Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 19, 2024

1. Introduction

Pixie.ai ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our AI-powered image editing service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you sign up, we collect:

  • Email address (via OAuth providers like Google, GitHub)
  • Profile information from your OAuth provider
  • User ID and authentication tokens

2.2 Images

When you upload images:

  • Images are temporarily processed through API.market's infrastructure
  • All images are automatically deleted after 24 hours
  • We do not store copies of your images on our servers
  • Image URLs are stored locally in your browser for your history

2.3 Usage Data

We collect metadata about your usage:

  • Transformation prompts you enter
  • Timestamps of transformations
  • Credit balance and transaction history
  • Browser type and device information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and improve the image editing service
  • Process your image transformations through API.market
  • Manage your credit balance and payment transactions
  • Send service-related notifications
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve the platform
  • Prevent fraud and abuse

4. Data Storage & Retention

4.1 Images (24-Hour Auto-Deletion)

Your privacy is our priority:

  • All uploaded images are automatically deleted after 24 hours
  • This deletion is handled by API.market's infrastructure
  • We cannot recover images after they are deleted
  • Download your transformed images within 24 hours if you want to keep them

4.2 Account Data

We retain your account information:

  • As long as your account is active
  • For legal and accounting purposes after account deletion
  • You can request account deletion at any time

4.3 Local Storage

Some data is stored in your browser:

  • Image history (URLs and prompts)
  • Recent prompts
  • Pre-login state (if you upload before logging in)
  • You can clear this data by clearing your browser's local storage

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 API.market

We use API.market's multi-image-editing API to process your images. When you use Pixie.ai:

  • Your images are sent to API.market for processing
  • API.market's privacy policy and terms apply to this processing
  • API.market automatically deletes all images after 24 hours
  • Visit api.market for their privacy policy

5.2 Stripe

Payment processing is handled by Stripe:

  • We do not store your payment card information
  • Stripe's privacy policy governs payment data
  • We only receive transaction confirmation and metadata

5.3 OAuth Providers

Authentication is handled by third-party OAuth providers (Google, GitHub):

  • We receive basic profile information from your chosen provider
  • Your OAuth provider's privacy policy applies to authentication
  • We do not have access to your provider account password

6. Data Security

We implement security measures to protect your data:

  • HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
  • Secure authentication via OAuth
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Limited data retention (24-hour image deletion)

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data
  • Correction: Update or correct your account information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
  • Portability: Export your transformation history
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

8. Children's Privacy

Pixie.ai is not intended for users 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.

9. International Users

Pixie.ai is operated from the United States. If you are accessing the service from outside the US, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the US where our servers are located.

10. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

  • Authentication and session management
  • Remembering your preferences
  • Analytics to understand how users interact with the service

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect service functionality.

11. Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on the platform or sending you an email. Your continued use of Pixie.ai after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your rights, please contact us through the Pixie.ai platform.

🔒 Your Privacy Matters

Remember: All images are automatically deleted after 24 hours. We do not retain copies of your photos. Download your transformed images within 24 hours if you want to keep them.