Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 14, 2025

1. Introduction

Calendar Genie ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App").

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Image Data

  • We process screenshots and images that you explicitly share with the App
  • Images are temporarily processed to extract event details
  • Images are not stored permanently and are deleted after processing
  • Image processing is performed using OpenAI's API with secure transmission

2.2 Calendar Information

  • Event details extracted from images
  • Calendar access permissions for adding events to Google Calendar
  • We don't read or collect existing calendar events
  • Event creation is user-initiated and controlled

2.3 Technical Data

  • Device information required for app functionality
  • Operating system version
  • App crash reports and performance data

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Image Processing

  • To extract event details using AI technology
  • To create calendar events based on extracted information
  • Images are processed securely and immediately discarded

3.2 Calendar Integration

  • To add user-approved events to Google Calendar
  • To manage event creation and scheduling

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Third-Party Services

  • OpenAI: For image processing and text extraction
  • Google Calendar: For event creation and management
  • These services are subject to their own privacy policies

4.2 We Do Not:

  • Sell your personal information
  • Share your data with advertisers
  • Store your images or screenshots
  • Track your calendar usage
  • Collect information about existing calendar events

5. Data Security

  • All data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard protocols
  • App Group sharing is secured using iOS security features
  • Temporary data is stored locally and protected by iOS security
  • No user authentication data is stored locally

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Control calendar permissions
  • Control photo library access
  • Delete app data by uninstalling the app
  • Request information about your data usage

7. Children's Privacy

The App does not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Users will be notified of significant changes.

9. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions, contact us at:
kunal.bham@vanderbilt.edu

10. Compliance

This App complies with:

  • Apple's App Store Guidelines
  • Google Calendar API Terms of Service
  • OpenAI API Terms of Service
  • App Store Privacy Guidelines

11. Data Retention

  • Images: Deleted immediately after processing
  • Event Details: Stored only until added to calendar
  • Technical Logs: Retained for 30 days for debugging

12. Your Choices

You can:

  • Choose which images to share
  • Review extracted event details before saving
  • Control calendar access permissions
  • Opt out of crash reporting

By using Calendar Genie, you agree to this Privacy Policy and our handling of your data as described above.