Privacy Policy

At ImageSqueeze, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our service.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address
• Display name
• Password (stored as a secure hash — we never see your actual password)

1.2 Usage Data

We collect anonymous usage data to improve our service:

• Number of compressions performed
• Credit balance and transaction history
• Browser type and operating system (for compatibility)

1.3 What We Do NOT Collect

• Your images or their content
• The files you upload or download
• Any visual data from your compression sessions

2. How Your Images Are Processed

ImageSqueeze uses browser-based technology (Web Workers and Canvas API) to compress your images entirely within your device. This means:

• Images never leave your browser
• No image data is transmitted to our servers
• We cannot see, store, or access your images
• Compression is performed locally on your device

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our service
• Manage your account and credit balance
• Process payments and send receipts
• Send service-related communications (account updates, security alerts)
• Improve our service based on aggregate usage patterns
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Data Storage and Security

We take the security of your data seriously. We implement industry-standard security measures including:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Secure password hashing using bcrypt
• JWT-based session management
• Regular security audits

Your account data is stored on secure servers and is only accessible to authorized personnel on a need-to-know basis.

5. Cookies and Local Storage

We use browser local storage to:

• Keep you logged in between sessions (authentication token)
• Remember your agreement to our Terms of Service
• Cache user profile data for faster loading

We do not use third-party advertising cookies or tracking pixels.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share data with:

• Payment processors: To handle credit card transactions securely
• Service providers: Who assist in operating our platform (hosting, email)
• Legal authorities: When required by law

7. Data Retention

We retain your account information for as long as your account is active. If you request account deletion, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal compliance.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your account and data
• Export your data in a portable format
• Opt out of non-essential communications

9. Children's Privacy

ImageSqueeze is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or a prominent notice on our service. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your data rights, contact us at:

Alerion Inc
AlerionInc@outlook.com
+1(213)925-9444