1. Introduction

Albumus ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our AI-powered album generation service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Email Address: Required for account creation and album delivery
• Photographs: Images you upload for AI generation
• Gift Information: If you use the gift feature, we collect recipient names and optional gift notes
• Theme Preferences: Your selected themes and styles for album generation

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• IP address and browser type
• Device information and operating system
• Usage data and interaction patterns
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process and generate your AI albums
• Deliver albums to your email address
• Process payments and manage transactions
• Improve and optimize our Service
• Communicate with you about your account and our services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud and ensure security

4. Image Storage and Processing

Temporary Storage: User-uploaded images are stored temporarily in our secure systems for the duration of the album generation process. Once generation is complete, original uploaded images are typically deleted within 30 days, unless you request otherwise.

Generated Images: AI-generated images are stored to enable album delivery and access. You may request deletion of your generated albums at any time by contacting us.

Processing: Your images are processed using third-party AI services to generate your albums. We ensure that all processing complies with our security and privacy standards.

5. Payment Information

Stripe Payment Processing: All payments are processed through Stripe, a third-party payment processor. Albumus does not store, process, or have access to your complete credit card information.

Stripe handles all payment data in accordance with PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) requirements. For more information about Stripe's privacy practices, please visit Stripe's Privacy Policy.

We only receive confirmation of successful payments and basic transaction information necessary to fulfill your order.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., AI processing, email delivery, payment processing)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

• Uploaded images: Deleted within 30 days of generation completion
• Generated albums: Retained until you request deletion or account closure
• Account information: Retained while your account is active
• Payment records: Retained as required by law (typically 7 years)

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Object to processing of your data
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@albumus.com.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and assist with our marketing efforts. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children 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.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. We take appropriate measures to ensure your data is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: support@albumus.com