Privacy and security are our top priorities at PhotoGuru AI. We understand that your photos are personal and sensitive, and we've implemented comprehensive measures to protect your data and privacy.
Data Security Infrastructure
Encryption and Storage
End-to-end encryption All photos encrypted during upload, processing, and storage
AWS S3 secure storage Industry-leading cloud security with 99.999999999% durability
SSL/TLS protocols All data transmission secured with latest encryption standards
Zero-knowledge architecture Your photos processed in isolated, secure environments
Automatic encryption All files encrypted at rest and in transit
Server Security
Enterprise-grade security Bank-level security protocols and monitoring
Geographic redundancy Multiple secure data centers for backup protection
Regular security audits Third-party security assessments and vulnerability testing
Access controls Strict employee access controls with multi-factor authentication
Compliance standards SOC 2, GDPR, and CCPA compliant infrastructure
Data Usage and Ownership
What We Do With Your Photos
AI training only Photos used exclusively to create your personalized AI model
No sharing Never shared with third parties, advertisers, or other users
No public use Your photos never used in marketing, training other models, or examples
No face recognition databases Not added to any facial recognition systems
Processing isolation Each user's data processed in completely separate environments
What You Own
Generated photos You own 100% rights to all AI-generated photos
Commercial usage Full commercial usage rights included
No royalties No ongoing fees or royalty payments required
Unlimited usage Use photos anywhere without restrictions
Modification rights Edit, crop, or modify photos as needed
Data Retention Policy
Training photos Securely stored for model generation and improvements
Generated photos Available for download indefinitely
Account data Maintained for service delivery and support
Deletion rights Request complete data deletion at any time
Retention limits Inactive accounts purged after specified periods per privacy policy
Privacy Controls and Rights
User Control Options
Data download Export all your data and generated photos anytime
Account deletion Permanently delete account and all associated data
Photo removal Remove specific training photos from your model
Privacy settings Control how your data is processed and stored
Communication preferences Opt out of marketing communications
GDPR Compliance (European Users)
Right to access View all data we have about you
Right to rectification Correct any inaccurate personal data
Right to erasure Delete your personal data permanently
Right to portability Export your data in standard formats
Right to object Object to certain types of data processing
Data Protection Officer Dedicated privacy officer for GDPR requests
CCPA Compliance (California Users)
Right to know What personal information we collect and how it's used
Right to delete Request deletion of personal information
Right to opt-out Opt out of sale of personal information (we don't sell data)
Right to non-discrimination Equal service regardless of privacy choices
Verified requests Secure process for privacy rights requests
Technical Privacy Measures
Processing Architecture
Isolated processing Each user's photos processed in separate containers
Temporary processing Photos removed from processing servers after completion
No cross-contamination User data never mixed or shared between accounts
Secure APIs All internal communications encrypted and authenticated
Audit logging Complete audit trails of all data access and processing
Network Security
Firewall protection Multi-layer firewall protection against intrusions
DDoS protection Advanced protection against denial-of-service attacks
Intrusion detection 24/7 monitoring for unauthorized access attempts
VPN access All employee access through secure VPN connections
Regular penetration testing External security testing and validation
Third-Party Integrations
Payment Processing
Stripe integration Industry-leading payment security (PCI DSS compliant)
No payment data storage Credit card information never stored on our servers
Tokenization Payment methods securely tokenized for future use
Fraud protection Advanced fraud detection and prevention
External Services
Minimal integrations Only essential third-party services used
Data Processing Agreements All vendors sign strict data protection agreements
Regular audits Third-party vendors regularly audited for security compliance
Limited data sharing Only necessary data shared with vetted partners
Transparency and Communication
Privacy Policy Updates
Clear notifications Users notified of any privacy policy changes
Version tracking All policy versions archived and accessible
Impact assessment Privacy impact assessments for all major changes
User consent Additional consent required for material policy changes
Security Incident Response
Incident response plan Comprehensive plan for security incidents
User notification Immediate notification of any data breaches
Regulatory compliance All incidents reported to relevant authorities as required
Remediation Fast response to contain and resolve security issues
Transparency reports Regular transparency reports on security and privacy
Best Practices for Users
Protecting Your Account
Strong passwords Use unique, strong passwords for your account
Two-factor authentication Enable 2FA for additional security (when available)
Secure devices Only upload photos from secure, trusted devices
Public Wi-Fi Avoid uploading sensitive photos on public networks
Regular monitoring Monitor your account for unusual activity
Photo Upload Security
Personal devices Upload from your personal devices when possible
File cleanup Delete photos from temporary folders after upload
Secure connections Ensure you're on our official website (https://photoguruai.com)
Browser security Keep your browser updated with latest security patches
Legal and Regulatory Compliance
International Standards
ISO 27001 Information security management system compliance
Privacy Shield US-EU data transfer compliance framework
Data localization Compliance with data residency requirements where applicable
Industry standards Following photography and AI industry best practices
Regular Audits and Certifications
Annual security audits Comprehensive third-party security assessments
Compliance certifications Maintaining current privacy and security certifications
Continuous monitoring 24/7 security monitoring and threat detection
Staff training Regular privacy and security training for all employees
Contact for Privacy Concerns
Privacy Support
Privacy email privacy@photoguruai.com for all privacy-related inquiries
Response time All privacy requests responded to within 48 hours
Escalation process Clear escalation path for complex privacy issues
Legal compliance Full legal compliance team available for regulatory issues
Your trust is essential to our business, and we're committed to maintaining the highest standards of privacy and security. We regularly review and update our security measures to ensure your data remains protected against evolving threats while providing you with the best possible service.