Privacy Policy
1. Introduction
AI Offline Scanner ("we", "us", "our", or "Company") operates the text and formula recognition service available on both web and mobile platforms. This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our Service and the choices you have associated with that data.
⭐ RECOMMENDED: Mobile App Version For the best privacy experience, we strongly recommend using our mobile app. The app provides complete offline processing with zero data transmission. Download it from Google Play for maximum privacy and offline functionality.
2. Information Collection and Use
🌐 2.1 Web Version (Demo)
The web version is a DEMO designed for quick testing and evaluation purposes. It is NOT recommended for regular use or sensitive content. When you use our web-based scanner demo: • Your images ARE uploaded to our servers for processing • Your images are processed by our backend API on Hugging Face • Uploaded images are deleted after processing (typically within minutes) • The recognized text is not stored on our servers • Your IP address and basic browser information may be logged for server monitoring ⚠️ IMPORTANT: For everyday use and to protect your privacy, please use the mobile app instead.
📱 2.2 Mobile App Version (Recommended)
Our mobile app provides the ultimate privacy experience with complete offline processing. When you use our mobile app: • ✅ Images are processed ENTIRELY on your device • ✅ Images are NEVER transmitted to our servers • ✅ Images are NOT stored after processing • ✅ The recognized text remains only on your device • ✅ No personal data, images, or processing information leaves your device • ✅ Works completely offline - no internet connection required This is the recommended way to use AI Offline Scanner for maximum privacy and security.
2.3 Usage Data Collection
Usage Data Collection: • WEB DEMO ONLY: Basic server metrics (page views, request counts) • MOBILE APP: No data collection whatsoever We do NOT collect: • Personal identification information • Location data • Device identifiers • Browsing history • Image content or metadata
2.4 Data Retention Policy
Data Retention Policy: • Web demo uploaded images: Deleted after processing (within minutes) • Mobile app: No data retention (processing happens on your device) • Web demo server logs: Retained for up to 7 days for security monitoring only • Analytics: Minimal - only basic request counts, no personal data • User accounts: Not required - no account system
3. Privacy and Security
Web Demo Security: For web demo users: We use industry-standard SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission. However, for sensitive content, the mobile app is strongly recommended as it requires NO transmission.
Mobile App Security:
Best Practice: For any sensitive information, we strongly recommend using the offline mobile app where processing happens entirely on your device.
4. Why Choose Our Mobile App?
Why Choose the Mobile App? 1. 🔒 ZERO Data Transmission - Complete offline processing - Nothing leaves your device 2. ⚡ Better Performance - Faster processing (no network delay) - Works without internet 3. 🎯 Full Features - Advanced OCR capabilities - More languages supported - Batch processing 4. 🆓 Same Price - Completely free - No hidden charges
5. Cookies and Tracking
Web Demo: May use essential cookies for basic functionality and server session management.
Mobile App: No cookies, tracking, or data collection whatsoever.
Third-Party Services: We do not use analytics services, marketing pixels, or any third-party tracking tools. No personal data is shared with third parties.
6. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the effective date at the bottom of this page.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Last Updated: January 13, 2026
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