1. Overview

PixPassport ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our photo validation and processing service at pixpassport.com.

2. Information We Collect

Photos You Upload

Photos are uploaded solely for validation and processing purposes
We analyze photos for compliance with US State Department specifications
Photos are never used for AI training, marketing, or any other purpose

Payment Information

Payment processing is handled by our third-party payment processor
We never store credit card numbers or full payment details on our servers
We receive only a transaction confirmation and payment status

Usage Data

Browser type, device type, and operating system
Pages visited and features used (anonymized)
IP address (for security and fraud prevention only)

3. Photo Handling & Retention

Our Photo Privacy Guarantees:

Auto-deletion: All original uploaded photos are automatically and permanently deleted after 24 hours
Expiring links: Download URLs are signed and expire after 1 hour
No permanent storage: Processed images are not stored after download
No sharing: Photos are never shared with third parties
No AI training: Photos are never used for machine learning or AI training

4. Cookies

We use essential cookies to maintain session state and process your photos. We may also use analytics cookies (such as Google Analytics) to understand how our service is used. You can disable non-essential cookies in your browser settings.

5. GDPR & CCPA Compliance

We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for EU residents and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents. You have the right to:

Access: Request a copy of any personal data we hold about you
Deletion: Request immediate and complete deletion of all your data
Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
Objection: Object to any processing of your personal data
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal data

6. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures including encrypted connections (TLS/SSL), secure cloud infrastructure, and access controls. All photo transfers are encrypted in transit and at rest.

7. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may process limited data on our behalf: payment processors (for transaction processing), cloud hosting providers (for photo processing), and analytics services (for anonymous usage statistics). All third-party providers are GDPR-compliant.

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13. Minors applying for US visas or passports should have a parent or guardian use the service on their behalf.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated through a notice on our website. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance.

10. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions, data deletion requests, or GDPR/CCPA inquiries, contact us at PixPassport@gmail.com.

Business Address: Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India