Privacy Policy for Tarot Decks by Hojate

Effective date: January 23, 2026

Summary

Tarot Decks by Hojate is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information in our mobile application. In short: we do not collect, store, or transmit any personal information to our servers. All data remains on your device or in your personal iCloud account, which you control.

Information We Do Not Collect

Tarot Decks does not collect, store, or transmit the following types of information to our servers or third parties:

  • Personal information (name, address, email, phone number, etc.)
  • Usage analytics or tracking data
  • Device identifiers or advertising IDs
  • Location data
  • Payment or billing information (handled entirely by Apple through the App Store)
  • Any data about how you use the app

Data Stored on Your Device

Scanned Card Images

When you scan tarot cards using the app's camera feature, the images are stored locally on your device. These images are part of your personal collection and are never transmitted to our servers or any third parties.

Deck Information

Information about your decks, including deck names, card organization, and collection status, is stored locally on your device using Apple's SwiftData framework.

iCloud Sync

If you have iCloud enabled, your decks and scanned card images may be synced to your personal iCloud account using Apple's CloudKit service. This synchronization is handled entirely by Apple and is subject to Apple's privacy policies. We do not have access to your iCloud data. You can disable iCloud sync at any time through your device settings.

Permissions We Request

Camera Access

The app requests camera access to allow you to scan tarot cards. Camera access is only used when you actively choose to scan a card. We do not access your camera in the background or collect any camera data.

Photo Library Access

The app may request access to your photo library to allow you to import existing images of tarot cards. This permission is optional and only used when you choose to import photos. We do not access your photo library without your explicit action.

You can revoke these permissions at any time through your device's Settings app.

Data Sharing and Export

Deck Sharing

The app allows you to share your decks with others through iOS sharing features. When you choose to share a deck, the data is shared directly from your device to the recipient through the sharing method you select (e.g., AirDrop, Messages, Email). We do not facilitate or have access to these sharing transactions.

Data Export

If you export your decks, the data is exported directly from your device. We do not receive or store exported data.

Third-Party Services

Apple Services

The app uses the following Apple services, which are subject to Apple's privacy policies:

  • iCloud/CloudKit: For syncing your data across your devices (optional, controlled by you)
  • App Store: For app distribution and in-app purchases (if applicable)

We do not use any third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking services.

Children's Privacy

Tarot Decks is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us and we will take steps to address it.

Data Security

Since all your data is stored locally on your device or in your personal iCloud account, security is primarily managed by Apple's iOS security features and your device settings. We recommend:

  • Using a passcode or biometric authentication on your device
  • Keeping your iOS software up to date
  • Reviewing your iCloud privacy settings if you use iCloud sync

Your Rights

You have full control over your data:

  • Delete Data: You can delete individual cards, decks, or all app data at any time through the app
  • Disable Sync: You can disable iCloud sync through your device settings
  • Revoke Permissions: You can revoke camera or photo library access through your device settings
  • Uninstall: Uninstalling the app will remove all locally stored data (iCloud data remains in your iCloud account)

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The effective date at the top of this policy will be revised when material changes are made. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or App Store listing.

Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact:

Hojate
Attn: Privacy
[Contact information available through the App Store listing or app support]

Compliance

This privacy policy is designed to comply with:

  • Apple's App Store Review Guidelines
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
  • Other applicable privacy laws

This policy applies to the Tarot Decks mobile application (iOS) by Hojate. Last updated: January 23, 2026.