Last Updated: February 28, 2026
Effective Date: February 28, 2026
Welcome to the AI Plant Identifier - Care application (hereinafter referred to as "this Application"). This Application attaches great importance to the protection of users' personal privacy. We fully understand the importance of personal information to you, and hereby formulate this Privacy Policy. Please read and understand all contents of this Privacy Policy carefully before using this Application. If you have any questions, comments or suggestions regarding this Privacy Policy, you may contact us through the methods provided at the end of this Privacy Policy. Your use of this Application shall constitute your full understanding and acceptance of all terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect and Purposes of Use
We require the following mobile permissions:
- Camera Permission: To take photos of plants for plant identification and plant disease diagnosis.
- Photo Library Permission: To select plant photos from your photo album for plant identification and plant disease diagnosis.
All the above information is processed locally on your device and will not be uploaded to our servers.
Third-Party SDK: Firebase Analytics
Third-Party Entity: Google LLC
Function and Purpose:
To collect anonymous data such as users' usage frequency of functions and page access status, so as to optimize product functions.
Privacy Policy Link:
https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
Third-Party SDK: Firebase Crashlytics
Third-Party Entity: Google LLC
Function and Purpose:
To collect anonymous crash logs to help locate and fix application issues.
Privacy Policy Link:
https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
None of the data collected above contains any personally identifiable information, including but not limited to full name, phone number, precise location, text messages, call records, or third-party social media accounts.
2. Data Storage and Transmission
Except for the anonymous analytics mentioned above, we will not upload any data to our servers. All data is stored locally on the user's device.
3. Information Sharing
We will not share your information with any third parties except under the following circumstances:
1. Sharing with third parties with your explicit authorization.
2. Providing anonymous analytical data to trusted service providers mentioned in this Policy for the implementation of basic functions.
3. Sharing as required by laws, regulations or regulatory authorities.
4. Your Rights
Access, Correction and Deletion: You have the right to access, correct or delete the information stored in this Application. You may completely erase the cached data generated during the operation of this Application by uninstalling the Application and clearing the cache.
5. Protection of Minors
Our Application is not intended for use by minors. If you are under the age of 18, please do not use this Application or provide any information through any of its functions. Do not provide any information about yourself, including your email address. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a minor without verified parental consent, we will delete such information as soon as possible. If you believe that we may have collected any information from a minor, please contact us through the contact information provided at the end of this Policy.
6. Changes to the Privacy Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy in accordance with updates to laws and regulations, business development or other legitimate needs. The revised Privacy Policy will be notified to you within this Application via pop-up window, announcement or other appropriate means. Your continued use of this Application after the revision of the Privacy Policy shall constitute your full understanding and acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions, comments or suggestions regarding this Privacy Policy or our information processing practices, you may contact us at:
Email: support@vortexzm.com
We will respond to your feedback within 3 working days upon receipt and strive to resolve your issues.