Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 26, 2025

PhotoPatcher ("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.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Face Data - Important Disclosure

PhotoPatcher does NOT collect, extract, or store biometric face data.

Our app processes user-provided images that may contain faces, but we want to be absolutely clear about what this means:

What face data does the app process?

PhotoPatcher processes user-provided images that may contain faces, but does not collect, extract, or store any biometric face data or facial recognition information.

How are images containing faces used?

Images containing faces are processed holistically by AI for artistic editing purposes only. The AI system:

  • Does NOT perform facial recognition
  • Does NOT extract facial features or biometric data
  • Does NOT perform facial mapping or biometric analysis
  • Only processes the complete image to apply requested edits (such as background changes, artistic effects, or modifications)

Is face data shared with third parties?

User images (which may contain faces) are temporarily transmitted to Google Gemini API for AI-based image editing only. No facial biometric data is extracted or shared. Google processes the complete image for editing purposes, not for facial identification or analysis.

How long is face data retained?

No face data is retained. User images are:

  • Processed in real-time
  • NOT stored on our servers
  • Deleted immediately after editing is complete
  • Temporarily processed by Google Gemini API (typically deleted within 24-48 hours according to Google's data handling policies)

Where is face data stored?

No face data is stored. Images are processed in-memory and immediately discarded after processing. Google Gemini API may temporarily store images during processing according to their security standards, but no permanent storage of face data occurs.

1.2 Images You Provide

When you use PhotoPatcher to edit photos, we process the images you submit for AI-powered editing. These images are:

  • Temporarily transmitted to Google Gemini API for AI processing
  • NOT stored on our servers
  • Deleted immediately after the edited result is returned to you
  • Never used for AI model training
  • Only saved to your device if you explicitly choose to save them

1.3 Device Information

We automatically collect certain device information, including:

  • Device identifier (anonymous, generated automatically)
  • Platform type (iOS/Android)
  • App version
  • Device type and operating system version

1.4 Account and Subscription Information

We collect:

  • Subscription status and plan type
  • Generation usage counts
  • Payment information (processed by Apple App Store - we do not store payment details)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

  • AI Processing: To process your images and generate edited results
  • Service Improvement: To improve our AI models and app functionality
  • Account Management: To manage your account and subscriptions
  • Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries and provide assistance
  • Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, or unauthorized access

3. Data Retention

We retain your data according to the following schedule:

  • Images: NOT stored on our servers. Deleted immediately after processing. Google Gemini API may temporarily cache images (typically deleted within 24-48 hours).
  • Account Data: Retained while your account is active. Soft-deleted with 30-day recovery period upon account deletion request.
  • Usage Analytics: Aggregated and anonymized data may be retained for service improvement.

4. Account Deletion

You can delete your account at any time through the app's Account screen. When you delete your account:

  • Your account data is marked for deletion immediately
  • Your data is retained for 30 days for recovery purposes (contact support if needed)
  • After 30 days, your data is permanently deleted
  • You will be logged out and a new account will be created for you automatically

Important Note About Subscriptions: If you have an active subscription, you can still delete your account. However, your subscription will continue in Apple's system until the end of the current billing period unless you cancel it separately. To cancel your subscription:

  • iOS: Settings → [Your Name] → Subscriptions
  • Find PhotoPatcher and tap "Cancel Subscription"

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

Each third-party service has its own privacy policy governing data handling. We do not control and are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

  • HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
  • JWT-based authentication
  • Secure credential storage
  • Regular security audits

7. Your Rights

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

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Portability: Request your data in a portable format
  • Objection: Object to certain processing activities

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

8. Children's Privacy

PhotoPatcher 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 at [email protected].

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed in the United States (Google Cloud infrastructure) and your local device. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

  • Right to know what personal information is collected
  • Right to know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
  • Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

We do not sell your personal information.

11. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation including:

  • Right to access your personal data
  • Right to rectification of inaccurate data
  • Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to object to processing

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the new policy on this page
  • Updating the "Last updated" date

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: