Privacy Policy

Effective date: 1 July 2026

MathScans ("we", "us", "our") operates the MathScans iOS application and the mathscans.com website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information about you when you use our services.

1. Information we collect

Account information. When you sign in with Apple or Google we receive your name, email address, and a unique identifier.

Scan images. Photos you submit for scanning are sent to our servers for processing. Images are deleted from our servers immediately after the solution is generated and are not stored permanently.

Scan history. The recognised math expression, answer, and solving steps for each scan are stored in your account so you can review them later.

Preferences. Your math level, language, decimal separator, and notation preferences are stored to personalise your experience.

Subscription data. We receive subscription status events from RevenueCat (our payments processor) to determine whether your subscription is active.

Usage analytics. We may collect anonymised usage data (e.g. which features are used most) to improve the app.

2. How we use your information

• To provide and improve the MathScans service.
• To generate step-by-step math solutions using third-party AI APIs.
• To manage your subscription and verify access.
• To store your scan history and preferences.
• To respond to support requests.

3. Third-party services

We use the following third-party services to operate MathScans:

• Mathpix — math OCR. Your scan images are transmitted to Mathpix and processed under their privacy policy.
• OpenAI — step-by-step solution generation. Recognised equations are sent to OpenAI's API.
• Supabase — database and authentication hosting.
• RevenueCat — subscription and payment management.

4. Data retention

Scan history is retained until you delete it or close your account. You can delete individual scans from the History screen in the app. To delete your account and all associated data, contact us at privacy@mathscans.com.

5. Children

MathScans is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, contact us and we will delete it.

6. Contact

Questions about this policy? Email us at privacy@mathscans.com.