Privacy Policy - Coloring AI
Last updated: January 2025
Coloring AI ("the App") is a mobile application designed for children aged 4-12 and their parents. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our App.
1. Introduction
Coloring AI transforms photos into coloring pages using artificial intelligence. We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable privacy laws, including the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) in the United States and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union.
This App is designed for children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information Collected Automatically
When you use the App, we automatically collect certain technical information:
| Data Type | Purpose | Storage |
|---|---|---|
| Device Identifier | Anonymous ID to identify your device and manage your account | Encrypted local storage (Keychain/Keystore) |
| Device Information | Device model, brand, operating system version | Server (for analytics) |
| App Version | Version and build number | Server (for support) |
| Locale & Timezone | Language preference and country | Server (for localization) |
Important: The device identifier is anonymous and cannot be used to identify you personally. We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or physical addresses.
2.2 Information You Provide
| Data Type | Purpose | Storage |
|---|---|---|
| Photos | Images you choose to transform into coloring pages | Temporarily sent to our servers for AI processing, then deleted |
| Coloring creations | Your colored artworks | Stored locally on your device only |
2.3 Purchase Information
If you make in-app purchases:
| Data Type | Purpose | Processor |
|---|---|---|
| Transaction data | Manage subscriptions and restore purchases | RevenueCat (third-party) |
| Subscription status | Provide premium features | RevenueCat (third-party) |
Note: We do not have access to your payment card information. All payments are processed securely by Apple (App Store) or Google (Play Store).
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide the service: Transform your photos into coloring pages using AI
- Manage your account: Create and maintain your anonymous account
- Process purchases: Manage subscriptions and restore purchases
- Improve the App: Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
- Provide support: Diagnose technical issues
4. Data Processing and AI
4.1 Photo Processing
When you transform a photo:
- The image is securely uploaded to our servers via HTTPS
- Our AI processes the image to create a coloring page
- The result is sent back to your device
- The original photo is immediately deleted from our servers
We do not:
- Store your photos permanently
- Use your photos to train AI models
- Share your photos with third parties
- Analyze photo content for purposes other than creating coloring pages
4.2 Server Location
Our servers are located in secure data centers. All data transfers are encrypted using TLS/SSL.
5. Data Storage and Security
5.1 Local Storage
The following data is stored on your device:
| Data | Location | Security |
|---|---|---|
| Device ID & credentials | Keychain (iOS) / Keystore (Android) | Hardware-encrypted |
| Coloring creations | App Documents folder | App-sandboxed |
| Preferences | Local database | App-sandboxed |
5.2 Server Storage
| Data | Retention |
|---|---|
| Anonymous account data | Until account deletion |
| Device information | Until account deletion |
| Photos for processing | Immediately deleted after processing |
6. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
6.1 RevenueCat
- Purpose: In-app purchase management
- Data shared: Anonymous user ID, purchase history
- Privacy policy: https://www.revenuecat.com/privacy
6.2 AI Processing Service
- Purpose: Transform photos into coloring pages
- Data shared: Photos (temporarily)
- Data retention: Photos are deleted immediately after processing
7. Permissions
The App requests the following permissions:
| Permission | Purpose | Required |
|---|---|---|
| Camera | Take photos to transform into coloring pages | Optional |
| Photo Library | Select existing photos to transform | Optional |
| Photo Library (Write) | Save your colored creations to your gallery | Optional |
| Internet | Connect to our servers for AI processing | Required |
| Microphone | Reserved for future audio features | Optional |
You can deny any optional permission and still use the App with limited functionality.
8. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
We take children's privacy seriously:
- No personal data collection: We do not collect names, email addresses, or other personal information from children
- Anonymous accounts: All accounts are created automatically using anonymous device identifiers
- No behavioral tracking: We do not track children's behavior for advertising purposes
- No third-party advertising: The App does not display third-party advertisements
- Parental controls: Access to settings and purchases requires passing a parental gate (simple math verification)
- No social features: Children cannot share personal information with other users
Parental Rights
Parents have the right to:
- Review information collected from their child
- Request deletion of their child's data
- Refuse further collection of their child's data
To exercise these rights, contact us at the address below.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of your data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Portability: Request your data in a portable format
- Objection: Object to certain data processing
How to Exercise Your Rights
- Delete your data: In the App, go to Settings > Delete all data
- Delete your account: Uninstall the App and your local data will be deleted. Contact us to request server-side data deletion.
- Contact us: See contact information below
10. Data Retention
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Anonymous account | Until you delete the App or request deletion |
| Device information | Until account deletion |
| Photos sent for processing | Immediately deleted after processing |
| Local creations | Until you delete them or uninstall the App |
| Purchase history | As required by law and RevenueCat policies |
11. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this privacy policy.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Displaying a notice in the App for significant changes
13. Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or want to exercise your rights, contact us at:
Email: privacy@coloringai.app
Developer: Coloring AI
Summary for Parents
What we collect:
- Anonymous device ID (not your name or email)
- Device type and app version (for support)
- Photos you choose to transform (deleted immediately after processing)
What we DON'T collect:
- Names, email addresses, or phone numbers
- Location data
- Browsing history
- Information from other apps
What we DON'T do:
- Show ads to children
- Sell data to third parties
- Store your photos
- Track your child's behavior
Your child's creations (colored images) are stored only on your device and are never uploaded to our servers.
This privacy policy is available in the App under Settings > Privacy Policy.