Privacy policy clauses for Expo Camera
Expo Camera is a media library that enables Expo applications to access device camera hardware for capturing photos and videos. It requires explicit user permission and collects camera data including captured images, videos, and associated metadata during use.
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What data Expo Camera collects
Your privacy policy must disclose each of the following data types when you use Expo Camera.
When does Expo Camera trigger privacy obligations?
Installation triggers immediate obligations
Adding Expo Camera to your Expo application initiates photo and video capture capabilities tied directly to user devices. The moment Expo Camera is integrated, you are collecting visual media content and associated metadata (timestamps, geolocation if embedded, device identifiers) through the device camera hardware. This is not passive analytics—it is direct capture of potentially sensitive personal data.
### Regulatory thresholds
GDPR (EU/EEA users): Expo Camera triggers GDPR Article 6 (lawful basis) and Article 13/14 (transparency obligations) immediately upon installation if any EU user can access the feature. Camera data qualifies as personal data under GDPR Article 4(1). You must establish a lawful basis *before* requesting camera permission—typically "consent" under Article 6(1)(a), which requires explicit opt-in *before* collection begins (ePrivacy Directive Article 5(3) on cookies/tracking applies to consent management too).
CCPA (California users): Photo/video collection triggers CCPA Section 1798.100 disclosure obligations. You must provide a "Notice at Collection" before capture, listing specific data categories being collected and the purposes for use.
