Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This comprehensive policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when using Photo AI Studio.
Last updated: December 2024
Introduction
Welcome to Photo AI Studio. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our AI-powered photo editing services. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. By using our service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect several types of information to provide and improve our service:
Account Information
When you create an account, we collect your email address, name, and authentication details through Google OAuth. We also store your subscription status and credit balance.
Usage Data
We collect information about how you use our service, including feature usage, processing times, error logs, and general analytics to improve our platform.
Image Data
We temporarily process the images you upload for our AI services. These images are automatically deleted immediately after processing and are never stored permanently.
Device Information
We may collect device information such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers for security and analytics purposes.
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Provide and maintain our AI photo editing services
- Process payments and manage subscriptions through Stripe
- Authenticate users and prevent unauthorized access
- Send service-related communications and support responses
- Improve our AI algorithms and user experience
- Analyze usage patterns and optimize performance
- Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud
Image Processing and AI Services
Your uploaded images are processed using our AI algorithms to provide photo editing services. We implement strict data handling practices: images are encrypted during transmission, processed in secure environments, and automatically deleted immediately after service completion. We never use your images to train our AI models or for any purpose other than providing the requested service. All image processing occurs on secure servers with limited access.
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:
- With your explicit consent
- To trusted service providers who help us operate our service (e.g., Stripe for payments, cloud hosting providers)
- To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests
- To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
- In connection with a business transfer, merger, or acquisition
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Account information is retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after account deletion. Usage data may be retained in anonymized form for analytics purposes. Payment information is handled by Stripe according to their retention policies. All uploaded images are automatically deleted immediately after processing.
Data Security
We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:
- Industry-standard encryption for data transmission and storage
- Secure authentication and access controls
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Monitoring for unauthorized access and suspicious activities
- Employee training on data protection and privacy practices
- Compliance with relevant data protection regulations
Third-Party Services
Our service integrates with third-party providers including Google (for authentication), Stripe (for payment processing), and cloud service providers (for hosting and infrastructure). These providers have their own privacy policies governing the collection and use of your information. We carefully select partners who meet our privacy and security standards.
Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided personal information should contact us immediately.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
Right to Access
You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
Right to Correct
You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
Right to Delete
You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
Right to Portability
You can request transfer of your data to another service provider in a structured format.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through prominent notices on our service. The date of the most recent update is indicated at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.
Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us through our support channels or email us at privacy@photoaistudio.com. We are committed to addressing your privacy concerns promptly and transparently. For data protection matters in the EU, you may also contact your local data protection authority.
Questions About Privacy?
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us.