🔒 Privacy Policy

How the App Works

ESP32-CAM Controller operates entirely on your local network:

• Local Network Only: The app communicates directly with your ESP32-CAM devices on your local WiFi network
• Device Storage: Camera configurations are stored locally on your device
• No Internet Required: The app functions completely offline - no internet connection needed
• Direct Communication: Video streams and commands go directly between your phone and cameras

Data Storage

The only data stored by the app is:

• Camera Settings: IP addresses, camera names, and preferences you configure
• App Preferences: Your chosen settings like timeout values and UI preferences

Important: All this data is stored exclusively on your device and is never transmitted to our servers or any third party. You can delete this data at any time by uninstalling the app.

Permissions

The app requires the following permissions to function:

• Network Access: To communicate with ESP32-CAM devices on your local network
• WiFi State: To detect your network configuration for automatic camera discovery

These permissions are used solely for the app's core functionality and not for data collection.

Data Controller

The data controller responsible for this app is:

Legal Basis for Processing

Since ESP32-CAM Controller does not collect, store, or process any personal data, there is no applicable legal basis for data processing under Article 6 of the GDPR. The app operates entirely on your local network and stores data only on your device without any data transmission to external servers.

Website Tracking Disclosure

This privacy policy page is hosted on our website, which may use essential scripts for functionality (such as theme switching). Our website does not use analytics, advertising trackers, or third-party cookies. No personal data is collected through this website.

Third-Party Services

ESP32-CAM Controller does not integrate with any third-party services, analytics platforms, advertising networks, or data collection tools. The app is completely self-contained.

Children's Privacy

Our app does not collect any data from anyone, including children. This applies to children under 13 (as defined by COPPA in the United States) and children under 14 (as defined by Austrian data protection law under the GDPR). The app is safe for users of all ages as it has no data collection mechanisms whatsoever.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected by updating the "Last Updated" date at the bottom of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Your Rights

Since we don't collect any data, there is no personal data to access, modify, or delete from our systems. All data remains on your device under your complete control.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Supervisory Authority

If you believe your data protection rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the competent supervisory authority:

Compliance

This privacy policy complies with:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
• Google Play Store Privacy Requirements
• Apple App Store Privacy Guidelines

CCPA Notice for California Residents: Under the CCPA, you have the right to know what personal information is collected, request deletion of your personal information, and opt out of the sale of your personal information. Since we do not collect, sell, or share any personal information, these rights are inherently fulfilled. We do not sell personal information as defined by the CCPA.