Privacy Policy - WA Status Splitter

Privacy Overview

WA Status Splitter is built with privacy as a fundamental principle. We believe that your video content is personal and should remain under your complete control. This privacy policy explains how our app handles your data and what we do (and don't do) with your information.

Key Privacy Principles

Local Processing: All video processing happens on your device
No Data Collection: We don't collect, store, or analyze your content
No Network Transmission: Your videos never leave your device
Transparent Operations: Clear information about what data is stored locally

Data Collection

What We Don't Collect

WA Status Splitter does NOT collect, store, or transmit:

Video Content: Your original videos or processed segments
Personal Information: Names, email addresses, or contact details
Usage Analytics: How you use the app or which features you access
Device Information: Device identifiers or system information
Location Data: GPS coordinates or location information

What We Store Locally

The following data is stored only on your device for app functionality:

App Settings: Your preferred segment duration (1-300 seconds), video quality settings (high/medium/low), and auto-save preferences
Processed Video Metadata: Information about videos you've processed, including file paths, duration, segment count, and processing dates
Thumbnail Images: Small, compressed thumbnail images (JPEG format) for video and segment previews
Video Segments: The actual split video files stored in the app's secure sandbox

Data Storage & Security

Local Storage Locations

All app data is stored securely within iOS app sandbox:

App Settings: Stored in iOS UserDefaults (encrypted by iOS)
Video Segments: Stored in app's Documents directory under "VideoSegments" folder
Thumbnails: Stored as compressed JPEG data within app metadata
Metadata: Stored as JSON data in UserDefaults

Security Measures

iOS Sandbox: App data is isolated and protected by iOS security
Data Encryption: Leverages iOS data protection and encryption
Permission-based Access: Photo library access only with explicit user consent
Automatic Cleanup: Temporary files are automatically removed after processing

Data Retention

App Settings: Retained until app is uninstalled or manually reset
Processed Videos: Retained until manually deleted or app is uninstalled
Video Segments: Stored until manually deleted or app is uninstalled
Temporary Files: Automatically deleted after sharing operations

Photo Library Access

Permission Requirements

WA Status Splitter requires access to your photo library for the following purposes:

Video Selection: To allow you to choose videos for processing
Auto-Save Feature: To automatically save processed segments to your Photos library (optional feature)

Permission Management

Explicit Consent: App will request permission when first accessing photo library
Granular Control: You can grant limited or full access to your photo library
Permission Revocation: You can revoke access at any time in iOS Settings
Limited Access: App works with limited photo library access if granted

What We Access

Selected Videos Only: Only videos you explicitly choose for processing
No Browsing: We don't scan or browse your entire photo library
No Metadata Collection: We don't collect photo library metadata
No Upload: Videos are never uploaded or transmitted

Data Processing

Local Processing

All video processing operations happen entirely on your device:

Video Splitting: Uses Apple's AVFoundation framework for local processing
Thumbnail Generation: Creates preview images using device's processing power
Quality Conversion: Applies quality settings using local hardware acceleration
File Management: All file operations occur within app's secure sandbox

Processing Information

Segment Duration: Configurable from 1 to 300 seconds (default: 30 seconds)
Quality Settings: High, medium, or low quality presets
Output Format: MP4 format for maximum compatibility
File Naming: Automatic naming based on original video and segment number

Performance Considerations

Device Resources: Processing uses device CPU and GPU
Battery Usage: Video processing may consume significant battery
Storage Space: Processed segments require additional storage
Processing Time: Varies based on video length and device performance

Third-Party Services

No External Services

WA Status Splitter does not use any third-party services for:

Video Processing: All processing is done locally
Data Storage: No cloud storage or external databases
Analytics: No tracking or analytics services
Advertising: No advertising networks or tracking

Apple Services

The app only uses standard Apple frameworks and services:

AVFoundation: For video processing and manipulation
PhotosUI: For photo library access and integration
UserDefaults: For local data persistence
FileManager: For file system operations

Data Sharing

User-Controlled Sharing

WA Status Splitter provides sharing capabilities that you control:

iOS Share Sheet: Uses standard iOS sharing system
User Initiated: Sharing only occurs when you explicitly choose to share
Multiple Options: Share to WhatsApp, Instagram, Messages, or other apps
No Automatic Sharing: App never automatically shares your content

Sharing Process

Temporary Files: Creates temporary copies for sharing operations
Automatic Cleanup: Temporary files are deleted after sharing
No Tracking: We don't track what you share or where you share it
Privacy Respect: Sharing respects your privacy and app permissions

Your Rights & Control

Data Control

You have complete control over your data:

Delete Processed Videos: Remove individual videos or all processed content
Reset Settings: Clear all app settings and preferences
Photo Library Access: Grant, limit, or revoke photo library permissions
App Deletion: Uninstalling the app removes all stored data

Privacy Settings

Auto-Save Toggle: Enable or disable automatic saving to Photos
Quality Settings: Control video quality and file size
Segment Duration: Customize segment length as needed
Storage Management: Monitor and manage app storage usage

Data Export & Portability

Manual Export: Save segments to your Photos library
File Access: Access processed files through iOS Files app
No Lock-in: Your data is not locked into our app
Standard Formats: All output uses standard video formats

Children's Privacy

WA Status Splitter 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.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify users of any material changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy.

Notification of Changes

App Updates: Privacy policy changes will be included in app updates
Website Updates: Updated policy will be posted on our website
Continued Use: Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Developer: Aamir Faiz
Email: privacy@wastatussplitter.com
Subject: Privacy Policy Inquiry
Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours

Data Requests

For data access, deletion, or modification requests:

Local Data: Most data can be managed directly within the app
App Settings: Use the app's settings to manage preferences
Complete Removal: Uninstall the app to remove all data

Legal Information

This privacy policy is governed by and construed in accordance with applicable privacy laws and regulations. If any provision of this policy is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to be valid and enforceable.

Compliance

GDPR Compliance: App operates under GDPR principles for EU users
CCPA Compliance: Respects California Consumer Privacy Act rights
iOS Guidelines: Follows Apple's App Store privacy guidelines
Industry Standards: Adheres to privacy best practices