Welcome to Photo Editor - AI Filter ("we", "us", or "our"). We recognize that your privacy is fundamental to your trust in our services. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, protection, and disclosure of your information when you use our AI-powered photo editing application (the "Service") and explains your rights relating to that information.

By accessing or using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please do not use the Service.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to provide, maintain, and improve the Service. The information we collect falls into two main categories:

1.1 Automatically Collected Information

When you use the Service, we may automatically collect certain technical and usage-related information to ensure optimal performance and user experience:

• Device information: Model, operating system version, language settings, and hardware specifications to ensure compatibility
• Usage data: Features accessed, interaction patterns, session duration, and error logs to identify areas for improvement
• Technical data: IP address (for security purposes only), network type, and app version to deliver relevant updates

1.2 Information You Provide Voluntarily

We collect information you choose to share with us to fulfill specific service needs:

• Feedback and support information: Details about issues or suggestions you provide when contacting customer service, including any contact information you choose to share
• Payment information: If you purchase premium features, transaction details are processed through third-party payment processors (we do not store credit card numbers or sensitive payment data)
• Account information: If you create an account, basic details like email address (used only for account verification and important notifications)

2. Camera, Photo Library Access & Data Handling

The Service requires access to your device's camera and photo library to deliver core photo editing and enhancement features. We handle this sensitive data with the strictest privacy protections:

2.1 Permission Control

Access to your camera and photo library is granted solely at your discretion. You can review and modify these permissions at any time through your device's settings. Disabling permissions will prevent the Service from accessing the respective features but will not affect other functionality.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information exclusively for the following legitimate purposes:

• Deliver and maintain core Service features (e.g., photo editing, enhancement tools)
• Optimize performance and resolve technical issues
• Personalize your experience based on usage patterns (e.g., prioritizing frequently used tools)
• Process and confirm premium feature purchases
• Respond to your feedback, questions, or support requests
• Send critical updates (e.g., security patches, service changes) that affect your use of the Service
• Protect the security and integrity of the Service (e.g., preventing unauthorized access, fraud)
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal obligations

We will never use your information for purposes unrelated to the Service without your explicit consent.

4. Data Sharing & Security

4.1 Data Sharing Practices

4.2 Security Protections

We implement industry-standard security measures to safeguard your information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction:

• End-to-end SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted between your device and our servers
• Secure cloud infrastructure with restricted access controls
• Regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and penetration testing
• Data minimization practices (collecting only what we need)
• Confidentiality training for all team members with access to user data

While we strive to provide maximum security, no online service is completely immune to risks. You play an important role in protecting your information by using strong passwords and keeping your device secure.

5. Your Privacy Rights

Under applicable data protection laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, CalOPPA), you have the following rights regarding your personal information. We make it easy to exercise these rights without unnecessary hurdles:

• Right to Access
  • Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
  • Receive clear, understandable information about how we use your data
• Right to Correction
  • Request correction of inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated personal information
• Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten")
  • Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal or legitimate business retention requirements
• Right to Restriction of Processing
  • Request that we limit how we use your information (e.g., if you dispute its accuracy)
• Right to Data Portability
  • Request your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format that you can transfer to another service provider
• Right to Object
  • Object to the processing of your information for marketing or non-essential purposes

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 9. We will respond to valid requests within 30 days (or as required by applicable law) and may ask for additional information to verify your identity.

6. Region-Specific Privacy Rights

6.1 California Consumers (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have the following additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

• Right to know the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect, use, and disclose
• Right to opt out of any future sale of personal information (we do not currently sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights (we will not deny service, charge higher fees, or provide lower quality service)
• Right to designate an authorized agent to submit requests on your behalf (proof of authorization may be required)

6.2 Nevada Residents

Under Nevada Revised Statutes Chapter 603A, you have the right to opt out of the sale of your personal information. As stated above, we do not sell personal information, so this opt-out right does not currently apply, but we will honor any such requests if our practices change.

6.3 European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom (UK), and Switzerland Residents (GDPR)

Residents of these regions have the rights outlined in Section 5, plus additional protections under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)
• Right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have violated your privacy rights
• Right to know the legal basis for processing your information (e.g., legitimate interest, consent, contractual necessity)

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Our retention periods are based on the following principles:

• Automatically collected technical/usage data: Retained for up to 12 months to identify trends and improve performance, then anonymized
• Account information: Retained for as long as your account is active, or 30 days after you request account deletion
• Payment transaction data: Retained for 7 years to comply with financial reporting and tax requirements (in anonymized form where possible)
• Support/feedback data: Retained for 6 months to resolve issues, then deleted unless legal preservation is required

8. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 16 ("Children"). We do not knowingly collect, use, or disclose personal information from Children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a Child without verifiable parental consent, we will immediately delete that information from our systems. Parents or guardians who believe their Child has provided information to us should contact us to request deletion.

9. Contact Us

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or the Service. When we make material changes:

• We will revise the "Last Updated" date at the bottom of this page
• We will notify you at least 30 days before the changes take effect (via in-app notification, email, or prominent posting on the Service)
• For significant changes, we may request your explicit consent before the updated policy applies to you

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of the Service after the effective date of the updated policy constitutes your acceptance of the changes. If you do not agree to the updated policy, please stop using the Service.