Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Shutaro Yamada ("I", "me", or "my") collects, uses, and shares your personal information when you use PixyMe (the "Service").

1. Information I Collect

Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address when you create an account
• Images: Photos you upload to generate pixel art
• Payment Information: Billing details processed through third-party payment processors
• Communications: Messages you send to me through support channels

Information Automatically Collected

• Usage Data: How you interact with PixyMe, including features used and time spent
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type, and IP address
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: To enhance your experience and analyze usage patterns

2. How I Use Your Information

I use your information to:

• Provide and maintain PixyMe services
• Process your uploaded images and generate pixel art
• Process payments and manage your account
• Send you service-related communications
• Improve and optimize the Service
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Image Processing and Storage

Uploaded Images: When you upload photos to PixyMe:

• Images are processed using AI technology to generate pixel art
• Original images are temporarily stored during processing
• Images are automatically deleted within 24 hours after processing
• Generated pixel art belongs to you and may be downloaded

I do not use your uploaded images to train AI models or for any purpose other than generating your requested pixel art.

4. Information Sharing

I may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party companies that help operate PixyMe (payment processors, hosting providers, analytics services)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

I do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

I implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Data Retention

• Account Information: Retained until you delete your account
• Uploaded Images: Deleted within 24 hours after processing
• Generated Pixel Art: Available for download until account deletion
• Usage Data: Retained for up to 2 years for analytics purposes

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request information about the personal data I hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured format
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal information
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

8. Cookies and Tracking

PixyMe uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze how you use the Service
• Provide personalized content and features

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

9. Third-Party Services

PixyMe integrates with third-party services for payments, analytics, and infrastructure. These services have their own privacy policies, and I encourage you to review them.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. I ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information during such transfers.

11. Children's Privacy

PixyMe is not intended for children under 13 years of age. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact me immediately.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. I will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how I handle your personal information, please contact me at: