Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to BackupFlow. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you use our iOS application.

Key Principle: BackupFlow is designed with privacy-first principles. Your photos, videos, and personal data are never uploaded to our servers or any third-party cloud services. All backups are made directly to your own designated servers.

2. Information We Do NOT Collect

BackupFlow is designed to protect your privacy. We do NOT collect, store, or have access to:

• Your photos or videos
• Your backup content or files
• Your server credentials (usernames, passwords, server addresses)
• Your personal documents or media
• Your backup history or file lists
• Your device's unique identifiers for tracking purposes
• Your location data
• Your contacts or other personal information

3. How Your Data Stays Private

3.1 Local Data Storage

All your backup configurations, server settings, and application preferences are stored locally on your device using iOS's secure storage mechanisms. This data never leaves your device.

3.2 Direct Server Communication

When you perform backups, your photos and videos are transferred directly from your device to your designated server (FTP, WebDAV, or HTTP). We do not intercept, store, or have access to this data transfer.

3.3 No Third-Party Analytics

BackupFlow does not use third-party analytics services, advertising networks, or tracking tools that could compromise your privacy.

4. App Store and System Information

The only data we may have access to is standard App Store purchase information provided by Apple, which includes:

• App download and purchase information (handled by Apple)
• Basic crash reports (if you opt-in to share with developers through iOS settings)
• App Store reviews and ratings (public information)

This information is managed by Apple according to their privacy policy and is not directly accessible to us in a way that identifies individual users.

5. Permissions and Access

5.1 Photos Access

BackupFlow requests access to your photo library solely to read and backup your photos and videos to your designated server. We do not store, modify, or share your photos.

5.2 Network Access

The app requires network access to connect to your servers for backup operations. All connections are made directly to your specified servers.

5.3 Background App Refresh

BackupFlow may request background app refresh permissions to perform scheduled backups. This is used solely for backup operations to your servers.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• Encryption: All data transfers support FTPS and HTTPS encryption
• Secure Storage: App settings are stored using iOS Keychain and secure UserDefaults
• No Data Retention: We don't store your data, so there's nothing to be compromised
• Local Processing: All backup logic runs locally on your device

7. Third-Party Services

BackupFlow does not integrate with any third-party services for data collection, analytics, or advertising. The app operates independently and communicates only with your designated backup servers.

8. Children's Privacy

BackupFlow does not collect personal information from anyone, including children under 13. The app is designed to be safe for users of all ages while maintaining complete privacy.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Significant changes to our privacy practices will be communicated through app updates or other appropriate means.

10. Your Rights and Control

Since we don't collect your personal data, there's no personal information for us to delete, modify, or transfer. You maintain complete control over:

• Your backup configurations (stored locally on your device)
• Your server credentials (stored securely on your device)
• Your backup schedule and preferences
• What data you choose to backup

You can delete all app data by uninstalling the application from your device.

11. Contact Information

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

12. Jurisdiction and Compliance

This Privacy Policy is governed by applicable privacy laws including GDPR (European Union), CCPA (California), and other regional privacy regulations. Since we don't collect personal data, compliance is inherently maintained.