# Privacy Policy
**Effective Date:** December 4, 2025
## 1. Introduction
AestheticMeter ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and otherwise handle your information when you use our mobile application, AestheticMeter (the "App").
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By downloading, installing, or using AestheticMeter, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms of this Privacy Policy.
## 2. Information We Collect
### 2.1 Information You Provide Directly
**Photos and Images:** When you use the App to analyze your appearance, you may provide photos or images of your face, eyes, lips, hair, hands, legs, or other body parts. These images are processed for aesthetic analysis but are not stored on our servers permanently.
**Usage Data:** We may collect information about how you interact with the App, including:
- Features you access
- Analysis results and scores
- Frequency of use
- Time spent in the App
### 2.2 Information Collected Automatically
**Device Information:** We automatically collect certain information about your device, including:
- Device model and manufacturer
- Operating system and version
- Unique device identifiers
- Mobile network information
- Device settings
**Analytics Data:** We collect anonymous usage analytics to improve the App, including:
- App crash reports
- Feature usage statistics
- Performance metrics
- Session duration
**Location Data:** The App does not collect location data. However, your device's location permissions may be requested for camera functionality.
## 3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
1. **Providing the Service:** To process images and provide aesthetic analysis results
2. **Improving the App:** To understand user preferences and improve features
3. **Analytics:** To monitor app performance and user engagement
4. **Customer Support:** To respond to your inquiries and provide support
5. **Technical Operations:** To maintain app stability and security
6. **Compliance:** To comply with legal obligations
## 4. Third-Party Services
### 4.1 Google Gemini API
AestheticMeter uses Google's Gemini AI API to analyze images and provide aesthetic scoring. When you submit an image for analysis:
- The image is transmitted to Google's servers for AI-powered analysis
- Google processes the image to generate aesthetic scores and analysis
- The image may be subject to Google's privacy policies
- We do not store your images on our servers after analysis
**Google's Privacy Policy:** https://policies.google.com/privacy
### 4.2 Analytics Services
We may use analytics services to track app usage and performance. These services may collect:
- Anonymous usage data
- Device information
- App crash reports
### 4.3 Advertising and Ad Networks
The App includes functionality to watch advertisements to earn credits. Ad networks may collect:
- Device identifiers
- IP address
- Viewing behavior
- Device settings
## 5. Data Storage and Security
### 5.1 Data Retention
- **Images:** Images submitted for analysis are processed temporarily and not permanently stored by us
- **Analysis Results:** Your analysis results are stored locally on your device only
- **User Preferences:** App settings and saved results are stored locally on your device
### 5.2 Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
- Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
- Secure API communication with third-party services
- Regular security updates
However, no security method is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of information transmitted over the internet.
## 6. Your Rights and Choices
### 6.1 Access and Control
You have the right to:
- Access your saved analysis results
- Delete saved results from the App
- Opt-out of optional data collection
- Request information about data collected
### 6.2 Camera Permissions
You can control camera access through your device settings:
- iOS: Settings > Privacy > Camera
- Android: Settings > Apps > Permissions > Camera
### 6.3 Data Deletion
To delete your saved data:
1. Open AestheticMeter
2. Navigate to Settings
3. Select "Clear All Data" or "Delete History"
4. Confirm deletion
## 7. Children's Privacy
AestheticMeter is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with information, we will delete such information promptly.
For users between 13-18 (or the age of digital consent in your jurisdiction), we collect minimal information and provide additional privacy protections.
## 8. International Data Transfers
Your information may be processed in countries other than where you reside, including the United States where Google's servers are located. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence.
## 9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information is collected
- Know whether your personal information is sold or disclosed
- Say no to the sale or sharing of your personal information
- Access your personal information
- Delete personal information collected from you
- Not receive discriminatory treatment for exercising your privacy rights
To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below.
## 10. European Union Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Union, you have the following rights:
- **Right of Access:** Request access to your personal data
- **Right to Rectification:** Correct inaccurate data
- **Right to Erasure:** Request deletion of your data
- **Right to Restrict Processing:** Limit how we use your data
- **Right to Data Portability:** Receive your data in a portable format
- **Right to Object:** Object to our processing of your data
- **Right to Lodge a Complaint:** Contact your local data protection authority
## 11. Third-Party Links
The App may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.
## 12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the App or our website. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
Material changes will be highlighted in the App or via notification.
## 13. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
**Email:** foutouhi.hmz@gmail.com
**Company:** AestheticMeter
We will respond to your inquiries within 30 days.
## 14. Additional Information
### 14.1 Data We Do NOT Collect
- Name or email address (unless you voluntarily provide it)
- Personal identification documents
- Financial information or payment details
- Precise location data
- Contacts or calendar information
- Browser history
### 14.2 Sharing with Third Parties
We do not sell your personal information. We only share information with:
- **Google Gemini API:** For image analysis (required for app functionality)
- **Analytics Services:** For anonymous usage data
- **Law Enforcement:** When required by law or to protect safety
- **Service Providers:** Who assist in operating the App
### 14.3 Your Saved Results
Your analysis results are stored only on your device locally. To share results:
- You can manually share via screenshot or social media
- Sharing is entirely under your control
- We do not automatically share your results
## 15. Definitions
- **Personal Information:** Information that identifies you directly or indirectly
- **Processing:** Collecting, using, storing, or analyzing information
- **Service Provider:** Third parties who process data on our behalf
- **Analytics:** The measurement of user behavior and app performance
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## Summary in Simple Terms
**What we collect:**
- Photos you submit for analysis
- How you use the app
- Device information
**What we do with it:**
- Analyze your photos using Google's AI
- Improve the app
- Track usage statistics
**What we DON'T do:**
- Sell your information
- Store your photos permanently
- Share your results without permission
- Collect personal identification
- Store financial information
**Your control:**
- You can delete saved results anytime
- You control camera permissions
- You decide what to share
## Age Requirements
- Current Version (v1.0.0): Users must confirm they are 18 years or older
- The app displays a consent screen on first launch
- Users cannot proceed without accepting the 18+ disclaimer
- This is to ensure responsible use of beauty analysis features