Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 13, 2026

ShutterCount.net (“we”, “our”, or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our services.

1. Information Collection

We only collect necessary information to provide our services:

  • Photo Uploads: When using shutter count or EXIF analysis features, you must upload photos taken with your camera. These photos are used exclusively to extract technical parameters like shutter count and EXIF data.
  • No Additional Data: We do not actively collect or require personal identifiers such as names, email addresses, or contact information.

2. Information Use

Your photos are processed securely and temporarily:

  • Single Purpose: Uploaded photos are analyzed solely to generate requested camera metrics.
  • No Retention: We do not store, share, or reuse your photos for any purpose beyond immediate analysis.
  • Automatic Deletion: All photos are permanently deleted from our systems immediately after processing, and the results are only retained for 24 hours.

3. Data Security

We implement standard security measures:

  • Encrypted Transfers: File uploads use HTTPS encryption during transmission.
  • Protected Processing: Files are handled in secure environments during analysis.
  • Risk Acknowledgement: Note that no internet-based system can guarantee absolute security.

4. Third-Party Services

Our website integrates with external services for enhanced functionality:

  • Service Types: These include third-party analytics tools, advertising platforms, and mapping services (e.g., OpenStreetMap).
  • External Governance: Third-party services operate under their own privacy policies and terms.
  • User Discretion: We recommend reviewing the privacy practices of any third-party services you access through our platform.

5. GDPR Compliance

For users in the European Economic Area:

  • Data Rights: You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your data.
  • Processing Objection: You may object to data processing by discontinuing service use.
  • Contact: Submit GDPR-related requests to privacy@shuttercount.net.

6. Use of Cookies

We use a minimal number of first-party cookies that are strictly necessary to provide core functionality on ShutterCount.net. These cookies are exempt from consent requirements under the ePrivacy Directive and GDPR because they are essential for the service you have requested.

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies: We set limited first-party cookies to recognize returning users, maintain basic preferences, and prevent abuse of interactive features (for example, preventing repeated likes on the same article within a limited time period). These cookies do not track your behavior across other websites.
  • Purpose and Legal Basis: These cookies are necessary for the technical provision of the service and/or based on our legitimate interests in preventing fraud and ensuring smooth functionality.
  • Third-Party Services: Integrations such as OpenStreetMap, analytics, or advertising may set additional cookies according to their own policies. We encourage you to review their privacy notices.
  • Your Rights and Control: You can manage or block cookies via your browser settings. Note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may impact site functionality.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our services are designed for adult users:

  • Age Restriction: We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 13 years old.
  • Proactive Measures: If we become aware of any such data collection, we will delete it promptly.

8. Policy Updates

We may update this policy as needed:

  • Change Notification: Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
  • User Responsibility: Please review this policy periodically for changes.

9. Contact Us

Email: contact@shuttercount.net

Thank you for choosing ShutterCount.net. We maintain rigorous privacy standards in all operations.