Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

Introduction

Welcome to Banana Portrait, your AI-powered portrait transformation service. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our service that transforms your photos into professional-quality portraits across multiple artistic styles including Studio, Natural Light, Environmental, Documentary, Fashion, Fine Art, Street, Black & White, Film, and Conceptual styles.

Privacy-First Promise: Your images are processed securely with enterprise-grade encryption and are not stored permanently after processing. Your portrait creations and personal data remain entirely yours.

Information We Collect

1. Portrait Photos You Upload

  • Secure Processing Only: Portrait photos uploaded for AI transformation and style generation
  • Temporary Storage: Images are processed securely and deleted after portrait generation is complete
  • No Long-term Storage: We do not permanently store, save, or retain your original photos beyond processing time
  • Enterprise Encryption: All uploaded images are protected with enterprise-grade encryption during processing
  • Supported Formats: JPG, PNG, HEIC files with minimum 512x512 pixels resolution for optimal results

2. Generated AI Portraits

  • Your Creative Property: All generated AI portraits belong entirely to you
  • Commercial Rights: You retain full ownership and unlimited commercial use rights to all generated portraits
  • Download & Keep: Generated portraits are provided for immediate download
  • Optional Cloud Storage: You may choose to save portraits to your account for convenient access (requires user registration)

3. Account Information (Optional)

  • Registration Optional: Use the service immediately without creating an account
  • Enhanced Features: Account registration provides credit tracking, order history, and cloud storage
  • Minimal Data: If you register, we collect only email address and chosen display name
  • Secure Authentication: Account authentication handled by trusted third-party provider (Clerk)

4. Payment Information (Subscription Plans)

  • Secure Processing: Payment processing handled by Stripe, industry leader in payment security
  • No Storage: We do not store credit card information on our servers
  • Transaction Records: Billing history maintained for account management and tax compliance
  • Subscription Management: Plan details and credit usage tracked for service delivery

5. Technical Data (Minimal Collection)

  • Service Analytics: Processing times, generation success rates, and basic performance metrics
  • Error Monitoring: Technical errors logged to improve service reliability
  • Usage Statistics: Aggregate usage patterns (no individual identification)
  • Security Monitoring: Access logs maintained for security and fraud prevention

How We Use Your Information

AI Portrait Generation Processing

  • Advanced AI Processing: Portrait photos processed using state-of-the-art AI technology for facial analysis and style transformation
  • Style Application: Professional photography styles applied while preserving your unique facial features and identity
  • Quality Optimization: Processing optimized for professional headshots, lifestyle portraits, and artistic interpretations
  • Secure Processing Pipeline: All processing occurs in secure, encrypted environments with immediate deletion post-generation

Facial Analysis and Identity Preservation

  • Facial Feature Analysis: AI analyzes facial structure, skin tone, and key identifying characteristics to maintain authenticity
  • Identity Protection: Strict algorithms ensure generated portraits maintain your unique identity and facial features
  • Style Adaptation: Allows modification of hair, expression, clothing, pose, and makeup while preserving core identity elements
  • No Biometric Storage: Facial analysis data is not stored and exists only during active processing

Service Operation and Account Management

  • Performance Monitoring: Ensure service availability, generation success rates, and response times
  • Credit Management: Track subscription credits and usage for billing accuracy
  • Quality Assurance: Maintain portrait generation quality across all photography styles
  • Technical Optimization: Continuously improve AI models for better facial preservation and style application

Marketing Communications (Registered Users Only)

  • Service Updates: Important announcements about new features and improvements
  • Account Notifications: Billing reminders, credit usage alerts, and subscription information
  • Opt-Out Available: Unsubscribe from non-essential communications at any time
  • No Data Sale: We never sell, rent, or share your personal information for marketing purposes

Data Security and Protection

Enterprise-Grade Security

  • Secure Transmission: All data encrypted in transit using HTTPS/TLS
  • Secure Processing: Images processed in secure, isolated environments
  • Access Controls: Strict access limitations to processing systems
  • Regular Security Audits: Ongoing security assessments and improvements

Privacy by Design

  • Minimal Data Collection: Collect only what's necessary for service operation
  • Immediate Deletion: No data persistence beyond processing requirements
  • No Data Sharing: Your images and content are never shared with third parties
  • Transparent Processing: Clear explanation of how your data is handled

Your Rights and Control

Full Ownership Rights

  • Portrait Ownership: All generated AI portraits belong entirely to you
  • Commercial Use: Use portraits for any commercial, professional, or personal purpose
  • No Attribution Required: Use portraits without crediting our service
  • Unlimited Usage: No restrictions on printing, publishing, or distributing your portraits

Privacy Controls

  • Account Deletion: Registered users can delete accounts and all associated data anytime
  • Data Portability: Download all your generated portraits before account deletion
  • Processing Control: Choose whether to save portraits to your account or download immediately
  • Communication Preferences: Control email notifications and marketing communications

Data Sharing and Third Parties

Limited Third-Party Services

  • Payment Processing: Stripe processes payments securely (no image data shared)
  • Authentication: Clerk handles secure user authentication (minimal data sharing)
  • Cloud Infrastructure: Secure cloud providers for processing (no data access)
  • Legal Compliance: Data sharing only if required by law or court order

Service Providers

  • Secure Infrastructure: Cloud infrastructure providers with strict security agreements
  • No Data Access: Infrastructure providers cannot access your image content
  • Compliance Requirements: All providers meet enterprise security standards

Cookies and Tracking

Minimal Cookie Usage

  • Essential Cookies Only: Only cookies necessary for service functionality
  • No Tracking Cookies: No behavioral tracking or analytics cookies
  • No Third-Party Cookies: No external tracking or advertising cookies
  • Session Management: Basic cookies for technical service operation only

Children's Privacy

Age-Appropriate Service

  • Family-Friendly: Service suitable for users of all ages
  • Educational Use: Appropriate for educational and learning applications
  • Parental Guidance: Parents can supervise usage without privacy concerns
  • No Data Collection: No personal information collected from any users

International Usage

Global Service

  • Worldwide Access: Service available internationally
  • Multi-Language Support: 35+ languages for global users
  • Data Processing: Images processed in secure cloud infrastructure
  • Privacy Standards: Meets international privacy and security standards

Service Features and Privacy

11+ Description Modes

  • Detailed Descriptions: Rich, comprehensive image analysis
  • Accessibility Alt Text: WCAG-compliant descriptions for inclusive design
  • Social Media Captions: Platform-optimized content for Instagram, Twitter, etc.
  • AI Art Prompts: Reverse-engineering for Midjourney, DALL-E, Stable Diffusion
  • All Processing Private: Every mode maintains the same privacy standards

Multi-Language Privacy

  • 35+ Languages: Process images and generate descriptions in your preferred language
  • Cultural Sensitivity: Respectful description generation across cultures
  • Privacy Consistent: Same privacy protections regardless of language used

Changes to This Privacy Policy

Policy Updates

  • Advance Notice: Any changes communicated clearly through service notifications
  • Improved Privacy: Updates typically strengthen privacy protections
  • User Control: Continue using service indicates acceptance of updated terms
  • No Retroactive Changes: Updates don't affect previously processed images (already deleted)

Contact and Support

Privacy Questions

  • Service Support: Contact through our website support channels
  • Privacy Inquiries: Address privacy concerns through our contact form
  • Technical Issues: Self-service through our web interface and FAQ
  • Response Commitment: Prompt responses to privacy-related questions

No Marketing Contact

  • No Newsletters: We don't send marketing emails (we don't have your email)
  • No Promotional Messages: No unsolicited communications
  • Service Updates Only: Only essential service notifications if necessary

Legal Compliance

Privacy Regulations

  • GDPR Compliance: Meets European data protection standards
  • CCPA Compliance: California consumer privacy protections
  • International Standards: Adheres to global privacy best practices
  • Data Minimization: Collect and process minimal data necessary

Transparency

  • Open Privacy Practices: Clear explanation of all data handling
  • User Education: Help users understand their privacy rights
  • Regular Updates: Keep privacy practices current with evolving standards

Summary: Your Privacy Guaranteed

✅ Secure Processing: Images processed with enterprise-grade encryption and deleted after generation
✅ Portrait Ownership: All generated AI portraits belong entirely to you
✅ Commercial Rights: Use portraits freely for any business or personal purpose
✅ Identity Protection: Advanced AI ensures your facial features remain authentic
✅ Optional Accounts: Use immediately without registration or create account for enhanced features
✅ Global Privacy: Same privacy protections worldwide across 10+ photography styles

This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 2025. Your privacy and creative rights are our priority.