Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

• Browser-Local Processing: All avatar generation happens locally in your browser. Your avatar designs, selected features, and customizations are processed on your device and are never sent to our servers.
• Usage Data: Aggregated analytics data (such as page views, device type, and browser information) may be collected through tools like Google Analytics, with IP anonymization enabled to understand how our service is used.
• Voluntary Information: If you choose to contact us via email, we only collect the information you voluntarily provide (such as your email address and message content).

We do not require registration, login, or any personally identifiable information (PII) to use our avatar generator.

2. How We Use Your Information

The limited information we collect is used to:

• Maintain and improve the functionality, security, and user experience of our platform
• Monitor system performance and detect technical issues
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance our avatar customization options
• Respond to your inquiries when you contact us for support

We do not sell, rent, or share your information with advertisers or unrelated third parties.

3. Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party providers to support our service:

• Google Analytics – for aggregated usage statistics and performance monitoring
• Cloudflare – for website performance optimization and security (e.g., DDoS protection, bot detection)
• Content Delivery Network (CDN) – for fast and reliable delivery of avatar assets and images

These providers operate under their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them for more details on their data practices.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use minimal cookies and similar technologies. Since our service does not require login or accounts, we do not use authentication or session tracking cookies.

Types of Cookies We May Use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality and security. These cannot be disabled.
• Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics cookies help us understand site usage patterns with IP anonymization enabled to limit personal data collection.
• Performance & Security Cookies: Set by Cloudflare and our CDN to provide security (e.g., bot management, DDoS protection) and optimize loading speed.

Cookie Management:

• You can manage or block cookies through your browser settings at any time.
• Disabling essential cookies may impair the proper functioning of the website.
• You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking using browser settings or Google's official opt-out tools.
• Since we don't use authentication cookies, you don't need to worry about login session tracking.

Third-Party Cookies:

Certain third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics, Cloudflare) may set their own cookies. These are governed by their respective privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.

5. Data Retention

• Since avatar generation happens in your browser, we do not store your avatar designs or customization choices on our servers.
• If you download your avatar, it is saved directly to your device. We do not have access to downloaded files.
• Server log data (for technical maintenance) is retained for up to 30 days solely for monitoring errors, ensuring security, and preventing abuse.
• Analytics data is retained in accordance with Google Analytics retention settings (default: 26 months) with IP anonymization enabled.
• Any information you provide via contact forms is retained only as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry.

6. Your Rights

Since we collect minimal data and don't require accounts, your rights are straightforward. Depending on your jurisdiction, you may:

• Use our service anonymously without creating an account or providing personal information
• Opt out of analytics tracking by adjusting your browser settings or using ad blockers
• Clear your browser data, cookies, and cache at any time
• Request information about any data we may have collected if you contacted us
• Request deletion of any personal information you provided through contact forms
• Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority if you believe your rights are violated

7. User Responsibilities

By using our avatar generator, you agree to:

• Use the service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with this Privacy Policy
• Respect intellectual property rights when using downloaded avatars
• Not attempt to reverse-engineer, misuse, or exploit our service or infrastructure
• Understand that you are responsible for how you use and share the avatars you create

8. Contact

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, our practices, or your information, please contact us at:

📧 support@squareface.art