Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 27, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Wazam - AI Education Assistant ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Account information (if you create an account)
  • Educational content you submit (homework questions, essays, notes, etc.)
  • Images and photos you upload for analysis
  • Feedback and communications you send to us

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

  • Device information (device type, operating system, unique device identifiers)
  • Usage data (features used, time spent in app, interaction patterns)
  • Performance data (app crashes, errors, performance metrics)

2.3 Permissions We Request

  • Camera: To scan homework problems and educational materials. We only access your camera when you explicitly use the scanning feature.
  • Photo Library: To select images from your gallery for analysis. We only access photos you specifically choose to share.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • To provide and improve our AI-powered educational services
  • To process your homework questions and generate solutions
  • To analyze images and extract text for educational purposes
  • To personalize your learning experience
  • To track your academic progress and performance
  • To communicate with you about the app and respond to your inquiries
  • To ensure app security and prevent fraud
  • To comply with legal obligations

4. AI Processing and Third-Party Services

Wazam uses Google's Gemini AI API to process your educational content and generate responses. When you submit content:

  • Your content is sent to Google's servers for AI processing
  • Google's privacy policy applies to data processed through their services
  • We do not store your educational content permanently unless necessary for app functionality
  • Images are processed for text extraction and analysis only

5. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:

  • Data encryption in transit and at rest
  • Secure authentication mechanisms
  • Regular security assessments
  • Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services to you
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Portability: Request transfer of your data
  • Objection: Object to certain processing activities
  • Restriction: Request restriction of processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

8. Children's Privacy

Wazam is intended for educational use by students of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using our app, you consent to such transfers.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]
App: Wazam - AI Education Assistant

12. Consent

By using Wazam, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our app.