Our Privacy Commitment
Welcome to our Ethnicity AI app. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being completely transparent about how we handle your information. This Privacy Policy explains our data practices in clear, straightforward language.
Zero Data Storage: We do not store any of your photos or personal information
Instant Deletion: Your photos are immediately deleted after AI analysis
No Tracking: We don't track your usage or collect analytics
No Accounts: No registration or login required
Complete Privacy: Your data stays under your control at all times
Last Updated
December 1, 2025
⚠️ Facial Image & Biometric Data Processing
This section explains exactly how we handle facial images and biometric data in compliance with privacy regulations and Apple App Store requirements.
What Facial Data We Process
Temporary Image Processing Only: When you voluntarily upload a facial photo for ethnicity analysis, we temporarily process the image to extract visual features such as facial structure, skin tone, eye shape, nose shape, and other physical characteristics.
No Biometric Database: We do NOT collect, store, or create any facial recognition databases, biometric templates, or unique identifiers from your facial images.
No Facial Recognition: We do not use facial recognition technology to identify individuals. The analysis is purely for ethnicity estimation based on visual features.
Voluntary Upload: You explicitly choose which photos to upload, and photo library access requires your permission through iOS settings.
How We Use Facial Images
Purpose: Facial images are used exclusively for ethnicity and ancestry analysis based on visual features.
Processing Flow:
1. You select or capture a photo within the app
2. Image is compressed to maximum 1024px dimension (for faster transmission)
3. Image is sent via encrypted HTTPS to third-party AI providers
4. AI analyzes facial features and returns ethnicity estimates in text/JSON format
5. Results are displayed on your device
6. Image is immediately and permanently deleted from all systems
Processing Duration: Images exist in temporary memory for approximately 5-15 seconds during active analysis only.
No Secondary Use: Images are NEVER used for advertising, marketing, AI model training, facial recognition, or any purpose other than your requested ethnicity analysis.
Where Facial Images Are Stored
On Your Device: Images exist only in temporary device memory (RAM) during the active analysis session. They are NEVER written to device storage, cached, or saved to the file system.
On Our Servers: We operate NO backend servers. We have no infrastructure to store, archive, or retain your images.
Third-Party APIs: Images are transmitted via encrypted HTTPS directly from your device to AI APIs. They process images transiently and do not permanently store them on our behalf.
iCloud/Backups: Images are never saved in a way that would be included in device backups or iCloud sync.
Facial Data Retention Period
Retention Duration: ZERO - No retention whatsoever
Timeline Breakdown:
• 0-3 seconds: Image selected and loaded into device memory
• 3-8 seconds: Image transmitted to AI provider via HTTPS
• 8-15 seconds: AI processing and analysis completion
• 15+ seconds: Image completely cleared from all memory
After Analysis: When you exit the analysis screen or close the app, iOS automatically deallocates all memory, including any temporary image data.
No Persistence: Images are never saved to UserDefaults, CoreData, file system, or any persistent storage mechanism.
Third-Party Retention:Images are not permanently stored. Any temporary caching is handled according to their respective policies.
Your Rights & Control Over Facial Data
Photo Library Permission: You control whether the app can access your photo library via iOS Settings → Privacy & Security → Photos
Camera Permission: You control whether the app can access your camera via iOS Settings → Privacy & Security → Camera
Voluntary Upload: You choose which specific photos to analyze - we never access your library automatically
No Data Requests Needed: Since we don't store images, there are no facial images for us to provide, modify, or delete upon request
Immediate Exit: You can close the app at any time during analysis to immediately stop processing and clear memory
Revoke Permissions: You can revoke camera/photo access permissions at any time in iOS Settings
Security Measures for Facial Data
Transport Encryption: All image transmission uses HTTPS with TLS 1.3 encryption
No Man-in-the-Middle: Direct device-to-API communication prevents intermediary data capture
Memory-Only Processing: Images never touch persistent storage layers (disk, database, file system)
Automatic Deallocation: iOS automatically clears memory when objects are no longer referenced
No Screenshot/Screen Recording: Facial images are not captured in screenshots or screen recordings
What Data We DO NOT Collect
We want to be absolutely clear about what we do not collect:
Your photos are deleted immediately after AI analysis - we never store them
We don't collect names, emails, phone numbers, or any identifying information
Ancestry analysis results are stored only on your device, not on our servers
No device identifiers, location data, or usage analytics are collected
Our app doesn't require accounts, logins, or any registration process
We do not create facial recognition databases or biometric templates
About Ethnicity AI
Our app uses advanced artificial intelligence to analyze facial features and provide insights into your potential ancestry and ethnic heritage. The analysis examines:
Regional and ethnic heritage identification
Percentage estimates by country of origin
Analysis of eyes, nose, skin tone, hair, and facial structure
Similarity to various ethnic populations worldwide
Common physical characteristics from different regions
Visual indicators of ancestral origins
Physical features adapted to ancestral environments
Historical movement patterns reflected in features
Educational & Entertainment Purpose
Understanding the Technology
AI-Based Estimates: This app uses artificial intelligence to analyze facial features and estimate potential ancestry. Results are based on visual pattern recognition and are for entertainment and educational purposes.
Not DNA Testing: This app does not perform genetic testing or DNA analysis. Results are estimates based on facial feature analysis only.
Important Disclaimer: The ancestry analysis provided by this app is for entertainment and educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional genealogical research or DNA testing services.
Accuracy Limitations: AI-based facial analysis has inherent limitations and may not accurately reflect your true genetic ancestry. For accurate ancestry information, we recommend professional DNA testing services.
Cultural Sensitivity: We respect all cultures and ethnicities. This app is designed to celebrate human diversity, not to stereotype or categorize individuals.
Data Security
Your privacy is protected through multiple layers of security:
End-to-End Encryption: Photos are encrypted during transmission to our AI service providers for processing
Secure HTTPS: All data transmission uses industry-standard HTTPS encryption protocols (TLS 1.3)
Immediate Deletion: Photos are permanently deleted from all systems within seconds after analysis
Zero Photo Storage: We never store, archive, or retain your photos after processing is complete
No Analysis Storage: Your ancestry analysis results are stored only on your device, not on any servers
Complete Control: You maintain full control over your data on your device
Secure Processing: AI processing happens on trusted enterprise infrastructure
No Backend Infrastructure: We operate no servers that could be compromised or breached
Your Rights & Control
No Photo Retention: Since we immediately delete your photos after processing, there are no photos for us to provide or manage
No Personal Data Storage: We don't collect or store personal information, so there's no personal data for us to provide, modify, or delete
Device Control: You maintain complete control over your analysis results stored locally on your device
App Deletion: Uninstalling the app removes all analysis data from your device
Fresh Start: Each analysis can be performed anytime - we don't maintain any history of your past analyses
Share Results: You can choose to share your results with others, but this is entirely under your control
No User Profile: We don't create user profiles or track individual usage patterns
Permission Control: Manage camera and photo library access via iOS Settings at any time
International Data Transfers
If you use the app from outside the country where our AI provider's servers are located, your image may be temporarily transmitted across international borders for processing.
Temporary Transfer Only: Images are only transferred for the duration of processing (5-15 seconds)
Encrypted Transit: All international transfers use end-to-end HTTPS encryption
No Storage: No data is stored in any international location
Immediate Deletion: Photos are deleted immediately after processing regardless of geographic location
Trusted Partners: Third Party AI Partners operate globally with data protection standards
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
Right to Know: Since we don't collect or store personal information or facial images, there is no personal data for us to disclose
Right to Delete: We automatically delete all photos immediately after processing - no deletion request necessary
Right to Opt-Out: We don't sell personal information or facial data, so there is nothing to opt out of
Non-Discrimination: We don't discriminate based on privacy right exercises since we collect no data
Biometric Data: Facial images are processed transiently and immediately deleted, exceeding CCPA biometric data protection requirements
European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Data Minimization: We collect zero personal data and retain no facial images, exceeding GDPR's data minimization principle
Right to Access: No data is stored, so there is no data to access
Right to Erasure: Photos are automatically erased immediately after processing
Right to Portability: No data is stored, so there is no data to port
Processing Lawfulness: Processing is based on your explicit consent when you voluntarily submit a photo
Biometric Data Protection: We handle biometric data (facial images) with immediate deletion, exceeding GDPR Article 9 special category data requirements
Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
Age Restriction: Our app is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect facial images or any personal information from children under 13.
Parental Responsibility: If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has uploaded facial images, please contact us immediately. We will verify and ensure any data is deleted.
No Data Collection from Minors: We do not target or market to children, and we have no mechanism to verify age since we collect no user data.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons.
Notification: We will notify users of significant changes through app updates
Last Updated Date: The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy will always reflect the most recent version
Continued Use: Your continued use of the app after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy
Review Periodically: We encourage you to review this policy periodically