Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Reflections, the journaling app that transforms your thoughts, memories, and emotions into stunning AI-generated illustrations. We are deeply committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your most personal reflections remain secure and confidential.

This privacy policy provides a comprehensive explanation of how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you use Reflections. We believe in complete transparency about our data practices, so you can journal with confidence knowing exactly how your data is handled.

By using Reflections, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you have any concerns about our practices, we encourage you to read this document carefully and reach out to us with any questions.

Information We Collect

To provide you with a personalized and meaningful journaling experience, we collect several types of information. We are committed to collecting only what is necessary to deliver our services effectively.

Account Information

When you create an account with Reflections, we collect basic identification information to set up and maintain your personal account:

• Email Address: Used for account authentication, password recovery, and important service communications.
• Display Name: The name you choose to identify yourself within the app.
• Profile Photo: If you sign in with Google, we may receive your profile photo. This is entirely optional.

Journal Content

Your journal entries are the heart of Reflections. We store your content securely to enable the core features of our app:

• Text Entries: The written content of your journal entries.
• AI-Generated Illustrations: The unique visual artwork created by our AI based on your journal entries.
• Character Avatars: Custom character designs you create to represent yourself in your visual biography.
• Entry Metadata: Timestamps, dates, mood indicators, and other organizational data.

Usage Data

To continuously improve Reflections, we automatically collect certain technical and usage information:

• App Usage Patterns: Information about which features you use and how you navigate through the app.
• Device Information: Technical details about your device, operating system, and app version.
• Crash Reports: Automatic error reports to help us identify and fix bugs.

How We Use Your Information

Your data is used exclusively to provide, maintain, and improve the Reflections experience:

• Core Service Delivery: Operating the app, storing your entries, and syncing across devices.
• AI Illustration Generation: Processing your journal entries to create personalized visual representations.
• Character Customization: Enabling you to create and refine your personal avatar.
• Service Improvements: Using aggregated, anonymized data to identify opportunities for new features.

Use of Artificial Intelligence

Reflections uses AI to transform your written words into visual artwork. We want to be completely transparent about how AI is used.

Your journal entries are processed by AI solely to generate illustrations and provide features within the app. This processing happens in real-time and your data is not retained for training purposes.

Third-Party AI Services

We use Google's Gemini API and Imagen for AI processing. These services operate under Google's strict data protection policies, and data sent through their API is not used to train their models.

Data Storage and Security

Protecting your personal journal entries is our highest priority. We employ multiple layers of security using industry-leading infrastructure.

Security Measures

• Encryption in Transit: All data is encrypted using TLS 1.3.
• Encryption at Rest: All stored data is encrypted using AES-256.
• Access Controls: Strict authentication ensures only you can access your data.
• Regular Security Audits: We regularly review and update our security practices.

Data Sharing

We have a strict policy against selling, renting, or trading your personal data to third parties. We may share limited information only with essential service providers (Google Cloud, Firebase) or when required by law.

Your Rights

You have complete control over your personal data:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you.
• Right to Export: Export your journal entries and illustrations.
• Right to Deletion: Delete your account and all associated data at any time.
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of non-essential data collection.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account remains active. If you choose to delete your account, we will permanently delete all your personal data within 30 days.

Children's Privacy

Reflections is designed for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. When we make significant changes, we will notify you through the app or via email before the changes take effect.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please reach out through our support page.