Effective Date: [2026-03-24]
Last Updated: [2026-03-24]
App Name: [Yolo Photos]
Developer: [Yong Zhao]
Contact Email: [yaphetzhao@gmail.com]
Welcome to [Yolo Photos] (hereinafter referred to as "the App"). We attach great importance to the protection of your personal information and privacy. This Privacy Policy is intended to explain how we collect, use, store, and protect your information, as well as the rights you are entitled to.
By using this App, you signify that you have read and agreed to this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
While you use the App, we may collect the following information:
Information You Provide Voluntarily: Your email address and the content of your communication when you contact us via email.
Device and Log Information: Device model, operating system version, app version, crash logs, and basic diagnostic information (used for troubleshooting and optimizing the user experience).
Photo/Album Permission Information: Upon your authorization, the App may access the photos or album content you select to implement core functions such as image processing and saving. Under no circumstances will we upload your photos to our servers.
Subscription and Purchase Information: If you purchase a subscription service, the transaction is completed by the Apple App Store. We only obtain information related to the subscription status (e.g., whether it is a valid subscription) and do not have access to your payment account, credit card, or other sensitive payment information.
2. How We Use Information
We use your information only within a legal, legitimate, and necessary scope for the following purposes:
Providing and maintaining the core functions of the App;
Processing subscription status identification and entitlement distribution initiated by you;
Improving product functionality, stability, and security;
Responding to your inquiries, complaints, or technical support requests;
Complying with legal and regulatory requirements.
3. Permission Descriptions
To implement relevant functions, the App may request the following system permissions:
Photo Permission: Used to read/save images you select or edit;
Camera Permission (if applicable): Used to take photos for processing;
Network Permission: Used for necessary functional services, subscription status verification, and error diagnosis (if applicable).
You can disable the corresponding permissions at any time in the iOS "Settings." Disabling them may result in certain functions being unavailable.
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We will not share your personal information with third parties except in the following circumstances:
We have obtained your explicit consent;
Sharing is necessary to implement core functions (e.g., completing payments and subscriptions via Apple);
To fulfill legal and regulatory obligations or respond to legal requests from regulatory or judicial authorities;
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset transfer, if personal information transfer is involved, we will require the new holder to continue to be bound by this policy.
5. Data Storage and Retention
Your photo editing content is primarily stored locally on your device (unless you manually trigger cloud-related functions). We only retain necessary information for the minimum period required to achieve the purposes of this policy, unless otherwise provided by laws and regulations. Upon expiration, we will delete or anonymize the relevant information.
6. Data Security
We take reasonable technical and administrative measures to protect your information security, including but not limited to access control, the principle of least privilege, and secure transmission (if applicable). However, please understand that no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure.
7. Protection of Minors
The App does not provide services to children under the age of 13. If you are a minor, please read and use the App under the guidance of a guardian. If we discover that we have collected information from a minor without guardian consent, we will delete the relevant data as soon as possible.
8. Your Rights
Within the scope of applicable laws, you have the right to:
Access, correct, or delete your relevant information;
Withdraw granted permissions or consent;
Cancel relevant services (applicable if the App has an account system);
Lodge a complaint with us or report to regulatory authorities.
You may contact us through the contact information provided in this policy, and we will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
9. Third-Party Services
The App may integrate third-party services (e.g., Apple App Store payment services, crash analysis services, etc.). These third parties will process information in accordance with their own privacy policies; we recommend that you also read their privacy terms.
10. Privacy Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time based on business or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on this page and will take effect from the date of publication. If significant changes are involved, we will provide prompts through appropriate methods.
