Effective August 27, 2026
Privacy policy
Colonygrid performs its plate-QA workflow locally. Robert Corbin, the developer, does not collect data from the app.
Data collection
Colonygrid does not collect, transmit, sell, rent, or share personal information, device identifiers, usage analytics, advertising data, location, contacts, health information, or plate records. The app contains no advertising SDK, analytics SDK, tracking technology, account system, subscription, or in-app purchase.
Images and batch records
Imported or captured plate images, batch names, sample and plate codes, notes, analysis settings, capture diagnostics, detected regions, reviewer corrections, revisions, signatures, calculations, dispositions, and audit events are stored in the app's local container. Imported images are re-rendered into a normalized copy, so embedded source metadata is not retained in the Colonygrid record.
Camera and photo access
The camera is optional and is requested only after you explicitly choose Camera. Photo import uses Apple's system Photos picker, which lets you select an image without granting Colonygrid broad photo-library access. Colonygrid does not request location permission.
Evidence and sharing
Colonygrid generates PDF, CSV, JSON, text-manifest, and annotated-image evidence locally. These files leave the app only when you invoke Apple's share sheet and choose a destination. Your chosen destination may apply its own privacy policy. Generated package copies are removed by Colonygrid after seven days; source batch records remain until you delete the batch or app.
Network use
No network connection is required for analysis, storage, calculations, review, or evidence generation. Links in Method open external technical references only when you choose them. Visiting those sites is governed by each site's privacy practices.
Backups and device services
Apple may include app data in device backups according to your iCloud, Finder, device, and operating-system settings. Those services are controlled by Apple and by you; the developer does not receive that backup data.
Children and sensitive use
Because the developer collects no information, Colonygrid does not knowingly collect information from children. Colonygrid supports research and documentation; it is not intended to hold patient records, identify organisms, diagnose conditions, or provide medical advice.
Changes and contact
If Colonygrid's data practices change, this page will be updated before the related app version is released. Privacy questions may be sent to the developer.
Email Colonygrid privacy support