Privacy Policy

SnapShade ("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 SnapShade (the "App") available on the Apple App Store.

By downloading or using the App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Photos & Images: Photos you upload for AI hair transformation. These are sent to our AI processing service (Google Gemini API) solely to generate transformation results and are not stored on our servers beyond the session.
• Account Information: If you create an account, we may collect your email address and display name.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, unique device identifiers, and IP address.
• Usage Data: Features used, session duration, in-app actions, crash logs, and performance data.
• Purchase Data: Transaction identifiers and subscription status managed through Apple's App Store and RevenueCat. We do not store full payment card details.

1.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

• We do not collect biometric data (e.g., Face ID templates).
• We do not permanently store your uploaded photos on our servers.
• We do not collect contact lists, location data, or microphone input.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain the App and its AI transformation features.
• Process your in-app purchases and manage subscription status.
• Improve app performance, fix bugs, and develop new features.
• Send you important service notifications (e.g., subscription renewals).
• Respond to your support requests and inquiries.
• Comply with legal obligations.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

3. Third-Party Services

The App integrates with the following third-party services. Each service operates under its own privacy policy:

4. Data Retention

• Uploaded Photos: Processed in real-time and not retained on our servers after the transformation is complete.
• Account Data: Retained as long as your account is active. Deleted within 30 days of account deletion request.
• Analytics Data: Retained in aggregated, anonymized form for up to 24 months.
• Purchase Records: Retained as required by applicable law and Apple's App Store policies.

5. Data Security

We employ industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• All data transmitted between the App and our servers (and third-party APIs) is encrypted using TLS 1.2 or higher.
• Access to stored data is restricted to authorized personnel only.
• We regularly review and update our security practices.

Despite our safeguards, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Children's Privacy

The App is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the European Union). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at mehmetirmaakk@icloud.com and we will delete the information promptly.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten").
• Right to Portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format.
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your data for certain purposes.
• Right to Opt-Out (CCPA): California residents may opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at mehmetirmaakk@icloud.com. We will respond within 30 days.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than the country in which you reside (including the United States), where data protection laws may differ from your jurisdiction. By using the App, you consent to such transfers. We take appropriate measures to ensure your data is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Apple-Specific Disclosures

As an App Store app, SnapShade complies with Apple's App Store Review Guidelines and App Privacy requirements:

• The App requests camera/photo library access only to enable the photo upload feature.
• In-app purchases are managed exclusively through Apple's StoreKit. We do not process payments directly.
• The App does not use Apple's advertising identifier (IDFA) for tracking.
• The App follows Apple's App Tracking Transparency (ATT) framework guidelines.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, through an in-app notification. Your continued use of the App after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us: