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+# MyScan (temporary name)
+
+**MyScan** is a free and open source Android app for scanning documents quickly and privately.
+
+> ⚠️ This project is under active development.  
+> The app’s final name and repository structure may change in the near future.
+
+## Features
+
+- Capture from the device camera
+- Automatic document detection using segmentation
+- Perspective correction
+- PDF export
+- 100% offline, no ads, no tracking, no account
+
+## Philosophy
+
+Most document scanner apps are cluttered, invasive, or frustrating to use.  
+MyScan aims to be a simple, efficient and respectful alternative.
+
+## Privacy Policy
+
+The app does not collect or share any personal data.
+
+- Camera access is used only for local document detection.
+- No data is sent to any server.
+- No analytics, no ads, no tracking.
+
+See [privacy.md](./privacy.md)
+
+## Build instructions
+
+```bash
+./gradlew assembleRelease
+```
+
+## License
+This project is licensed under the GNU GPLv3. See [LICENSE](LICENSE) for details.