Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 16/09/2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Banana Edit, Made by GMint Apps, A brand of GINMINT TECH. OPC PVT. LTD (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our AI Photo Editor mobile application (the “App”). We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and handling data responsibly.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you use the App:

Photos: Images you upload for editing are stored temporarily on secure servers and may be processed by third-party services (e.g., Replicate.com, Google Cloud).
Identifiers: A unique, randomly generated user ID is created to facilitate data deletion requests.
Usage Data: Non-personal data such as app interactions, crash reports, device type, operating system, and app version.
Log Data: Technical details such as IP address, timestamps, diagnostic information, and error logs.

We do not collect your name, email address, or other directly identifying personal information unless you voluntarily provide it.

How We Use Information

We use collected data to:

Provide AI photo editing functionality.
Improve app performance, reliability, and user experience.
Analyze trends, usage, and crash reports.
Ensure security and prevent misuse.
Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

3. Data Storage & Security

Uploaded photos are stored on servers hosted by DigitalOcean and processed by trusted third-party providers.
We apply industry-standard security measures, including encrypted transmission and secure storage.
Photos are deleted upon your request (see Section 9).

Third-Party Services

We rely on third-party service providers to support the App, such as:

Cloud storage and AI processing services (e.g., Replicate.com, Google Cloud).
Analytics and performance monitoring (e.g., Google Analytics, Firebase).
Hosting providers (e.g., DigitalOcean).

These providers process data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

We do not sell or share personal data with advertisers or unrelated third parties.
Log file data may include IP addresses, device details, crash reports, and timestamps. This information is used to diagnose issues, monitor trends, and improve stability.
Log data is stored securely and is not combined with personally identifiable details.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We and our third-party partners may use tracking technologies such as cookies, device identifiers, or similar tools to:

Analyze trends and monitor usage.
Improve app functionality and performance.
Deliver analytics and diagnostic reporting.

You can manage or disable tracking technologies in your device or browser settings.

Data Retention

Photos: Retained only as long as necessary to provide editing services, or until you request deletion.
Other Data: Retained as needed for the purposes described in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

Your Privacy Choices and Rights

You may:

Request deletion of your uploaded photos (provide your user ID from the App settings when contacting us).
Request deletion of other personal data we hold.
Opt out of analytics collection where supported by device settings.
Exercise rights under applicable privacy laws (see below).

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

Know what categories of personal information we collect and disclose.
Request Deletion of your personal information.
Opt Out of Sale: We do not sell your personal information.
Non-Discrimination: You will not be penalized for exercising your privacy rights.

To make a CCPA request, email us at info@gmintapps.com with your user ID.

If you are in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, you have rights under the GDPR, including:

Access: Request a copy of your data.
Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Erasure: Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”).
Restriction: Limit how your data is processed.
Data Portability: Request a copy in a portable format.
Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.

Legal bases for processing your data may include:

Consent (when you upload photos).
Contractual necessity (to provide app functionality).
Legitimate interests (for analytics and improvement).
Legal obligations (where applicable).

To exercise GDPR rights, contact us at info@gmintapps.com. You also have the right to complain to your local data protection authority.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted here with an updated Effective Date. Continued use of the App after updates means you accept the revised Policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

📧 info@gmintapps.com