Privacy Policy
Photoshow by Woxyn
Effective Date: March 9, 2026
Summary
Photoshow is a photo and video slideshow app that runs entirely on your device. We do not operate servers that store your photos. Your photos stay on your device.
What we collect: Minimal data for app functionality and improvement (Google account info for sign-in, photos from Google Photos (Beta), anonymized usage patterns via Firebase Analytics, crash reports for fixing bugs, and purchase info for subscriptions).
What we don't collect: Location, contacts, messages, browsing history, or photos beyond what you explicitly select.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
| Data | Purpose | Storage |
|---|---|---|
| Google Account (email, name, profile picture) | Authentication, personalization | Locally on your device |
| Photos you select from Google Photos (Beta) | Import to app for slideshows | Downloaded to your device |
| Photos you select from your device | Display in slideshows | Remain in original location |
| Feedback & Ratings | Star ratings (1-5) and feedback provided in-app | Anonymized for quality improvement |
Information Collected Automatically
| Data | Purpose | Collected By |
|---|---|---|
| Usage Patterns | Screen views, feature adoption (e.g., Digital Frame), slideshow duration, transition types, and button clicks | Firebase Analytics |
| Engagement Events | App shares, support email triggers, monetization interactions (e.g., ad attempts, Daily Pass rewards, Courtesy Pass grants), and rating dialog responses | Firebase Analytics |
| Device model, OS version | Crash diagnosis | Firebase Crashlytics |
| App crash logs | Bug fixing | Firebase Crashlytics |
| Purchase/subscription status | Premium features | RevenueCat, App Stores |
Information We Do NOT Collect
- ❌ Your location
- ❌ Your contacts
- ❌ Your messages or calls
- ❌ Your browsing history
- ❌ Photos you don't explicitly select
- ❌ Any data for sale to third parties
2. How We Use Your Information
| Purpose | Data Used |
|---|---|
| Display your photos in slideshows | Photos you select |
| Sign you in | Google account |
| Verify your subscription | Purchase data via RevenueCat |
| Improve App Features | Anonymized usage data (Firebase Analytics) |
| Optimize Performance | Crash reports and telemetry |
| Fix crashes and bugs | Crash reports |
| Show relevant ads | Device identifiers (by ad partners) |
| Respond to support requests | Info you provide when contacting us |
3. Where Your Data Is Stored
On Your Device (Local)
- All photos (both imported and from your gallery)
- App settings and preferences
- Authentication tokens (encrypted)
- Collection and slideshow configurations
- Local usage history
With Third Parties
| Service | Data Shared | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Sign-In | Email, name, profile pic | Authentication | policies.google.com/privacy |
| Google Photos Picker | Only photos you select | Photo import | policies.google.com/privacy |
| Firebase Analytics | Anonymized usage events | Feature improvement | policies.google.com/privacy |
| Firebase Crashlytics | Device info, crash logs | Bug fixing | firebase.google.com/support/privacy |
| RevenueCat | Purchase status | Subscription management | revenuecat.com/privacy |
| Google AdMob | Device identifiers | Advertising | policies.google.com/privacy |
| Google Play / Apple | Payment info | Processing purchases | See app store policies |
We do not operate our own servers. We do not upload your photos anywhere.
4. Advertising
The app may display advertisements to support our free tier.
- Ad Provider: Google AdMob
- Data Used: Device advertising ID, general usage patterns
- Your Control: Manage ad preferences in your device settings (Settings → Privacy → Ads)
Premium subscribers do not see ads.
5. Your Rights
What You Can Do
| Action | How |
|---|---|
| See your data | All data is on your device - check app storage |
| Delete your data | Uninstall the app (removes all local data) |
| Revoke Google Photos access | Device Settings → Apps → Photoshow → Permissions |
| Revoke Google Sign-In | myaccount.google.com/permissions |
| Opt out of personalized ads | Device Settings → Privacy → Advertising |
| Contact us | [email protected] |
For EU Users (GDPR)
You have the right to access, rectify, delete, and port your data. Since most data is stored locally on your device, you already have full control. Usage analytics are anonymized and used strictly for improvement. For any questions, contact [email protected].
For California Users (CCPA)
We do not sell your personal information. You have the right to know what we collect (listed above) and to request deletion. Contact [email protected] for any requests.
6. Children's Privacy
Photoshow is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you believe a child has used the app, contact us and we will assist with data removal.
7. Data Security
We use reasonable security measures:
- Authentication tokens are encrypted and stored only on your device (not on our servers)
- All network connections use HTTPS
- No cloud storage of your photos
- Anonymized analytics collection
However, no system is 100% secure. You are responsible for the security of your device.
8. Changes to This Policy & Features
We may update this policy to reflect new features or legal requirements. Additionally, we reserve the right to add, modify, or sunset (remove) any feature of the app at any time. Changes to this policy will be posted with a new "Effective Date" at the top. Continued use of the app after changes means you accept the updated policy and any changes to the app's functionality.
9. Contact Us
Email: [email protected]
Website: woxyn.com