Privacy Policy
How ValueHunt protects and uses your information
Your Privacy Matters: ValueHunt is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our AI-powered thrift shopping assistant.
1. Who We Are
Service Provider: ValueHunt
Location: Turkey
Service: AI-powered mobile application that helps users identify valuable items and estimate their market worth through image analysis and market data comparison.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Account Information: Email address, name, and password (securely encrypted).
- Item Images: Photos of items you scan using our app for valuation purposes.
- Communication Data: Messages you send through our support or feedback features.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Usage Data: How you interact with the app, features used, and scan history.
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers.
- Analytics Data: App performance, crash reports, and usage statistics.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- Provide Core Services: Process scanned images, identify items, and estimate market values.
- Improve User Experience: Personalize recommendations and improve accuracy over time.
- Account Management: Create and maintain your account and manage subscriptions.
- Communication: Send important updates and respond to support requests.
- Analytics & Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve app performance.
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We only share data in the following limited circumstances:
4.1 Service Providers
- OpenAI: Images you scan are sent to OpenAI's API for AI-powered item identification.
- eBay: We query eBay's API using item keywords to retrieve market data.
- Supabase: Our backend infrastructure provider that stores your account information and scan history.
- Payment Processors: For secure subscription payment processing.
4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of ValueHunt, our users, or others.
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS) and secure cloud infrastructure. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. You can exercise these rights at any time by contacting us.
8. Children's Privacy
ValueHunt is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover we have collected such data, we will delete it promptly.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or via email. Continued use of ValueHunt after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Information
Questions or Concerns?
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Email: support@valuehuntapp.com
In-App Support: Settings → Help & Support