Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At Aptnode ("we," "our," or "us"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our services, including FluxArt and other AI-powered applications.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as:

• Name and email address when you create an account
• Payment information (processed securely through Stripe)
• Profile information and preferences
• Communications you send to us
• Feedback and survey responses

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your use of our services:

• IP address and device information
• Browser type and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on our services
• Features used and interactions with our AI tools
• Log data and error reports

2.3 AI-Generated Content

We may temporarily store text prompts you submit and images generated through our AI services for processing purposes. This data helps us improve our models and provide better service quality.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Process payments and manage your account
• Generate AI content based on your prompts
• Communicate with you about our services
• Provide customer support
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our services, such as:

• Stripe for payment processing
• Cloud hosting providers for data storage
• Analytics services for usage monitoring
• Customer support platforms

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental request, or to protect our rights and safety.

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and monitoring
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure payment processing through Stripe
• Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. AI-generated content may be stored temporarily for processing and quality improvement purposes, typically for no more than 30 days unless you choose to save it to your account.

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Update or correct your information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Export your data in a portable format
• Object to certain processing activities

7.2 Communication Preferences

You can opt out of marketing communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or contacting us directly.

7.3 Cookies and Tracking

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our services.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

• Right to know what personal information we collect and how it's used
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

11. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation:

• Right of access, rectification, and erasure
• Right to restrict or object to processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to withdraw consent
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

12. Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Provide personalized content and advertisements
• Ensure security and prevent fraud

13. Third-Party Links

Our services may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes via email or through our services. Your continued use of our services after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: