Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 7, 2026

Effective Date: May 7, 2026

Dear Users,

Thank you for using SwipeStar (hereinafter referred to as the "Service"), an intelligent photo cleaning tool operated by us (hereinafter referred to as "We"). We attach great importance to the protection of your personal information and are committed to safeguarding the security and confidentiality of your data in accordance with national laws, regulations and international privacy standards (including GDPR, CCPA).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect your personal information when you use our App. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Policy. Please read this Policy carefully, especially the bolded content. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please contact us through the contact information provided at the end of this Policy.

1. Scope of Application

This Policy applies to all services provided by us through the SwipeStar App (hereinafter referred to as the "Service"). It does not apply to services provided to you by third parties, such as third-party websites or services linked through our App. Third parties shall be solely responsible for the handling of your personal information in accordance with their own privacy policies or user agreements.

2. How We Collect and Use Your Personal Information

Personal Information refers to various information recorded in electronic or other forms that can identify a specific natural person individually or in combination with other information. In this Privacy Policy, it includes photos, device information, and network information.

We collect and use your personal information in accordance with the principles of legality, legitimacy and necessity. If you do not use a specific function, we will not collect the corresponding information.

2.1 Core Photo Cleaning Functions

To provide core photo cleaning services (such as deleting duplicate photos, blurry photos, sorting photos, and freeing up storage space), we need to collect the following information with your explicit consent:

Photo Information: When you use the photo cleaning function, we will access your device's photo library (with your permission) to scan, identify and process duplicate, blurry or unwanted photos. All photo processing is performed locally on your device. We do not upload, store or share your photos on our servers.

Storage Information: We collect your device's storage space usage (including remaining space, used space) to analyze and recommend photos that can be cleaned up, helping you free up storage space.

2.2 Information for Service Stability

To ensure the normal operation and stability of the App, we will automatically collect the following basic device and network information (non-identifiable individually):

Device Information: Device model, brand, operating system version, CPU architecture, and storage status (only used to troubleshoot crashes and optimize performance).

Network Information: Network type (Wi-Fi/mobile data) and network status (only used to ensure the normal operation of the App).

2.3 Device Permissions

We will only request necessary device permissions to provide services. You can choose to agree or refuse, and refusing will not affect the use of other basic functions:

Photo Library Access: To scan and process photos in your device's photo library. You can revoke this permission at any time in your device settings.

Storage Access: To save cleaning records and temporary data (if needed). You can revoke this permission at any time in your device settings.

2.4 Third-Party SDKs

To ensure the stability and security of the App, we integrate the following third-party SDKs, which will collect necessary information in accordance with their own privacy policies:

Bugly SDK (Android/iOS): Developed by Tencent. Used to troubleshoot app crashes and improve stability. It collects device model, system version, network type and other non-sensitive information. Privacy Policy: https://privacy.qq.com/document/preview/fc748b3d96224fdb825ea79e132c1a56

We strictly monitor third-party SDKs to ensure they comply with this Policy and relevant international privacy regulations.

3. Exceptions to Obtaining Authorization and Consent

In accordance with relevant laws and regulations, we may collect and use your personal information without your authorization in the following circumstances:

Necessary for us to perform our obligations under laws and regulations;

Related to national security and national defense security;

Necessary for public security, public health and major public interests;

Necessary for criminal investigation, prosecution, trial and execution of judgments;

Necessary to protect your or other individuals' life, property and other major legitimate rights and interests when it is difficult to obtain your consent;

Personal information that you have publicly disclosed to the society;

Necessary to maintain the safe and stable operation of the Service (such as troubleshooting faults);

Other circumstances specified by laws, regulations or national standards.

4. How We Store Your Personal Information

All personal information collected and generated by us within the territory of the People's Republic of China will be stored within the territory of the People's Republic of China.

We will only retain your personal information for the period necessary to achieve the purposes stated in this Policy, unless there is a mandatory retention requirement by law. After the retention period expires, we will delete your personal information or anonymize it.

If we stop operating the App and related services, we will promptly stop collecting your personal information, notify you of the suspension of operation by announcement, and delete or anonymize the stored personal information.

5. How We Share, Transfer and Disclose Your Personal Information

We will not share, transfer or publicly disclose your personal information to any company, organization or individual, except in the following cases:

With your explicit consent;

In accordance with the requirements of laws, regulations, legal procedures, or administrative and judicial organs;

In the event of mergers, acquisitions, asset transfers or similar transactions, we will require the new holder of your personal information to continue to be bound by this Policy;

Necessary to protect the legitimate rights and interests of us, our affiliates, you, other users or the public.

6. How We Protect Your Personal Information

We have adopted industry-standard security protection measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, use, modification, damage or loss:

Encrypt sensitive information during transmission and storage to ensure data confidentiality;

Establish a sound information security management system and clarify the responsibilities of relevant departments and personnel;

Regularly conduct information security training for employees to enhance their awareness of personal information protection;

Formulate a network security incident emergency plan and conduct regular drills to respond to security risks in a timely manner.

7. Your Rights

During your use of the Service, you have the right to access, correct, delete your personal information, withdraw your authorization consent, cancel your account and obtain a copy of your personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us through the contact information provided below. We will verify your identity before processing your request and respond within 15 working days.

Please note that we may refuse unreasonable, repeated or unrealistic requests in accordance with laws and regulations.

8. Protection of Children's Personal Information

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We will not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we find that we have collected personal information from children without the verifiable consent of their parents or guardians, we will delete the relevant data as soon as possible.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. For major changes, we will notify you through prominent prompts in the App. Your continued use of the Service after the changes take effect constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.

10. How to Contact Us

If you have any questions, comments or complaints about this Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us by email:

Email: 327808181@qq.com

We will respond to your request within 15 working days. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may also complain to the relevant regulatory authorities or file a lawsuit with the competent court in our location.