Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Cartoonify Me ("App"), developed by Asil Arslan ("Developer", "we", "us", or "our"), handles your information and protects your privacy when you use our AI-powered cartoon avatar creation application.

1. Information We Collect

Cartoonify Me collects minimal information to provide our services:

1.1 Photos and Images

• Photos you upload for cartoon transformation
• Images are processed using AI technology
• We do not permanently store your personal photos
• Images may be temporarily processed on our servers for AI cartoon generation

1.2 Device Information

• Device type and operating system version
• App version and usage statistics
• Crash reports and error logs for app improvement
• Device language and region settings

1.3 Usage Analytics

• App features used and frequency
• Time spent in the app
• Cartoon styles most frequently selected
• Performance metrics and user interaction patterns

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• AI Cartoon Creation: Process your photos to generate cartoon avatar transformations
• Service Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve app features and performance
• Technical Support: Diagnose and resolve technical issues
• App Updates: Provide updates and new cartoon styles
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations

3. AI Processing and Photo Handling

Cartoonify Me uses advanced AI algorithms to transform your photos into cartoons:

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties except in the following limited circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

• Cloud computing services for AI processing
• Analytics providers for app improvement
• Customer support platforms
• All providers are contractually bound to protect your data

4.2 Legal Requirements

• When required by law or legal process
• To protect the rights, property, or safety of users
• In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale

5. Apple App Store Integration

Your use of Cartoonify Me involves Apple's App Store services:

For information about Apple's data practices, please refer to Apple's Privacy Policy at https://www.apple.com/privacy/

6. Subscription and Payment Information

If you subscribe to Cartoonify Me Premium:

• All payment processing is handled by Apple through the App Store
• We do not receive or store your payment information
• Apple manages subscription billing and renewal
• Your payment data is subject to Apple's privacy policy
• We receive subscription status (active/inactive) for app functionality

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption: Data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard protocols
• Access Controls: Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
• Regular Updates: Security measures are regularly reviewed and updated
• Incident Response: Procedures in place for potential security breaches

8. Children's Privacy

Cartoonify Me is suitable for users aged 4+ and may be used by children under parental supervision:

• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13
• Parents should supervise their children's use of the app
• If we become aware of personal information from a child under 13, we will delete it
• Parents may contact us to review, modify, or delete their child's information

9. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide our services:

• Photos: Temporarily processed and deleted after cartoon creation
• Usage Data: Retained for up to 2 years for analytics and improvement
• Account Data: Retained while you use the app and for 1 year after deletion
• Support Data: Retained for 3 years for customer service purposes

10. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

10.1 Access and Correction

• Request access to your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information

10.2 Data Portability

• Request a copy of your data in a structured format
• Transfer your data to another service provider

10.3 Marketing Communications

• Opt out of promotional communications
• Manage notification preferences in app settings

11. International Users

Cartoonify Me is available globally, and your information may be processed in various countries:

• We comply with applicable data protection laws
• International transfers are protected by appropriate safeguards
• EU users have rights under GDPR
• California residents have rights under CCPA

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

• App Store update notifications
• In-app notifications
• Email notifications (if you provided an email)
• Updates to this webpage

Your continued use of the app after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

14. Cartoon Creation and AI Technology

Our AI cartoon creation technology is designed with privacy in mind:

• Local Processing: Initial image processing happens on your device when possible
• Secure Transmission: When server processing is needed, images are encrypted in transit
• Temporary Storage: Server-side images are automatically deleted after processing
• No Facial Recognition Database: We don't maintain a database of faces or personal identifiers

15. Conclusion

At Cartoonify Me, we are committed to protecting your privacy while providing excellent cartoon creation services. We believe in transparency and will continue to improve our privacy practices as we grow.

Thank you for choosing Cartoonify Me. Your trust in our commitment to privacy drives us to maintain the highest standards of data protection while helping you create amazing cartoon avatars.