Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Check USA ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we handle your information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the Check USA mobile application.

2. Information We Collect

Check USA is designed with privacy in mind. We collect minimal information:

We do NOT collect, transmit, or store:

• Personal information (name, address, phone number)
• Financial data or banking information
• Check images or check content on our servers
• Location data
• Device identifiers (except for advertising purposes as detailed below)

3. Third-Party Services

3.1 Google AdMob

Our app displays advertisements through Google AdMob. AdMob may collect certain information for ad personalization and analytics:

• Device advertising ID
• IP address
• Device information (model, OS version)
• Ad interaction data

For more information about Google's data practices, please visit: Google Privacy Policy

3.2 Google Play Services

The app uses Google Play Services, which may collect usage and diagnostic information as described in Google's privacy policy.

4. How We Use Information

The information stored locally on your device is used solely to:

• Display your check data in the app
• Remember your preferences (theme, tutorial status)
• Generate check images when you save or share them

5. Data Storage and Security

• Local Storage: All your check data is stored only on your device using secure local storage
• No Cloud Backup: We do not back up your data to any cloud service
• Data Control: You have complete control over your data and can delete it by uninstalling the app

6. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Check USA is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

7. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to Know: You have the right to know what personal information we collect (in our case, none)
• Right to Delete: You can delete all app data by uninstalling the app
• Right to Opt-Out: You can opt-out of personalized ads through your device settings
• No Sale of Data: We do not sell your personal information

8. Your Rights and Choices

• Ad Personalization: You can opt-out of personalized ads in your device settings (Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization)
• Data Deletion: Uninstall the app to remove all locally stored data
• Permissions: You can revoke storage permissions in your device settings

9. Data Sharing

We do not share, sell, or transfer your personal information to third parties, except:

• When you explicitly choose to share a check image using your device's sharing features
• Anonymous usage data collected by Google AdMob for advertising purposes

10. International Users

While Check USA is primarily designed for US users, it can be used worldwide. Please note that advertising services may be subject to different privacy regulations in your country.

11. 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.

12. Contact Us

13. Consent

By using Check USA, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.