iCarX Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 27, 2026 | Effective Date: April 27, 2026

        Important Notice: iCarX ("we", "this app") highly values your privacy protection. This privacy policy details how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information. By using this app, you agree to the terms of this policy.
    

1. Information We Collect

To provide vehicle AI detection services, we collect the following types of information:

1.1 Information You Provide

Vehicle Photos: Photos used for AI paint damage detection and tire tread depth analysis
Engine Recordings: Engine sound recordings used for AI fault diagnosis

1.2 Device Information

Device Identification: Device model, operating system version (for app functionality optimization only)
Camera and Microphone: For capturing vehicle photos and recording engine sounds

2. How We Use Your Information

Information Type	Purpose	Processing Method
Vehicle Photos	AI paint damage detection, tire tread depth analysis	Local processing, no server upload
Engine Recordings	AI sound fault diagnosis	Real-time local analysis, recordings not saved

3. Data Storage & Security

3.1 Data Storage Location

All data is stored locally on your device only, using iOS CoreData and file system
Inspection reports and photos are stored in the app's sandbox directory
We do not upload any of your data to cloud servers

3.2 Data Security Measures

App data is protected by iOS sandbox mechanism, inaccessible to other apps
Uses iOS standard encryption APIs to protect sensitive data
Supports Face ID/Touch ID protection for app access (if enabled by user)

4. Data Retention & Deletion

4.1 Data Retention Period

Inspection Reports: Retained permanently until you delete them
Vehicle Photos: Retained with associated inspection reports
Recording Data: Deleted immediately after analysis, not retained
Sensor Data: Processed in real-time, not saved

4.2 Your Right to Delete

You can delete data through the following methods:

Delete individual inspection reports within the app
Clear all data in app settings
Uninstalling the app will delete all app data

5. Third-Party Sharing

        Important Statement: We do not share, sell, or transfer your personal information with any third parties. All data processing is completed locally on your device.
    

6. Children's Privacy Protection (COPPA Compliance)

This app is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we may have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately to delete it.

7. Your Rights

Under applicable privacy laws, you have the following rights:

Right to Access: View the data we hold about you
Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate information
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
Right to Restrict Processing: Limit certain data processing activities
Right to Data Portability: Export your data

8. Privacy Policy Updates

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any significant changes will be notified to you through in-app notifications. Continued use of this app constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

📧 Email: privacy@icar-app.com

🌐 Support Website: https://icar-app.com/support

📍 Address: Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park, Pudong New Area, Shanghai, China

⏰ Response Time: We will respond within 15 business days of receiving your request

10. Legal Compliance

This privacy policy complies with the following laws and regulations:

Personal Information Protection Law of the People's Republic of China
Cybersecurity Law of the People's Republic of China
Apple App Store Review Guidelines
Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)