Privacy Policy

Last updated on Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023

Your privacy is paramount to us at Blinky. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices concerning the personal information we collect through our mobile application.

1. Information Collection and Usage

Blinky utilizes the device's camera to detect blinking patterns through computational analysis of vector points related to your eyes. We ensure the utmost privacy and security concerning this data, clarifying that:

  • No Image Storage or Transmission: Blinky does not store, render, or transmit images or facial data acquired from the camera.
  • Data Usage and Retention: The analytical computations occur entirely on the device and do not result in the collection, storage, or transmission of facial data. Any data utilized to detect blinks is immediately discarded post-analysis and is not retained between sessions.
  • No Third-party Sharing: Blinky does not share any face data, or any derivative data, with third parties.

2. No Medical Advice or Endorsement

Blinky aims to assist users in monitoring their blinking patterns for educational and informational purposes. It is imperative to clarify that:

  • Not Medical Advice: Blinky does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The information provided is not a substitute for professional healthcare advice or consultation.
  • No Professional Endorsement: Though Blinky seeks to offer valuable insights into blinking patterns, it is not endorsed by healthcare professionals.

3. User’s Responsibility

The user acknowledges that:

  • Informational Use: The insights provided by Blinky, including categories or evaluations regarding blinking patterns, are based on general estimations and are to be used for informational purposes only.
  • Variability: Blinking patterns can vary widely among individuals and under different conditions. The information and categories provided are general estimates based on certain norms and may not apply to all individuals or circumstances.

4. Limitation of Liability

Users agree that:

  • Educational Tool: Blinky serves as an educational tool and does not claim to offer definitive insights into the user’s eye health or overall wellness.
  • No Liability: The creators of Blinky shall not be held liable for any decisions made or actions taken based on the information provided by the app.

5. Changes to This Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Thus, we advise you to review this page periodically for any changes. These changes are effective immediately after they are posted on this page.