Privacy Policy for Character Merge: AI Fusion 

Updated and Effective as of 07 February 2025 

At Character Merge: Ai Fusion, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our app. By using our app, you agree to the terms outlined below.

1) Personal Information We Collect

1.1 Information Collected When Using Our App

• Storage Permissions

  • Required for selecting and saving images during photo editing.

  • We do not access, modify, or delete any existing photos or videos on your device.

• Analytics

  • We use third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Firebase Analytics) to track usage trends.

  • Data is collected in aggregate form and cannot be used to identify individual users.

• Log Files

  • If you email us feedback or bug reports, we may collect:

    • Name & Email Address

    • Device Information

    • Location Data

    • Survey Responses (if applicable)

  • If you send photos to improve AI Cutout recognition, we will use them only for this purpose and will not store them permanently.

2) Advertisements & Third-Party Data Collection

We may allow third-party advertising networks (e.g., Google Ads, Facebook Ads) to collect information about your app usage to display relevant ads.

Third-Party SDKs We Use

• Firebase SDK (for analytics)

  • Data analysis and application performance monitoring

  • Privacy policy: Google Privacy Policy 

• AdMob Ads SDK (for ad display)

  • Retrieves and displays advertisements

  • Uses a unique device identification code (Android ID)

  • Privacy policy: Google Privacy Policy

3) How We Store and Protect Your Data

We do not store any of your personal information.

To safeguard your data, we implement commercially reasonable security measures to prevent loss, misuse, unauthorized access, or disclosure. However, while we take appropriate precautions, no data transmission or storage system is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

If you believe your personal information has been compromised, please contact us immediately so we can take appropriate action.

4) How We Share, Transfer, and Disclose Your Personal Information

4.1 Sharing Your Information

We are committed to keeping your personal information confidential. We only share necessary data with third parties under the following conditions:

• When we have obtained your explicit consent.

• When required by government authorities, legal regulations, or judicial orders.

• When necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in the "How We Collect and Use Your Personal Information" section.

• When working with advertising networks and technical support partners to improve our services.

To provide better services, we may share limited personal information with our partners, ensuring it is used only for legitimate, necessary, and transparent purposes. All third-party partners must adhere to strict confidentiality and security measures. If we discover any violation of these standards, we will terminate the partnership and take legal action if necessary.

4.2 Transferring Your Information

We do not transfer your personal information to any company, organization, or individual unless required by law, regulatory authorities, or law enforcement.

4.3 Disclosing Your Information

We only disclose personal information in the following cases:

• When you explicitly request and authorize us to disclose specific data.

• When required by legal regulations, judicial authorities, or government agencies, we may disclose the necessary information in accordance with applicable laws.

5) Why We Use Your Personal Information

We collect and use your information for the following purposes:

• To process your requests and provide the services you use.

• To communicate with you regarding updates, support, or inquiries.

• To enhance and improve our app’s performance and user experience.

• For other business-related purposes necessary for our operations.

• To comply with applicable laws and legal obligations.

6) Your Rights & Control Over Personal Information

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including:

• Access to Information – You can request details about the personal data we collect about you.

• Manage Device Permissions – You can revoke permissions granted to our app, such as camera or storage access, at any time through your device settings.

• Photo Deletion – You have the right to delete any photos you have shared with us.

• Opt-Out of Personalized Ads – You can choose not to receive targeted ads by adjusting your settings within our app or on your mobile device.

To exercise these rights, you may contact us at tannerbrookstanner@gmail.com or manage your preferences through the app’s settings. If you are a California resident, please refer to the "California Residents" section for specific rights.

7) For California Residents

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information collected by us. These rights include:

1. Right to Know – You have the right to request details about the personal data we collect, how it is used, and with whom it is shared.

2. Right to Delete – You can request the deletion of your personal information collected by us.

3. Right to Opt-Out – You have the right to opt out of receiving personalized advertisements.

4. Right to Non-Discrimination – Exercising your CCPA rights will not result in discrimination, such as denial of services or unfair treatment.

8) General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – For EU Users

If you reside in the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), or the UK, your personal data is protected under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Under GDPR, you have the following rights:

1. Right to Access – You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

2. Right to Rectification – You can ask us to correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

3. Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten") – You can request the deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.

4. Right to Restrict Processing – You have the right to limit how we process your data.

5. Right to Data Portability – You can request to transfer your data to another service provider.

6. Right to Object – You may object to how we process your data, including for direct marketing purposes.

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at tannerbrookstanner@gmail.com 

9) Children’s Privacy – COPPA Compliance

We comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), which protects the personal information of children under 13 years old in the United States.

• Our app is not intended for children under 13 (or the minimum age required in your country/region).

• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

• If a child under 13 uses our services, it must be with the supervision and consent of a parent or guardian.

• If we learn that we have unintentionally collected personal data from a child, we will take immediate action to delete it.

 Parental Rights Under COPPA and GDPR

• COPPA (US): Parents have the right to review their child’s personal information, request its deletion, and refuse further collection or use of the data.

• GDPR (EU/UK): If the child is below the age of digital consent (typically 13–16, depending on the country), parents must provide consent for data processing. Parents also have the right to access, correct, or delete their child’s data.

To exercise these rights, parents or guardians can contact us at tannerbrookstanner@gmail.com.

Reporting Concerns

If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13 without proper consent, or if you have any concerns about our children’s privacy practices, please contact us immediately at tannerbrookstanner@gmail.com. We will investigate and address the issue promptly.

10)Changes to Our Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The "Last Updated" and "Effective Date" at the top of this policy indicate the most recent revision. By continuing to use our services after these updates, you acknowledge and accept the revised policy.

11) How to Contact Us

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

Developer Name: LightCode Solutions

Email Address: tannerbrookstanner@gmail.com