Protected Capture – Privacy Policy

Tamper-Proof Photo Evidence Platform

Effective Date: 06 February 2026
Last Updated: 06 February 2026
Version: 1.2

Protected Capture Ltd
Registered in England and Wales
Company Number: 17116871
ICO Registration Number: ZC138017

1. Introduction

Protected Capture Ltd is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal data when you use the App and Services.

About Protected Capture
Protected Capture is a tamper-proof photo evidence platform. All Captures are stored exclusively on your device. We do not upload or store your photographs on any server.

2. Data controller information

Protected Capture Ltd
Lilac Cottage, Church Hill, Rugeley, WS15 4PU
Company Number: 17116871
ICO Registration: ZC138017
Email: tech@protectedcapture.com

3. Personal data we collect

We follow data minimisation principles. Your photos are never collected or stored by us.

Data you provide

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Password (encrypted)
  • Optional business details

Subscription data

  • Subscription status
  • Transaction identifiers
  • Billing dates

Communications data

  • Support messages
  • Feedback and reports

Device and technical data

  • Device type and OS
  • App version
  • Network status
  • Security indicators (root/jailbreak)

Usage data

  • Feature usage
  • Session duration
  • Error logs

Location data
Collected only at capture time and stored on your device. We do not track you.

Data we do not collect

  • Your photographs or captures
  • Payment card details
  • Biometric data
  • Contacts or messages

4. How we use your data

Purpose Data Legal basis
Service delivery Verification data Contract
Account management Account data Contract
Support Communications Contract
App improvement Analytics Legitimate interest
Security Device data Legitimate interest
Marketing Email Consent

5. Who we share your data with

We do not sell or trade data. We never share your photographs.

Service providers

  • NTP servers (time sync only)
  • Analytics providers (anonymised)
  • Email providers
  • Apple/Google for billing

6. International data transfers

Data is primarily processed in the UK. Safeguards are used where transfers occur.

7. Data retention

Data Retention
Captures Your device only
Account data Account life + 30 days
Billing data 6 years
Analytics 24 months
Support data 24 months

8. Data security

  • Local processing of captures
  • SHA-256 hashing
  • Anti-spoofing protection
  • TLS 1.3 encryption

9. Your rights (UK GDPR)

Right Description
Access Request your data
Rectification Correct inaccuracies
Erasure Delete your data
Restriction Limit processing
Portability Export your data
Objection Object to processing

ICO contact
Information Commissioner’s Office
www.ico.org.uk

10. Cookies and analytics

The App does not use cookies. We use anonymised analytics only.

11. Children’s privacy

The App is not intended for users under 18.

12. Third-party data in captures

You are responsible for any personal data captured in images.

  • Ensure lawful basis
  • Apply redaction where required

Redaction
Permanent and irreversible before sealing.

13. Marketing communications

You can opt out at any time.

14. Changes to this policy

We may update this policy. Continued use indicates acceptance.

15. Governing law

Governed by the laws of England and Wales.

16. Contact us

Protected Capture Ltd
Lilac Cottage, Church Hill, Rugeley, WS15 4PU
Phone: 07876 662560
Email: tech@protectedcapture.com
Email: support@protectedcapture.com
Website: www.protectedcapture.com