prevent unauthorized access
• Regular security updates and patches
• Limited data collection to minimize privacy risks

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We Do Not Sell Your Data

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Your privacy is not for sale.

Limited Sharing Scenarios

We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share specific information
• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our App (e.g., analytics services, crash reporting), under strict confidentiality agreements
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental regulation
• Safety and Security: To protect the rights, property, or safety of XClub, our users, or the public
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with notice to users

iOS Share Functionality

When you use the share feature to share photos through iOS, the shared content is transmitted directly through Apple's sharing system. We do not intercept, store, or monitor shared content.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your information:

Access and Control

• Access: Request information about data we collect
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data by uninstalling the App
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Opt-Out: Disable tracking through device settings
• Data Portability: Export your photos and data at any time

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to deletion of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights

European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation:

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing

Children's Privacy

XClub is not intended for use by 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 immediately.

If we discover that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information as quickly as possible.

Third-Party Services

Analytics Services

We may use third-party analytics services to help us understand how users interact with the App. These services may collect information about your device and usage patterns. We ensure these providers comply with strict privacy standards.

In-App Purchases

XClub uses Apple's In-App Purchase system for coin purchases. All payment processing is handled by Apple, and we do not have access to your payment information. Please refer to Apple's Privacy Policy for information about how they handle payment data.

No Third-Party Advertising

We do not display third-party advertisements in XClub, and we do not share your information with advertising networks.

International Data Transfers

Since all data is stored locally on your device, there are no international data transfers of your photos or personal content. Any usage analytics data collected may be processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate.

We ensure that any international transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards.

Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy:

• Photos and Media: Stored locally on your device until you delete them
• Usage Data: Retained for up to 24 months for analytics purposes
• Support Communications: Retained for up to 3 years
• Device Information: Retained while you use the App and for up to 12 months after

You can delete all app data by uninstalling XClub from your device.

Device Permissions

XClub requests the following permissions to function properly:

• Camera: Required to capture photos
• Photo Library Access: Required to save and edit photos
• App Tracking Transparency: Optional, used for analytics and improving user experience

You can manage these permissions at any time through your device's Settings app. Denying certain permissions may limit app functionality.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated Privacy Policy in the App
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Providing in-app notifications for significant changes

Your continued use of XClub after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area, our legal basis for collecting and using information depends on the specific context:

• Consent: When you provide explicit consent for specific processing activities
• Contract Performance: Processing necessary to provide app services you've requested
• Legitimate Interests: Processing necessary for our legitimate business interests, such as improving the App
• Legal Obligations: Processing required to comply with legal requirements

Do Not Track Signals

Some web browsers and devices permit you to broadcast a preference that you not be "tracked" online. At this time, XClub does not respond to Do Not Track signals. However, you can control tracking through your device's privacy settings and the App Tracking Transparency framework on iOS.