Privacy Policy

    1. Applicable Privacy Laws

    1.1 United States Privacy Laws

    BlueStorm's privacy practices are designed to comply with applicable U.S. federal and state privacy laws, including:

    • Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA)
    • Stored Communications Act (SCA)
    • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
    • State-specific privacy and data protection laws
    • Federal Trade Commission Act Section 5

    1.2 Philippine Privacy Laws

    Users in the Philippines are protected under:

    • Republic Act No. 10173 (Data Privacy Act of 2012)
    • National Privacy Commission (NPC) issuances
    • Privacy guidelines under the E-Commerce Act
    • Implementing Rules and Regulations of the Data Privacy Act

    2. Data Collection and Processing

    BlueStorm operates as a standalone tool that functions locally on your device. Our approach to data handling includes:

    • No collection of personal information
    • No data transmission to external servers
    • No persistent storage of scan results
    • No tracking or analytics
    • No cookies or similar tracking technologies

    3. Bluetooth Device Information

    During operation, BlueStorm may detect and display information about nearby Bluetooth devices:

    • Device identifiers (MAC addresses)
    • Device names and types
    • Signal strength and other technical parameters
    • Service and characteristic information

    This information is:

    • Only displayed locally on your device
    • Cleared when closing the application
    • Not permanently stored unless explicitly saved by you
    • Not transmitted to any external servers

    ⚠️ Privacy Notice

    Important Considerations:

    • Bluetooth scanning may capture sensitive device information
    • Users must ensure compliance with privacy laws in their jurisdiction
    • Unauthorized collection of personal data may result in legal penalties
    • Consider privacy implications before conducting any security research

    For specific guidance on privacy compliance in your jurisdiction, consult with appropriate legal counsel. This tool should only be used in accordance with applicable privacy laws and regulations.