Fotia Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to operate and improve the Fotia platform.

A. Information You Provide

• Account information such as your name, email, phone number, and profile details.
• Photos, videos, and event information that you upload or share.
• Optional facial or image data that may be captured, analyzed, or processed for identification, tagging, or related service purposes.

B. Information Collected Automatically

• Device information (IP address, device type, OS, browser, app version).
• Usage data (interactions, activity, and time spent in the app).
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve app performance and security.

C. Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from event organizers, partners, or integrated services that you connect to your Fotia account (e.g., cloud storage, social media, or photo vendors).

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide and enhance Fotia's photo organization, event tagging, and sharing functions.
• Enable identification and linking of people, images, and events.
• Improve recognition, search, and matching features within Fotia.
• Develop new services, integrations, or partnerships that enhance user experience.
• Communicate with users and provide customer support.
• Meet legal or compliance obligations when required.

3. Image and Facial Data

Fotia may analyze or process images and faces that appear in photos uploaded to the platform. This data may be used to:

• Identify, group, or associate images with users and events.
• Improve recognition accuracy and platform performance.
• Support partnerships, integrations, or market-based functions that align with Fotia's services.

Fotia does not publicly disclose or sell personally identifiable facial data. We may, however, use aggregated, de-identified, or technical image data for research, analytics, product improvement, or commercial purposes consistent with this Privacy Policy.

4. Data Sharing

We may share information with:

• Service Providers: For hosting, processing, analytics, and customer support.
• Event Organizers and Users: When content is uploaded in shared event galleries.
• Business Partners: To develop or support related products, technologies, or integrations.
• Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect Fotia's rights, property, or users.

5. Data Retention

• Photos, videos, and associated metadata are retained until deleted by the user or event organizer.
• Facial and image-related data may be stored for as long as needed to operate or improve Fotia's features.
• Account data may remain in backup systems for up to 90 days after deletion.

6. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures, including encryption, authentication, and restricted access. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and you use Fotia at your own risk.

7. Your Choices and Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access or request a copy of your personal data.
• Delete or correct your data.
• Withdraw consent to certain processing (e.g., facial identification).
• Contact us for data inquiries at info@fotia.io

8. Children's Privacy

Fotia is not designed for individuals under 16 years old. If we learn that a minor's information was collected, it will be deleted promptly.

9. International Use

Information may be processed or stored in the United States or other countries where Fotia or its service providers operate.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Revisions will be posted with an updated effective date. Material changes may be communicated via email or in-app notification.

11. Contact Us

For any questions, requests, or concerns: