Family Photo Maker

Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 23, 2024

Introduction

Family Photo Maker ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you create an account, we collect:

  • Email address
  • Display name (optional)
  • Profile photo (optional)

Images and Content

To provide our AI-powered photo generation service, we collect and process:

  • Photos you upload for generation
  • Generated images created by our service
  • Preset selections and generation preferences

Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use our service:

  • Device information (type, operating system, browser)
  • IP address and location data
  • Usage patterns and preferences
  • Credit usage and transaction history

Payment Information

Payment processing is handled by Stripe and Apple In-App Purchase. We do not store your credit card information. We only retain transaction records necessary for account management and customer support.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain our AI photo generation service
  • Process your images and create AI-generated photos
  • Manage your account and credits
  • Process payments and transactions
  • Send you service-related notifications
  • Improve our service and develop new features
  • Respond to customer support requests
  • Comply with legal obligations

Image Processing and AI

Your uploaded photos are processed using third-party AI services (FAL.ai) to generate new images. These images are:

  • Processed securely and temporarily for generation purposes
  • Stored in our secure Firebase Storage for your access
  • Not used to train AI models without your explicit consent
  • Not shared with third parties except as necessary to provide the service

Face Data Collection and Use

What Face Data We Collect

When you upload photos to our service, we collect and process facial data from the images you provide. This includes:

  • Facial features and characteristics visible in uploaded photographs
  • Facial geometry and positioning data extracted by AI algorithms
  • Facial landmarks and biometric patterns used for image generation
  • The complete uploaded photographs containing faces

How We Use Face Data

We use the collected face data exclusively for the following purposes:

  • AI Photo Generation: To create professional-quality family portraits and photos using AI technology
  • Face Detection and Analysis: To identify and isolate faces in uploaded images for accurate processing
  • Style Application: To apply selected artistic styles and presets to your photos while maintaining facial features
  • Quality Enhancement: To improve photo quality, lighting, and composition while preserving facial characteristics
  • Service Delivery: To store and display your generated photos within your account

We do NOT use face data for:

  • Facial recognition or identification of individuals
  • Surveillance or tracking purposes
  • Training AI models without your explicit consent
  • Selling or marketing to third parties
  • Any purpose other than generating your requested photos

Third-Party Sharing of Face Data

Your face data is shared with the following third-party service providers solely for the purpose of providing our service:

FAL.ai (AI Processing Partner)

Purpose: Generates AI-enhanced photos from your uploaded images.

Does FAL.ai Store Face Data? No. FAL.ai does not permanently store your face data.

Privacy Practices:

  • Face data is transmitted securely via encrypted connections
  • Data is processed in-memory on their servers for generation purposes only
  • No permanent storage or database retention of your face data
  • Data is not used to train AI models or for any other purpose

Retention Period: 30-60 seconds (duration of the generation process only)

Why This Duration? Face data is retained only for the time required to process and generate your photo. Once generation is complete, all face data is immediately and permanently deleted from FAL.ai's systems.

FAL.ai Privacy Policy: https://fal.ai/privacy

Firebase Storage (Google Cloud Platform)

Purpose: Secure storage of your uploaded photos and generated images.

Does Firebase Store Face Data? Yes. Firebase stores your uploaded photos and generated images, which contain face data.

Privacy Practices:

  • Data is encrypted at rest and in transit using industry-standard encryption
  • Stored in secure Google Cloud data centers with physical and digital security measures
  • Google does not access, scan, or use your face data for any purpose other than storage
  • Your data is isolated to your account and not shared with other users or services
  • Google does not use your images for advertising, AI training, or any other purpose

Retention Period: For as long as your account remains active, or until you delete the images

Why This Duration? Images are stored indefinitely to allow you to access, download, and manage your generated photos at any time. You have full control to delete individual images or your entire account at any time.

Account Deletion: When you delete your account, all images containing face data are permanently deleted from Firebase Storage within 30 days.

Google Cloud Privacy Policy: https://cloud.google.com/terms/cloud-privacy-notice

Summary: We share face data with only two third parties: FAL.ai (temporary processing, no storage) and Firebase (secure long-term storage). We do not sell, rent, or share your face data with any other third parties. All third-party processors are bound by strict data processing agreements and are prohibited from using your face data for their own purposes.

Where Face Data is Stored

Your face data is stored in the following locations:

  • Firebase Storage (Google Cloud Platform): Your uploaded photos and generated images are stored in secure cloud storage with encryption at rest and in transit. Storage locations are in Google's data centers, primarily in the United States and Europe.
  • Temporary Processing: During photo generation, face data is temporarily processed on FAL.ai's secure servers and is immediately deleted upon completion.

Face Data Retention

We retain your face data according to the following schedule:

  • Uploaded Photos: Stored in your account for as long as your account remains active. You can delete individual photos at any time from your account.
  • Generated Images: Stored in your account indefinitely until you choose to delete them or close your account.
  • Temporary Processing Data: Face data processed by FAL.ai is retained only during the generation process (typically 30-60 seconds) and is immediately deleted upon completion.
  • Account Deletion: When you delete your account, all uploaded photos and generated images containing face data are permanently deleted from our systems within 30 days.

Your Rights Regarding Face Data

You have the following rights concerning your face data:

  • Delete any uploaded photo or generated image at any time
  • Request complete deletion of your account and all associated face data
  • Download all your photos and generated images
  • Withdraw consent for face data processing by deleting your account
  • Request information about how your face data has been used

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@richardfrantzen.se.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Firebase (Google), FAL.ai, Stripe for essential service operations
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, sale, or acquisition

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us at hello@richardfrantzen.se.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Export your data
  • Opt-out of marketing communications
  • Withdraw consent for data processing

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 you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: hello@richardfrantzen.se