PRIVACY POLICY FOR ALIGN

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

Gerlach Photo Co. ("we," "our," or "us") operates the Align mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our App.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

1.1 Information You Provide

• Photos you capture using the App

• Notes and addresses you add to photo albums

• Subscription information (processed through Apple's App Store)

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Device information (device type, iOS version)

• App usage data (features used, crash reports)

• Location data (only when you grant permission and take photos)

1.3 Camera and Photos Access

• The App requires camera access to capture photos

• The App requires photo library access to save photos to your device

• All photos are stored locally on your device

• We do NOT upload your photos to any servers

2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the collected information to:

• Provide and improve the App's functionality

• Save photos to your device's photo library

• Tag photos with location information (if you grant permission)

• Process your subscription through Apple's App Store

• Analyze app usage to improve user experience

• Provide customer support

3. DATA STORAGE AND SECURITY

3.1 Local Storage

• All photos and notes are stored LOCALLY on your device

• We do NOT store your photos on any remote servers

• Your photos remain under your control at all times

3.2 Security Measures

• Photos are stored in your device's secure photo library

• App data is protected by iOS security features

• Subscription information is handled securely by Apple

4. LOCATION DATA

4.1 How We Use Location

• Location data is used ONLY to tag photos with addresses

• Location is collected only when you take a photo

• You can deny location access; the App will still function

4.2 Location Privacy

• Location data is stored only with your photos

• We do NOT track your location continuously

• We do NOT share your location with third parties

5. SUBSCRIPTIONS AND PAYMENTS

5.1 Apple App Store

• All subscriptions are processed through Apple's App Store

• We do NOT collect or store your payment information

• Apple's privacy policy applies to payment processing

5.2 Subscription Data

• We receive only subscription status (active/inactive)

• We do NOT receive your payment details

• Subscription management is handled through Apple

6. DATA SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

6.1 We Do NOT Share Your Data

• We do NOT sell your personal information

• We do NOT share your photos with third parties

• We do NOT use your data for advertising

6.2 Limited Disclosure

We may disclose information only if:

• Required by law or legal process

• Necessary to protect our rights or safety

• In connection with a business transfer (sale, merger)

7. YOUR SHARING CHOICES

When YOU choose to share:

• You can share photos through iOS share sheet

• You control which apps receive your photos

• Shared photos are subject to the recipient app's privacy policy

8. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

• The App is not directed to children under 13

• We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13

• If we learn we have collected such data, we will delete it

• Parents: contact us if you believe your child provided information

9. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES

You have the right to:

• Access your photos and data (stored on your device)

• Delete your photos at any time through the App

• Revoke camera or location permissions in iOS Settings

• Cancel your subscription through Apple App Store

• Request deletion of any data we hold (contact us)

10. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

10.1 Apple Services

• App Store (for subscriptions)

• Photos Library (for saving photos)

• Core Location (for address tagging)

10.2 Third-Party Privacy

• Apple's services are governed by Apple's Privacy Policy

• We do NOT control Apple's data practices

• Review Apple's privacy policy at apple.com/privacy

11. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

• We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time

• Changes will be posted within the App

• Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance

• We will notify you of significant changes

12. DATA RETENTION

• Photos: Retained on your device until you delete them

• App data: Retained locally until you delete the App

• Subscription data: Retained only while subscription is active

• Deleted data cannot be recovered

13. INTERNATIONAL USERS

• The App is operated from the United States

• Your data is stored on your device (local storage)

• By using the App, you consent to data transfer if applicable

14. CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS

If you are a California resident:

• You have the right to know what data we collect

• You have the right to request deletion

• We do NOT sell personal information

• Contact us to exercise your rights

15. CONTACT US

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy:

Gerlach Photo Co.

Email: support@gerlachphoto.co

Website: gerlachphoto.co/align

For subscription issues, contact Apple Support.

16. CONSENT

By using the Align app, you consent to:

• This Privacy Policy

• Our collection and use of information as described

• Local storage of your photos and data

17. SUMMARY OF KEY POINTS

✓ Your photos stay on YOUR device (not uploaded to servers)

✓ We do NOT sell or share your personal information

✓ Location is used ONLY for photo address tagging

✓ You control all sharing through iOS features

✓ Subscriptions are processed securely by Apple

✓ You can delete all data at any time

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This Privacy Policy is effective as of December 8, 2025.