Welcome to DrLock ("App", "we", "us", or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains how Shenzhen Lanxin Zhilian Technology Co., Ltd. , a company registered in Shenzhen, Guangdong, China, collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information when you use the Dr. Lock mobile application.
By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use the App.
Contact us regarding privacy matters:
Email: drlock@skychip.top
| Category | Data Items | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Account | Email address, password (hashed) | Account registration and login |
| Profile | Display name, profile photo | Personalization |
| Lock sharing | Recipient email address or phone number | Sharing lock access with others |
| Category | Data Items | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Device information | Device model, operating system version, device identifier | Service compatibility, crash diagnosis |
| Usage analytics | App feature usage, session duration, event logs | Product improvement |
| Crash reports | Stack traces, device state at time of crash | Bug fixing and stability |
| Push notification token | Firebase registration token | Sending push notifications |
| Door lock event logs | Unlock records, alarm events, doorbell events, video events | Lock activity history shown to you |
We request the following device permissions only when needed for specific features. You may deny any permission; however, the corresponding feature will be unavailable.
| Permission | When Requested | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Always — core feature | Communicating with smart lock hardware via BLE |
| Location (while using app) | When scanning for nearby locks | Bluetooth device scanning requires location permission on iOS and Android |
| Camera | When scanning QR codes or uploading profile photo | QR code device pairing; avatar upload |
| Microphone | When using the video doorbell intercom | Two-way voice communication with the doorbell |
| Contacts | When sharing lock access | Selecting a contact as the lock access recipient |
| Photo Library (read) | When uploading profile photo | Selecting an existing photo for your avatar |
| Photo Library (add only) | When saving captured images | Saving doorbell snapshots to your photo album |
| Notifications | On first launch | Receiving lock alerts, doorbell rings, and system notices |
We do not collect raw microphone audio beyond the live intercom session. No audio is recorded or transmitted to our servers.
We use your information for the following purposes, each supported by a legal basis under applicable law:
| Purpose | Legal Basis (GDPR) | CCPA Category |
|---|---|---|
| Providing and operating the App's core features | Performance of contract | Service providers |
| Sending push notifications for lock events and alerts | Legitimate interests / Consent | Identifiers |
| Sending access-sharing emails or SMS on your behalf | Performance of contract | Identifiers |
| Diagnosing crashes and improving App stability | Legitimate interests | Internet/network activity |
| Analyzing aggregate feature usage to improve the App | Legitimate interests | Internet/network activity |
| Complying with legal obligations | Legal obligation | — |
| Processing in-app subscription purchases | Performance of contract | Commercial information |
We do not use your information for advertising, marketing profiling, or selling to third parties.
We do not sell your personal information. We share information only in the following limited circumstances:
We engage the following third-party service providers who process data on our behalf:
| Provider | Service | Data Processed | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google LLC (Firebase Analytics) | Usage analytics | Anonymous usage events, device type, OS version | policies.google.com/privacy |
| Google LLC (Firebase Crashlytics) | Crash reporting | Crash stack traces, device model, OS version | policies.google.com/privacy |
| Google LLC (Firebase Cloud Messaging) | Push notifications | Push notification token, device identifier | policies.google.com/privacy |
| Apple Inc. | In-app purchases (iOS) | Transaction identifier, subscription status | apple.com/legal/privacy |
| Google LLC (Google Play) | In-app purchases (Android) | Transaction identifier, subscription status | policies.google.com/privacy |
| Email service provider | Transactional emails | Recipient email address, email content | Per provider privacy policy |
All service providers are contractually bound to process your data only for the purposes specified by us.
When you choose to share lock access with another person via email or SMS, we transmit the recipient's email address or phone number to our backend server solely to send the access notification. This information is not used for any other purpose.
We may disclose your personal information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests (e.g., court orders, government requests), or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users, ourselves, or others.
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or substantially all of our assets, your personal information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change via email or a prominent in-app notice.
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Account information | Until account deletion, plus 30 days for recovery |
| Door lock event logs | 90 days rolling window (configurable) |
| Video recordings | Dependent on your subscription plan; deleted after plan expiry |
| Crash reports | 90 days |
| Analytics data | 14 months (Firebase default) |
| Purchase records | As required by applicable tax and accounting laws (typically 5–7 years) |
When you delete your account, we delete or anonymize all personal data associated with your account within 30 days, unless retention is required by law.
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information:
Despite our efforts, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Our servers are located in the People's Republic of China. If you access the App from the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, your personal data is transferred to and processed in China.
China is not recognized by the European Commission as providing an adequate level of data protection equivalent to the EEA. We rely on the EU Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) as the legal mechanism for transferring personal data from the EEA to China. You may request a copy of the applicable SCCs by contacting us at drlock@skychip.top.
Regardless of your location, you may:
If you are located in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, you have the following additional rights under the GDPR:
To exercise your GDPR rights, contact us at drlock@skychip.top. We will respond within 30 days.
EU Representative: We are in the process of appointing an EU representative as required by Article 27 of the GDPR. Contact details will be updated in this policy once appointed. In the meantime, please contact us directly at drlock@skychip.top.
If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) grant you the following rights:
Categories of personal information collected:
| CCPA Category | Collected | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Identifiers | ✅ Yes | Email address, device ID, push token |
| Personal information (Cal. Civ. Code §1798.80) | ✅ Yes | Name |
| Commercial information | ✅ Yes | Subscription purchase records |
| Internet/network activity | ✅ Yes | App usage analytics, crash logs |
| Geolocation data | ✅ Yes (approximate, BLE scanning only) | Location while scanning for nearby locks |
| Sensory/audio data | ❌ No | Microphone used for live intercom only, not recorded |
| Inferences | ❌ No | We do not build consumer profiles |
To exercise your CCPA rights, contact us at drlock@skychip.top. We will respond within 45 days, with one possible 45-day extension if needed.
We comply with the California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA):
The App is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or under 16 for users in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under these ages. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information without parental consent, please contact us at drlock@skychip.top. We will promptly delete such information.
The App may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., our in-app purchase pages managed by Apple or Google). These third parties have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites or services and encourage you to review their policies.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will notify you by:
The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy reflects the most recent revision. Your continued use of the App after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Shenzhen Lanxin Zhilian Technology Co., Ltd.
Email: drlock@skychip.top
We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 30 days.