Stitch Privacy Policy

Publication Date: September 2, 2023

Effective Date: September 2, 2023

Welcome to 'Stitch' (hereinafter referred to as 'the App') and its related services. The App is a tool that stitches consecutive images or videos into a long picture, providing a simpler and more efficient way for you to obtain the desired long screenshot. It also supports quick annotation and download of long screenshots.

This Privacy Policy outlines the standards by which we process, collect, use, and disclose any personal information of yours when you access or use the App.

This Privacy Policy applies to the functionalities and services offered by the App itself, including scrolling to capture long screenshots, selecting images from the album for long picture stitching, and quick annotation of long screenshots. It does not apply to other products or services provided through the App. Before choosing to use third-party services, please ensure that you fully understand the terms of service and privacy policies of such third parties. Please take appropriate measures to protect your personal information and only provide it to third parties when necessary.

The App requires certain personal information from you in order to provide you with its services. If you choose not to provide the data required by the App or a specific feature, you may not be able to use the App or that particular feature. Similarly, if we are legally required to collect personal information but you fail to provide the data, we may not be able to provide you with optimal services. In such cases, we will notify you accordingly. In situations where sharing personal data is not mandatory, if you choose not to share such data, you may not be able to use features that require the provision of such data.

The album storage permission is not enabled by default and will only be used with your explicit authorization to fulfill specific functionalities or services. You can also modify the scope of consent or revoke the authorization in your device's operating system. Once the authorization is revoked, we will no longer collect any information related to these permissions. It is important to note that even with your authorization, we will not collect your information when the relevant functionalities or services do not require it.

This policy will help you understand the following aspects, so please read it carefully. We have highlighted important provisions regarding your personal information rights in bold, so please pay special attention to them.

The personal information we collect within this app
How we use your personal information
How we share, transfer, and disclose your personal information
How we protect the security of your personal information
Terms regarding minors
Third-party SDK services
Permissions requested within the app
Complaints and feedback
Revisions and notifications of the privacy policy

1. The personal information we collect within this app

When you use this app and its related services, with your authorized consent, we collect and process your personal information during your use of this app.

1.1 "Personal Information"

Refers to various information recorded electronically or by other means that can identify a specific individual's identity or reflect specific individual activities. This includes personal device information, personal photo information, etc., as stated in this privacy policy.

1.2 Information we collect during your use of this app During your use of this app

In order to ensure the secure operation of this app and its related services, we automatically collect your hardware model, operating system version number, unique device identifier, network device hardware address, and software version number. In order to prevent malicious programs and ensure secure operation, we collect installed application information or running process information, overall application usage and frequency, application crash information, overall installation and usage information, performance data, and application source.

1.3 Cookies。

This app does not use cookies or similar technologies (such as web beacons, Flash cookies, etc.).

2. How we use your personal information

We will use the collected personal information in accordance with the provisions of this privacy policy and to fulfill the functions of this app and its related services.

We will take reasonable and feasible measures to avoid collecting and using personal information that is unrelated to the stated purpose. If we use your personal information beyond the stated purpose and scope that has a direct or reasonable connection, we will inform you separately and obtain your explicit consent before using your personal information.

3. How we share, transfer, and disclose your personal information

3.1 Why your personal information may be shared.

Please understand that our products and services are not solely provided by us. In some cases, in order to provide you with a better product experience, ensure operational efficiency and quality, and ensure operational security, with your consent, we may cooperate with our affiliates and third parties. Therefore, we may share your personal information in the process of jointly providing services with our affiliates and third parties.

3.2 Principles of Information Sharing When sharing your personal information, we will adhere to the following principles:

Principle of Authorization and Consent:

Without your consent, we will not share your personal information, unless the shared personal information has been de-identified and the shared third party cannot re-identify the natural person subject to such information. If the third party's use of the information exceeds the scope of the original authorized consent, they will need to obtain your consent again.

Principle of Legitimate and Minimum Necessity:

The shared data must have a legitimate and justifiable purpose, and the sharing of data is limited to what is necessary to achieve that purpose.

Principle of Security and Prudence:

We will carefully evaluate the purpose for which the third party uses the shared information, comprehensively assess the security capabilities of these partners, and require them to comply with the cooperative legal agreements. We will rigorously monitor the software development kits (SDKs) and application programming interfaces (APIs) used by partners to obtain information to protect data security.

3.3 Purposes and Objectives of Sharing Personal Information

In order to provide you with more comprehensive and high-quality products and services, with your consent, some of our functions or services may be provided by the following types of entities, and we may also share your personal information with them: third-party or affiliated providers, contractors, agents, etc. who provide product features or services; software service providers, smart device providers, system service providers, and application developers who work with us to provide services to you.

We will only share your personal information for legitimate, justifiable, necessary, specific, and explicit purposes, and the scope of sharing will be limited to the personal information necessary to provide the service. At the same time, we will agree with our partners to strict confidentiality obligations and require them to handle your personal information in accordance with our instructions, this agreement, and any other related confidentiality and security measures. Our partners are not authorized to use the shared personal information for any other purposes. If you refuse to allow our partners to collect the personal information necessary to provide the service, you may not be able to use that third-party service.

We may share personal information with affiliated entities and third-party partners in the following situations: To help you use the relevant functions or services of the product; to ensure the quality, efficiency, and security of our product services; to safeguard your legal rights or public interests; to comply with relevant laws and regulations; to help you participate in promotional activities; to provide information to third parties with your authorization to achieve a legal agreement between you and the third party; and for other purposes stated in the privacy policy.

3.4 Transfer of Personal Information in Mergers, Acquisitions, and Asset Transfers

We will not transfer your personal information to any other third party unless we have obtained your explicit consent. In the event of a merger, acquisition, asset transfer, or other transaction that results in the sharing of your personal information with a third party, we will inform you of the situation and clearly inform the new entity holding your personal information that they will continue to be bound by this policy. If there is a change in the purpose of using personal information, we will require that entity to obtain your explicit consent again.

3.5 Rules for Public Display of Personal Information

We will not publicly disclose your information unless we have obtained your consent.

However, according to the laws and regulations of your country or region, mandatory administrative law enforcement, or judicial requirements, we may disclose your personal information to administrative law enforcement or judicial agencies in cases where it is necessary to provide your personal information. When we receive a disclosure request, we require that the agency provide legal documents corresponding to the request, and we only provide data that law enforcement agencies have a legitimate right to obtain for specific investigation purposes, in compliance with legal regulations. Documents disclosed by us are encrypted, where permitted by law and regulations.

4. How we protect the security of your personal information

4.1 We attach great importance to the security of your personal information.

We strive to implement various reasonable physical, technical, and managerial security measures to protect your personal information, prevent unauthorized access or modification of your personal information, and avoid data damage or loss.

4.2 Unforeseen Circumstances

Despite taking reasonable and effective measures and complying with the standards required by relevant laws and regulations, please understand that due to technological limitations and potential malicious means, in the internet industry, even with the utmost effort to enhance security measures, it is not possible to guarantee the absolute security of information at all times. We will do our best to ensure the security of the personal information you provide to us.

5. Terms regarding minors

If you are a minor under the age of 18, before using this software and related services, you should read and agree to this privacy policy together with your parents or other guardians who will supervise and guide you.

We protect the personal information of minors in accordance with relevant national laws and regulations. We will only collect, use, store, share, transfer, or disclose the personal information of minors when permitted by law, with explicit consent from parents or other guardians, or when necessary to protect the interests of minors. If we discover that we have collected personal information of a minor without obtaining verifiable parental consent in advance, we will make efforts to delete the relevant information as soon as possible.

If you are the guardian of a minor and have any questions regarding the personal information of the minor you are responsible for, please contact us through the contact information provided in this privacy policy.

6. Third-party SDK services

In order to ensure the secure and stable operation of Stitch and its related functionalities, we may integrate software development kits (SDKs), application programming interfaces (APIs), application plugins, or other collaborative methods provided by our partners to achieve the intended purposes.

We conduct strict security monitoring on the code provided by our partners to protect data security.
The specific handling of data by the integrated partners is listed in the directory. For detailed information, please refer to the privacy policy or service agreement of each partner.
Please note that the data processing types may vary due to version upgrades, policy adjustments, or other reasons related to the partner's code. Please refer to the official documentation provided by the partner for the most accurate information.

7. Permissions requested within the app

For the purpose of ensuring the implementation of Stitch product features and the secure and stable operation, we may apply for or use relevant permissions of the operating system.

We will apply for permission to access your photo album for the sole purpose of selecting or storing pictures.
We will read some necessary data from your device to provide you with more customized services.
Depending on product upgrades, the types and purposes of permissions applied for and used may change. We will adjust the list in a timely manner to ensure that you are informed of the application and use of permissions.
Please be aware that we may also use third-party SDKs for business and product functionality and security needs. These third parties may also apply for or use relevant operating system permissions.

8. Complaints and feedback

If you wish to raise objections or make complaints regarding the way we handle your personal information, or if you have any questions, opinions, or requests related to this policy, please contact us as soon as possible. You can reach us at [mind.stitch@zohomail.com]. We will process and respond to your request within [7] days.

9. Revisions and notifications of the privacy policy

In order to provide you with better services, this software and its related services will be updated and changed from time to time. We will revise this privacy policy accordingly, and such revisions will constitute a part of and have the same effect as this privacy policy.

In the event of any significant changes to this privacy policy, we will make reasonable efforts to notify all users, such as by posting a notice on this software. However, you should regularly review this privacy policy to stay informed about any changes.

By continuing to access or use this software after the update of this privacy policy, you are deemed to have accepted the updated privacy policy. If you do not agree to the updated privacy policy, you must stop accessing or using this software.