Need Clarification on 4.3(a) Rejection After Removing AI – Long-Term App with 200K+ Users

Dear App Review Team,

I am writing with deep concern and a sincere request for help.

My app has been live since 2019 and has grown steadily over the past 6 years. It currently serves over 200,000 users, many of whom have been with me since the beginning. This project is the result of countless days and nights of independent development. I can guarantee that all core features are my original work, even though I use a few standard third-party libraries.

In my latest submission (Submission ID: c6ab3d17-4b1b-4c67-935e-c0f0c62973c6, reviewed April 9, 2025 – version 4.3.9), my app was rejected under guideline 4.3(a). I had previously added some AI features using DeepSeek, and after the first rejection, I completely removed all AI-related functionality and content.

To my surprise, the app was still rejected for the same reason — 4.3(a). I have carefully reviewed the guidelines and my app, but I’m struggling to understand what exactly triggered the rejection. Without specific feedback, I don’t know how to fix it.

This app means a great deal to me, and to the community that depends on it. I don’t want to give up on it — and I know my users wouldn’t want me to. Please, I respectfully ask for your help. Could you kindly point out the specific issue(s) or part(s) of the app that violate the guideline? I am fully committed to resolving the problem and making sure my app complies.

I’m reaching out not just as a developer, but as someone who deeply cares about the work I’ve built and the people who rely on it. Please help me understand how I can make it right.

Thank you for your time and understanding.

Sincerely,

Our app aims to provide a unique, comprehensive, and user-friendly experience for those interested in learning about Chinese metaphysics and Bazi (Four Pillars of Destiny). Below are the key features that make our app distinct:

1. Flexible Bazi Chart Generation: Supports real-time switching between various time standards (True Solar Time, Beijing Time) and allows users to freely adjust the hour pillar.

2. Unlimited Chart Generation: Users can generate unlimited Bazi charts starting from the year 5 AD, suitable for studying and researching more ancient Bazi cases.

3. Four Pillar Date Lookup: Allows for easy and intuitive lookup of the corresponding Gregorian date, with a range from the year 5 AD to 2100 AD.

4. Support for Unknown Birth Time: Helps users who cannot recall their birth time to generate Bazi charts.

5. Customizable Interface Layouts: Users can choose between traditional classic layouts or modern minimalist styles to suit different preferences.

6. AI Image Recognition for Chart Generation: Introduces AI image recognition technology to the metaphysics field, allowing users to scan Bazi information from books and automatically generate a chart.

7. Voice Input for Chart Generation: The first app to provide voice-enabled Bazi chart generation, where users only need to say their birth details to generate a chart.

8. Flexible and Intuitive Luck and Annual Cycles: Users can quickly switch between different cycles of luck, years, months, and days, with an easy and intuitive interface.

9. Real-Time Display of Ten Gods and Deities: Displays Ten Gods and deities in the user's Bazi chart, along with their interactions, for deeper analysis.

10. Multiple Bazi Charts in Parallel: Allows users to display multiple Bazi charts on the same screen and switch between them simultaneously.

11. Chart Collection and Management: Generated charts can be automatically saved, and users can search for and compare historical records by using branches, stems, or five elements.

12. One-Click Screenshot and Share Function: Easily share Bazi charts via screenshots, and recipients can long-press to save the Bazi information.

13. Detailed Analysis of Cycles: Supports detailed analysis of each luck cycle and annual cycle with free cloud storage and allows for comparison and review of multiple charts.

14. Integration with Online Discussion Platforms: Supports integration with platforms like WeChat for discussion and allows users to save discussion records for future review.

15. Personalized Bazi Journal: Custom daily journals based on users' Bazi charts to record and analyze events related to their Bazi trajectory.

16. Celebrity Bazi Encyclopedia: A platform for studying historical figures' Bazi charts and building a Bazi database.

17. Classic Reference Texts: Includes classical texts such as "Yuanhai Ziping" and "Ditiansui" for user reference and study.

18. Chinese Calendar Function: A precise Chinese calendar with features for selecting auspicious dates and times based on Bazi.

19. Privacy Protection: Users can toggle between real-name and anonymous modes to protect personal privacy.

20. Free Cloud Storage: Supports cloud storage and synchronization with the WeChat version for easier learning and communication.

21. Birthday Reminder: Allows users to set birthday reminders based on either the lunar or solar calendar.

22. Red Envelope Record: Conveniently record Bazi-related fee details for income statistics.

23. Metaphysics Courses and Learning Center: Offers a variety of learning resources, including articles, courses, and beginner knowledge.

24. AI-Assisted Chart Generation and Online Discussion: Leverages AI technology to assist professional metaphysicists in Bazi analysis, making the process more efficient.

25. Simple and Quick Calculation Tools: Offers basic calculation tools for Bazi beginners to help them understand their charts easily.

History and User Feedback:

Since its launch in 2019, our app has received high praise from users. We are dedicated to providing accurate, practical, and user-friendly metaphysical tools to help users better understand and master Bazi. Over the years, our user base has continued to grow, and the feedback has consistently been very positive. Users particularly appreciate our innovative features and ease of use.

Recent Improvements and Updates:

In response to your feedback, we have made the following key improvements:

1. Removed Redundant Features: We have eliminated suspected redundant features to avoid overlap with other apps, making our app more focused and unique.

2. UI Optimization: We have further optimized the UI interface to provide a simpler and more intuitive user experience.

3. Removed Redundant Content: We have ensured the removal of any content that might overlap with other apps, preventing it from being misjudged as spam.

Future Plans:

We are committed to continuing to improve our app, with the following future development plans:

1. UI Upgrade: We plan to conduct a comprehensive upgrade of the app's UI to provide a more user-friendly and visually appealing interface.

2. Further AI Integration: We will continue to deepen the integration of AI technology to enhance the accuracy of Bazi analysis and offer more personalized recommendations for users.

3. Internationalization and Multilingual Versions: We plan to launch multiple language versions to cater to a global audience and provide a global user experience.

4. Data Security and Privacy Protection: We will continue to strengthen data security measures to ensure the protection of users' personal information and Bazi data.

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