Effective Date: August 21, 2025
Last Updated: August 21, 2025
Overview
Anchor - Parking Saver ("we," "our," or "the app") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our mobile application.
Information We DON'T Collect
Anchor is designed with privacy as a core principle. We do not collect, store, access, or transmit any of the following:
- ❌ Personal identification information
- ❌ Location data to external servers
- ❌ Photos or images you take
- ❌ Usage analytics or behavior tracking
- ❌ Device information or identifiers
- ❌ Network activity or browsing data
- ❌ Contact information
- ❌ Payment information
- ❌ Any other personal data
How Anchor Works (Locally)
Location Services
- GPS coordinates are accessed only when you save a parking spot
- Location data is stored locally on your device only
- No location data is ever transmitted to external servers
- Geocoding (address lookup) uses your device's built-in services
- You control when location access happens through app permissions
Photo Storage
- Photos of your parking spot are stored locally in your device's app storage
- No photos are uploaded to external servers or cloud services
- Images remain private and accessible only through the Anchor app
- You control camera access through app permissions
Data Storage
All app data is stored locally using:
- SQLite database on your device for parking spot records
- Local app preferences for settings and configuration
- Device file system for photos and images
- No cloud storage or external databases are used
Permissions We Request
Location Permission
Purpose: To determine your current location when saving parking spots
Usage: Only when you actively save a parking spot
Storage: Coordinates stored locally on your device only
Camera Permission
Purpose: To take photos of your parking location
Usage: Only when you choose to add a photo to your parking spot
Storage: Photos saved locally on your device only
Storage Permission
Purpose: To save parking spot photos and app data
Usage: For local data storage and photo management
Storage: All data remains on your device
Notification Permission
Purpose: To remind you about your parking spot or timer alerts
Usage: Local notifications scheduled on your device
Storage: Notification preferences stored locally
Third-Party Services
Anchor does not use any third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking services:
- ❌ No Google Analytics or Firebase Analytics
- ❌ No advertising networks or tracking pixels
- ❌ No crash reporting services that collect personal data
- ❌ No social media integrations
- ❌ No external APIs that collect user data
The app may use:
- ✅ Device's built-in geocoding for address lookup (processed locally)
- ✅ Android system services for notifications and storage (local only)
Your Rights and Choices
Since all data is local, you have complete control:
Access Your Data
- View all parking spots through the app interface
- Access photos through the app's photo gallery
- Review location history in the app's history section
Modify Your Data
- Edit parking spot details, notes, and names
- Update or replace photos
- Change app settings and preferences
Delete Your Data
- Delete individual parking spots and their associated data
- Clear all app data through device settings
- Uninstall the app to remove all associated data
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or Anchor's privacy practices:
- Developer: dash-laifu
- Project: Anchor - Parking Saver
- Repository: Available for privacy and security review
Since we don't collect any data, we cannot track usage or respond to data-related requests. However, we're happy to answer questions about how the app works locally on your device.
Remember: Anchor keeps everything on your device. Your parking spots, photos, and locations are yours alone.