Eracorder: Retro Camcorder

Retro camcorder for iPhone: tape, film and early-digital looks from four eras (1975–2003) with date stamp and title cards — no account and no server

Privacy policy

Last updated: 5 September 2026

Eracorder: Retro Camcorder is a camera app that takes photos and videos with the look of home-video camcorders from four eras. The app does not collect, store or transmit any personal data to us. We run no server for this app, there is no account or login, and the app contains no analytics, no advertising, no trackers and no third-party SDKs. Camera, microphone and photos are processed only locally on your device; the app needs no internet connection. We receive no data from you.

1. Data controller

We have not appointed a data protection officer or an EU representative because we do not reach the relevant thresholds. Please address all requests to the contact above.

2. What data we process

What we explicitly do not collect

• No account, no name, no e-mail address
• No advertising, no advertising ID, no analytics, no trackers, no third-party SDKs
• No server, no upload, no iCloud sync by the app: photos, videos and sound never go to us or third parties
• No read access to your photo library (import only through the system picker, only the items you choose), no access to location or contacts

3. Permissions on your device

The app requests only the following permissions. Each of them can be revoked at any time in your device settings; the app remains usable afterwards, with reduced functionality.

• Camera — Take photos and videos with the retro look. The picture is processed on the device only and used only while the app is open.
• Microphone — Only in video mode, to record the sound of your videos. Without permission, videos are recorded without sound.
• Photos (add only) — Save your captures to your photo library. This does not let the app read your existing photos. Without permission, captures stay in the in-app gallery.

4. Legal bases

We process personal data under the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (revFADP). Where the GDPR applies, we rely on:

• Performance of a contract (Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR) — everything needed for the app to deliver the function you requested.
• Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR) — secure and stable operation, abuse prevention, troubleshooting.
• Consent (Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR) — this app requests no special system permissions, so no separate consent is required.
• Legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c) GDPR) — in particular commercial and tax retention duties for payments.

5. Recipients and third parties

6. Retention and deletion

We store nothing because we run no server for this app. Captures and settings live on the device only. Removing the app deletes them; copies in your photo library remain until you delete them there.

Step-by-step instructions are available at Delete data.

7. Children and young people

This app is not directed at children. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 16. If we learn that such data has been submitted without parental consent, we delete it without delay.

8. Data security

Wherever the app transmits data at all, connections are encrypted via HTTPS/TLS. On the server side we use access restrictions, tenant separation and regular backups. Nobody can, however, guarantee absolute security for data transmission over the internet.

9. Your rights

• Access to the personal data we process
• Rectification of inaccurate data
• Erasure or destruction of your data
• Restriction of and objection to processing
• Receiving or porting your data in a common format
• Withdrawal of consent with effect for the future

An informal message to info@babala.ch or a call to 076 792 63 50. We normally respond within 30 days. To verify your identity we may request suitable proof. You may also lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (Switzerland: FDPIC; EU: your competent authority).

10. Changes to this policy

We may adapt this policy when the app or the legal framework changes. The version published on this page, with the date shown above, is the applicable one. We announce material changes inside the app.