Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Deep Search. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our search application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Search queries and parameters
• Photos for face search feature (temporarily processed)
• Account information (anonymous authentication)
• Contact information when you reach out to support
• Subscription and payment information (processed by Apple)

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

• Device information (model, OS version)
• App usage analytics
• Crash reports and performance data
• Feature usage statistics

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide search functionality across multiple platforms
• Process face search queries when requested
• Store search history locally on your device
• Improve app performance and user experience
• Provide customer support
• Manage subscriptions and premium features

4. Face Search Feature

When using our Face Search feature:

• You may upload photos containing faces to search for matching public profiles
• Face images are processed temporarily for search purposes only
• We do not store, retain, or save any face data permanently
• Images are automatically deleted immediately after search processing
• We do not share face data with any third parties
• Face data is not used for any other purpose beyond providing search results

5. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Search history is stored locally on your device using SwiftData
• Face images are temporarily processed and immediately deleted
• We use secure HTTPS connections for all data transfers
• Anonymous authentication protects your identity
• No personal data is permanently stored on our servers

6. Third-Party Services

We work with trusted third-party services:

• Firebase: For anonymous authentication and temporary image storage
• Apple: For subscriptions and payments
• SuperwallKit: For subscription management

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access your search history stored on your device
• Delete your search history at any time
• Opt-out of face search features
• Cancel subscriptions at any time
• Request deletion of any temporary data

8. Children's Privacy

SearchNow is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

9. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary:

• Search history: Stored locally on your device indefinitely until you delete it
• Face images: Deleted immediately after search processing
• Anonymous account data: Retained while app is installed
• No personal data is retained on our servers

10. International Users

If you use our app from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Last updated" date and through app notifications for significant changes.