Privacy Policy for AI Cartoon Generator

Introduction

Welcome to AI Cartoon Generator, an AI-powered image generation service that transforms your photos into stunning cartoon artwork. At AI Cartoon Generator, your privacy is of utmost importance to us, and this privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our services.

Information Collection and Use

We collect the following types of data to provide you with a better experience while using AI Cartoon Generator:

1. Account Information

   • What We Collect: This includes your name, email address, and any other information you provide when creating an account.
   • Purpose: To manage your account, provide customer support, and track your credit usage.

2. Image Data

   • What We Collect: Images you upload for AI cartoon generation, including metadata such as file size, format, and upload timestamp.
   • Purpose: To process your images through our AI models and generate cartoon artwork. Images are processed securely and deleted from our servers after processing.

3. Generated Content

   • What We Collect: AI-generated cartoon images and associated metadata.
   • Purpose: To deliver your generated content and maintain a temporary processing history. You retain full ownership of all generated images.

4. Usage Details

   • What We Collect: Information about how you use AI Cartoon Generator, including features accessed, generation requests, credit usage, and service interactions.
   • Purpose: To analyze user engagement, improve our AI models, and optimize service performance.

5. Device Information

   • What We Collect: Data regarding the devices you use to access our service, such as device type, operating system, browser type, and IP address.
   • Purpose: To optimize our services for different devices, ensure compatibility, and maintain security.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

   • What We Collect: Small data files placed on your device that help us track user preferences, session information, and improve user experience.
   • Purpose: To enhance the functionality of our services, maintain user sessions, and personalize your experience.

7. Payment and Billing Information

   • What We Collect: Information regarding your payment methods, billing address, transaction history, and credit purchase records.
   • Purpose: To facilitate billing and payment processing for credit purchases and subscription services.

Data Storage and Security

We take the security of your personal information and uploaded content seriously. The data we collect is stored securely on our servers with industry-standard security measures:

• Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols
• Access Controls: Strict access controls limit who can access your personal information
• Image Processing: Uploaded images are processed securely and automatically deleted after generation
• Data Retention: Personal data is retained only as long as necessary to provide our services
• Regular Security Audits: We conduct regular security assessments to maintain data protection standards

Data Retention Policy

We retain different types of data for varying periods based on legal requirements and service needs:

Uploaded Images

• Original Photos: Automatically deleted within 24 hours after processing
• Generated Cartoons: Stored for 30 days to allow re-download, then permanently deleted
• Processing Data: Temporary processing files deleted immediately after generation

Account Information

• User Profiles: Retained while account is active and for 2 years after account deletion
• Transaction History: Retained for 7 years for tax and legal compliance purposes
• Usage Analytics: Anonymized data retained for 2 years for service improvement

Communication Data

• Support Tickets: Retained for 3 years for quality assurance and legal purposes
• Marketing Communications: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion

Legal Basis for Retention

• Service provision and user support
• Legal and regulatory compliance
• Fraud prevention and security
• Business analytics and improvement

You may request earlier deletion of your data by contacting us, subject to legal retention requirements.

However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage, is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security. We recommend not uploading sensitive or confidential images.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information or generated images to outside parties, except in the following circumstances:

• To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests from public authorities
• To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others
• To provide services through trusted third-party partners (such as payment processors and cloud infrastructure providers) who assist us in operating our service, subject to strict confidentiality agreements
• With your explicit consent for specific purposes

Important: Your uploaded images and generated cartoon artwork remain your property and are never shared with third parties for commercial purposes.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal data we hold
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal requirements)
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "effective date." You are advised to review this privacy policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this privacy policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Service Provider: AI Cartoon Generator Website: ai-cartoongenerator.com Email: [email protected]

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Effective Date: January 1, 2025

By using AI Cartoon Generator, you consent to our privacy policy and agree to its terms. Thank you for trusting us with your information!