Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 2025

Privacy-First Approach

Duplicates Scanner is designed with privacy at its core. We don't collect or transmit any of your personal data or files. All operations happen locally on your device.

1. Website Analytics and Cookies

Our website (duplicates.flipfocus.nl) uses cookies to improve your browsing experience and help us understand how visitors interact with our site.

1.1 Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly (always active)
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand website usage through Google Analytics (optional, requires consent)

1.2 Google Analytics

When you consent to analytics cookies, we use Google Analytics to collect anonymous information about:

  • Pages visited and time spent on our website
  • General geographic location (country/region level)
  • Device and browser information
  • How you found our website

This data is anonymized and aggregated. We configure Google Analytics with IP anonymization and secure cookie settings to protect your privacy.

1.3 Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:

You can also disable analytics cookies by setting your browser to block third-party cookies or by using browser extensions that block tracking.

2. App Privacy (Duplicates Scanner Desktop Application)

2.1 Key Privacy Points

  • The App operates completely offline
  • No personal data is collected or transmitted
  • All data processing happens locally on your device
  • Your files remain under your control at all times
  • No analytics or tracking is implemented

3. Local Data Storage

3.1 App Settings

The App stores the following information locally on your device:

  • Source folder selections
  • Display mode settings (light/dark)
  • File hash cache

3.2 Log Files

  • The App creates local log files for diagnostic purposes
  • These logs are stored only on your device
  • Log files contain technical information about app operations and any errors
  • Log files are never transmitted to us or any third parties
  • You can delete these logs at any time through your system's file management

4. Data Processing

4.1 File Processing

  • All file operations occur locally on your device
  • No files are uploaded or transmitted to external servers
  • Generated file hashes are cached locally to improve performance

4.2 Third-Party Components

  • The App uses open-source software components
  • These components operate locally within the App
  • No external API calls are made during operation

5. Your Data Rights

While the App doesn't collect personal data, we respect and acknowledge your rights under the GDPR and other privacy regulations:

  • Right to Access: All your data is stored locally on your device
  • Right to Erasure: You can delete the App and its data at any time
  • Right to Data Portability: All data remains on your device in standard formats
  • Right to Information: We're transparent about our privacy practices

6. Data Security

6.1 Local Storage Security

  • All app data is stored in your device's protected app storage
  • Security of stored data depends on your device's security settings
  • We recommend enabling device encryption for additional protection

6.2 Best Practices

We recommend:

  • Keeping your operating system and the App updated
  • Using device-level security features
  • Regularly backing up your files before using the App
  • Managing app permissions through your device settings

7. Updates to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect:

  • App changes and improvements
  • Legal and regulatory requirements
  • Security best practices

Updates will be communicated through the App Store and our website.

8. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or concerns:

  • Use the contact form provided on our App Store listing
  • Include "Privacy Policy Question" in your message subject

9. Legal Compliance

9.1 GDPR Compliance

Although we don't collect personal data, we adhere to GDPR principles:

  • Transparency about data handling
  • Data minimization
  • Privacy by design and default
  • Local processing only

9.2 App Store Compliance

The App complies with:

  • Apple App Store privacy guidelines
  • Microsoft Store privacy requirements
  • Relevant platform-specific privacy requirements

10. Offline Operation

We emphasize that:

  • The App functions entirely offline
  • No internet connection is required
  • No data is transmitted to external servers
  • All processing occurs locally on your device

This privacy policy was last updated on July 2025. By using Duplicates Scanner, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.