Privacy Policy
Last Updated: February 12, 2025
Podium AI values the privacy of its users. This privacy policy explains how the data collected through our application is processed, protected, and outlines your rights as a user.
1. Data We Collect
The following types of data may be collected when you use the application:
1.1 Photos
Photos uploaded by users are processed for the following purposes:
- AI-powered style analysis and outfit scoring
- Wardrobe management and clothing categorization
- Virtual try-on image generation
- Wardrobe analysis for outfit recommendations
Note: Photos are used solely for style analysis and outfit recommendations. No biometric identification or identity verification is performed.
1.2 Account Information
- Email address
- Profile information (name, gender, body measurements)
- Authentication credentials (Google/Apple Sign-In)
1.3 Usage Data
- Feature usage frequency (style analysis, outfit recommendations, virtual try-on)
- In-app preferences and style choices
- Onboarding responses (style preferences, usage intent)
1.4 Device Information
- Device model and operating system
- Application version
- Location data (for weather features, only with permission)
2. How We Use Your Data
Collected data is used solely for the following purposes:
- AI Style Analysis: Analyzing your outfit photos to provide style scores and suggestions
- Outfit Recommendations: Creating daily outfit suggestions based on weather and your wardrobe
- Virtual Try-On: Simulating how selected clothing would look on you using AI
- Wardrobe Management: Automatically categorizing and organizing your clothing
- App Improvement: Bug detection, performance optimization, and developing new features
- Customer Support: Resolving technical issues and providing assistance
3. AI Photo Processing
Uploaded photos are processed by the following AI services:
- Google Gemini: Clothing analysis, style scoring, outfit recommendations, and text-based AI responses
- Image Generation Models: Creating virtual try-on visuals
Important: AI models process your photos solely for style analysis and image generation purposes. Photos are not used for identity verification, facial recognition, or biometric identification. They are not retained by AI services after processing is complete.
4. Data Security
Your data is protected by the following security measures:
- AWS Infrastructure: All data is securely stored on Amazon Web Services (AWS) infrastructure
- SSL/TLS Encryption: All data transmission occurs over encrypted connections
- Firebase Authentication: Identity verification uses Google/Apple secure sign-in protocols
- S3 Secure Storage: Photos are kept in encrypted cloud storage
- Access Control: Your data is accessible only through your authenticated account
5. Data Sharing
Your data is shared only with partners necessary for service delivery:
5.1 Service Providers
- AWS (Amazon Web Services): Data storage and server infrastructure
- Google AI (Gemini): Style analysis and AI responses
- RevenueCat: Subscription management and payment processing
- Firebase: Authentication and analytics
These services process data in accordance with our instructions and may not use it for any other purpose.
5.2 Legal Obligations
Data may be shared in the event of a court order or official request from authorized bodies.
6. Cookies and Tracking
The following analytics tools may be used within the application:
- Firebase Analytics (anonymous usage statistics)
- Performance monitoring and error reporting
This data is anonymous and is not linked to your personal identification information.
7. Children's Privacy
- Podium AI is not intended for users under the age of 13.
- We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 13.
- Parents or guardians may request deletion of their child's data by contacting info@apppodium.com.
8. User Rights (GDPR and Turkish KVKK)
Under the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Turkish Personal Data Protection Law (KVKK), you have the following rights:
- Right of Access: Learn what data has been collected about you
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Right to Erasure: Request permanent deletion of your account and all your data
- Data Portability: Request delivery of your data in a structured format
- Right to Object: Object to data processing activities
- Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw previously given consent
To exercise your rights, you can send an email to info@apppodium.com. Your requests will be responded to within 30 days.
9. Payments and Purchases
- In-app purchases are processed through Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
- Subscription management is provided through RevenueCat infrastructure.
- Credit card or payment information is never collected, processed, or stored by Podium AI.
- Refund requests are subject to the relevant store's (Google Play / App Store) policies.
10. Policy Updates
This privacy policy may be updated as needed. In-app notifications will be sent for significant changes. You can always access the current version on this page.