CameraTimeSync Privacy Policy - AlwaysPhotographing

Effective Date: January 11, 2026
Last Updated: January 11, 2026

Introduction

CameraTimeSync is developed and operated by Richard Cox / AlwaysPhotographing (“we,” “us,” or “our”). This Privacy Policy explains how CameraTimeSync handles information when you use our iOS application.

Our Commitment: CameraTimeSync is designed with privacy as a fundamental principle. We do not collect, store, transmit, or share any personal information from our users.

Information We Do NOT Collect

CameraTimeSync does NOT collect, store, or transmit:

Personal identification information (name, email, phone number)
Location data or GPS coordinates
Device identifiers or unique user IDs
Usage analytics or app behavior data
Crash reports or diagnostic information
Photos or camera roll access
Any other personal or sensitive information

How Location Services Work

CameraTimeSync requests permission to access your device’s location services for the following purpose:

Purpose: To display your current GPS coordinates and accurate time on the app screen so you can photograph this information with your camera for time synchronization purposes.

How It Works:

Location data is processed entirely on your device
GPS coordinates are displayed only on your screen
No location information is ever stored by the app
No location information is ever transmitted from your device
Location services can be disabled in iOS Settings at any time

Technical Details:

CameraTimeSync uses Apple’s CoreLocation framework
Location requests are “When In Use” only (not background tracking)
All location processing happens locally on your device
The app does not have any server infrastructure to receive location data

Data Storage

CameraTimeSync does not maintain any databases, servers, or cloud storage systems. The app:

Does not store any user preferences or settings between sessions
Does not cache location history
Does not retain any displayed information
Does not create any user profiles or accounts

All information displayed in the app is generated in real-time from your device’s system time and location services, and exists only temporarily in device memory while the app is running.

Third-Party Services

CameraTimeSync does not integrate with or use any third-party services, including:

Analytics platforms (no Google Analytics, Firebase, etc.)
Advertising networks
Social media platforms
Cloud storage services
Authentication services
Payment processors
Crash reporting tools

The app operates completely independently without any external service dependencies.

Network Activity

CameraTimeSync does NOT:

Connect to the internet
Communicate with external servers
Download or upload any data
Check for updates automatically
Send any telemetry or diagnostic information

The app functions entirely offline and requires no network connection.

Children’s Privacy

CameraTimeSync does not collect any information from anyone, including children under the age of 13. The app is designed to be safe for users of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children because we do not collect personal information from anyone.

Your Privacy Rights

Since CameraTimeSync does not collect any personal information, there is no data for you to:

Request access to
Request correction of
Request deletion of
Request portability of
Object to processing of

You maintain complete control over location permissions through iOS Settings:

Open iOS Settings
Scroll to CameraTimeSync
Tap “Location”
Choose “Never” to revoke location permission

iOS Permissions

CameraTimeSync requests only one iOS permission:

Location Services (“When In Use”):

Purpose: Display GPS coordinates and accurate time
Required: No, the app will function without location permission (though GPS coordinates will show as “GPS Unavailable”)
Background Use: No, location is only accessed when the app is actively open
Control: Can be managed in iOS Settings > CameraTimeSync > Location

CameraTimeSync does NOT request permission for:

Camera or photo library access
Microphone access
Contacts access
Calendar access
Notifications
Background app refresh
Any other device capabilities

App Store and Apple

When you download CameraTimeSync from the Apple App Store, Apple may collect certain information as part of the download and installation process. This data collection is governed by Apple’s Privacy Policy, not ours. We do not have access to any information collected by Apple.

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 top of this policy. We will notify users of significant changes through:

App Store release notes
Update to this page on our website

Continued use of CameraTimeSync after changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

International Users

CameraTimeSync operates entirely on your local device regardless of your location. Since we do not collect or transmit any data, there are no international data transfers of any kind.

Data Security

Since CameraTimeSync does not collect, store, or transmit any data, there are no data security concerns related to user information. The app operates entirely within Apple’s iOS security framework:

Location data is processed using Apple’s CoreLocation framework
All displayed information is temporary and exists only in device memory
No data is written to persistent storage
No data is transmitted over any network

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information. However, since CameraTimeSync does not collect any personal information, these rights do not apply. We have no personal information to:

Disclose to you
Delete upon request
Sell (we do not sell any information)
Share for business purposes

European Users (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), UK, and Switzerland, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) provides specific rights regarding personal data. However, since CameraTimeSync does not collect or process any personal data, GDPR obligations related to data collection, processing, and storage do not apply.

CameraTimeSync operates on the legal basis of:

Legitimate Interest: Providing a utility app that displays device information
Consent: Location permission is requested with clear explanation and can be revoked at any time

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or CameraTimeSync’s privacy practices, you can contact us:

Email: [Your contact email]
Website: https://alwaysphotographing.com/cameratimesync/
Support: https://alwaysphotographing.com/cameratimesync-support/

Transparency Commitment

We believe in complete transparency about how apps handle user data. This Privacy Policy reflects our genuine commitment to user privacy:

No Hidden Data Collection: If we say we don’t collect it, we truly don’t
No Future Plans: We have no plans to add data collection, analytics, or advertising
Open Communication: If this ever changes, we will be explicit and transparent
User Control: You always have complete control through iOS permissions

Technical Verification

For developers and technically-minded users, you can verify our privacy claims by:

Network Monitoring: Monitor network traffic while using CameraTimeSync—you’ll see zero network requests
iOS Privacy Dashboard: Check iOS Settings > Privacy & Security to see CameraTimeSync only requests location
Source Code: [If open-sourced] Review our source code on GitHub to verify no data collection
App Permissions: Check iOS Settings > CameraTimeSync to see all permissions (only location)

Summary

What CameraTimeSync Does:

Displays current time from your device
Shows GPS coordinates from device location services
Displays timezone information
All processing happens locally on your device

What CameraTimeSync Does NOT Do:

Collect any personal information
Store any data
Transmit any data over the internet
Use analytics or tracking
Connect to external services
Access your photos, contacts, or other personal data

Your privacy is not a feature—it’s our foundation.

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please don’t hesitate to contact us through the support channels listed above.

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