// Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2026

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following information:

  • Images you upload: For analysis purposes only
  • Account information: If you sign in with Google (email, name, profile picture)
  • Usage data: Basic analytics about how you use the service
  • Payment information: If you subscribe to a paid plan, payment is processed by PayPal. We store your subscription status, PayPal payer email, and transaction history. We do not store your credit card or bank account details — these are handled entirely by PayPal.
  • IP address: We collect your IP address to track free-tier usage limits and for security purposes.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Analyze images using multiple AI detection methods:
    • C2PA (Content Provenance) verification
    • ML-based detection using Hugging Face transformers
    • Semantic inconsistency detection
    • Biometric analysis (MediaPipe)
    • Lighting physics validation
    • Compression artifact analysis
    • PRNU sensor fingerprint analysis
    • GAN fingerprint detection
    • Edge sharpness analysis
    • Texture analysis (LBP patterns)
    • Frequency analysis (DCT spectrum)
    • Statistical pattern analysis
    • Chromatic aberration detection
    • Micro-texture analysis
    • Color palette analysis
    • Gradient analysis
    • Noise pattern analysis
    • Metadata/EXIF inspection
  • Provide and improve our services
  • Maintain your account and check history
  • Communicate with you about the service
  • Process subscription payments and manage your billing relationship
  • Track free-tier usage to enforce service limits

3. Data Storage

Uploaded images are stored securely in Cloudflare R2. For registered users, images and check history are retained until you delete them. Guest uploads may be automatically deleted after 30 days.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties except:

  • With your consent
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To protect our rights and safety
  • PayPal (payment processor): When you subscribe, your payment is processed through PayPal. PayPal receives your billing information as necessary to process the transaction. Please review PayPal's Privacy Policy for details on how they handle your data.

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Delete your account and associated data
  • Request a copy of your data
  • Cancel your subscription at any time from your Dashboard

6. Cookies

We use localStorage to store your authentication tokens and language preferences. We use a simple cookie for language selection. We do not use tracking cookies.

7. Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit and at rest. All image analysis is performed server-side with no data shared with external AI services.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy at any time. We will notify you of significant changes through the website.

9. Contact

For privacy-related questions, please contact us through the website.