This Privacy Policy describes how SophID ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use the SophID Station application ("the App"). SophID Station is a kiosk application designed for biometric face authentication at event check-in points.
1. Information We Collect
Camera Data
The App uses the device's camera to capture facial images for biometric authentication purposes. This includes:
Facial images captured during authentication at check-in
Facial feature embeddings (mathematical representations of facial features)
Important: All facial biometric processing is performed locally on the device. Your facial images and biometric data are processed on-device and are not stored permanently after authentication.
Network Data
The App requires internet access for the following purposes:
Downloading required application resources and updates
Communicating with authentication servers to verify check-in status
Syncing authentication results with backend services
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
Provide facial biometric authentication services at event check-in points
Verify your identity during authentication attempts
Process event check-in and ticket redemption
Ensure the proper functioning of the App
3. Data Storage and Security
We take the security of your biometric data seriously:
Local Processing: Facial recognition and biometric extraction are performed entirely on the device
Temporary Storage: Facial images are processed in real-time and not stored permanently on the kiosk device
Secure Communication: All communications with backend services use encrypted connections
No Persistent Storage: Raw facial images are not retained after authentication is complete
4. Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal biometric information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:
With event organizers for check-in verification purposes
To comply with legal obligations or valid legal processes
To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
5. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your data:
Access: Request information about the data we hold about you
Deletion: Request deletion of your biometric data
Opt-out: Choose not to use biometric check-in and use alternative verification methods
6. Age and Eligibility
The App may be used by individuals of all ages. SophID does not impose age-based eligibility restrictions for use of the App.
7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
8. Permissions Used
The App requires the following permissions:
Camera (CAMERA): Required to capture facial images for biometric authentication at check-in
Internet (INTERNET): Required to communicate with authentication services and verify check-in status
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: