Privacy Policy for T-Shirt Generator
Last Updated: January 3, 2025
T-Shirt Generator ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application (the "App").
By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use the App.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your data rights, please contact us at:
- Email: support@tshirtgen.com
- Website: https://tshirtgen.com/support
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Account Information
When you create an account, we collect:
- Email address
- Password (encrypted and stored securely)
- Username (optional)
- Account creation date
- Subscription tier (free or premium)
1.2 Design Content
We collect and store:
- Text prompts you enter for AI generation
- AI-generated images you create
- Designs you save to your closet
- Designs you mark as public and share
- Design view counts and analytics
1.3 Purchase Information
When you make purchases, we collect:
- Shipping address (name, street address, city, state, postal code, country)
- Order history and order details
- Size and quantity preferences
- Payment information is processed by Stripe (we do NOT store credit card numbers)
1.4 Commission and Referral Data
If you share designs and earn commissions:
- Share token and referral tracking data
- Commission earnings and payout history
- Payout method information
- Tax information (for US users earning over $600/year)
1.5 Usage Data
We automatically collect:
- App interactions and features used
- Generation count and limit tracking
- Device information (model, operating system version)
- IP address
- App performance and crash data
- Analytics data to improve the App
1.6 Guest User Data
For users who don't create accounts:
- Designs are stored locally on your device
- Generation count tracked per device
- Cart items stored locally
- No personal information collected until checkout
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide Services: Generate AI designs, create mockups, process orders
- Account Management: Authenticate users, manage subscriptions, track generation limits
- Process Payments: Handle purchases and commission payouts via Stripe
- Fulfill Orders: Send design and shipping information to Printful for t-shirt production
- Calculate Commissions: Track referrals and calculate earnings (10% of sales)
- Improve Services: Analyze usage patterns, fix bugs, develop new features
- Send Communications: Order confirmations, important updates, commission notifications
- Comply with Legal Obligations: Tax reporting, respond to legal requests
- Prevent Fraud: Detect and prevent abuse, spam, and fraudulent activity
- Content Moderation: Review reported content and enforce community guidelines
3. How We Share Your Information
We share your data with the following third-party services:
3.1 Fal.ai (AI Image Generation)
- Data Shared: Your text prompts for design generation
- Purpose: Generate AI images from your text descriptions
- Privacy Policy: https://fal.ai/privacy
- Data Retention: Per Fal.ai's retention policies
- Security: Industry-standard encryption in transit
3.2 Printful (T-Shirt Fulfillment)
- Data Shared: Design images, shipping addresses, order details
- Purpose: Create product mockups and fulfill t-shirt orders
- Privacy Policy: https://www.printful.com/privacy
- Data Retention: As required for order fulfillment and customer service
- Security: Secure data transmission and storage
3.3 Stripe (Payment Processing)
- Data Shared: Payment information, email address, billing address, transaction details
- Purpose: Process payments securely for t-shirt purchases and subscriptions
- Privacy Policy: https://stripe.com/privacy
- Security: PCI DSS Level 1 certified - the highest level of payment security
- Important: We do NOT store your credit card numbers - Stripe handles all payment card data
Stripe may collect additional data for fraud detection, authentication, and analytics. Learn more at https://stripe.com/privacy.
3.4 Supabase (Database and Authentication)
- Data Shared: All user data, designs, orders, and app data
- Purpose: Secure data storage, user authentication, and backend infrastructure
- Privacy Policy: https://supabase.com/privacy
- Data Location: Hosted on secure cloud infrastructure
- Security: Encryption at rest and in transit, row-level security policies
3.5 Analytics Providers (if applicable)
We may use analytics services to understand app usage:
- Data Shared: Usage statistics, device information, anonymized user behavior
- Purpose: Improve app performance and user experience
- You Can Opt Out: Contact us to disable analytics tracking
3.6 Legal and Safety Disclosures
We may disclose your information:
- To comply with legal obligations (court orders, subpoenas)
- To protect our rights, property, or safety
- To enforce our Terms of Service
- In connection with a business transfer (merger, acquisition, sale)
- With your explicit consent
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:
- Encryption: Data encrypted in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and at rest
- Secure Authentication: Passwords hashed using industry-standard algorithms
- Access Controls: Strict access limitations to personal data
- Regular Security Reviews: Ongoing monitoring and security assessments
- Third-Party Security: We only work with trusted, security-conscious service providers
However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as necessary to provide our services:
- Account Data: Retained while your account is active
- Design Content: Retained until you delete designs or your account
- Order History: Retained for 7 years for tax and legal compliance
- Payment Data: Processed by Stripe, not stored by us
- Analytics Data: Anonymized and aggregated data may be retained indefinitely
When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, except where required by law to retain certain information.
6. Your Rights and Choices
6.1 Access and Correction
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Update your account details in the app settings
6.2 Data Deletion (Right to be Forgotten)
You can request deletion of your data:
- In-App: Settings > Account > Delete Account
- By Email: Contact support@tshirtgen.com
- We will delete your data within 30 days, except where legally required to retain it
6.3 Data Portability
You can request a copy of your data:
- In-App: Settings > Privacy > Download My Data
- By Email: Contact support@tshirtgen.com
- We will provide your data in a machine-readable format (JSON)
6.4 Opt-Out Rights
- Marketing Communications: Unsubscribe via email links or app settings
- Analytics: Contact us to opt out of analytics tracking
- Data Sale: We do NOT sell your personal data
6.5 Account Deletion Process
When you delete your account:
- All your designs and prompts are permanently deleted
- Your email and personal information are removed
- Order history is retained for 7 years for legal compliance (but anonymized)
- Commission earnings data retained for tax reporting (if applicable)
- Shared designs may remain visible if others have purchased them
7. Regional Privacy Rights
7.1 GDPR (European Union Users)
If you are in the EU, you have additional rights:
- Right to Object: Object to processing of your data
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
- Right to Lodge a Complaint: Contact your local data protection authority
- Legal Basis for Processing: Consent, contract performance, legitimate interests
7.2 CCPA (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information we collect and how we use it
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt out of the "sale" of personal information (we do NOT sell your data)
- Non-discrimination for exercising your rights
To exercise these rights, contact us at support@tshirtgen.com. We will respond within 30 days.
7.3 Other Regions
Users in other jurisdictions may have additional rights under local laws. Contact us to learn more.
8. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
The App is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately at support@tshirtgen.com, and we will delete the information.
Age Requirement: You must be at least 13 years old to use this App (or 16 in the EU).
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to:
- United States (Supabase, Stripe, Fal.ai servers)
- European Union (Printful servers)
- Other locations where our service providers operate
We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (for EU data transfers)
- Data Processing Agreements with all service providers
- Compliance with applicable data protection laws
10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
10.1 Mobile App
The mobile app uses:
- Local Storage: To store authentication tokens and app preferences
- Secure Storage: To encrypt sensitive data like auth tokens (iOS/Android)
- Analytics SDKs: To track app usage (if enabled)
10.2 Web Version (if applicable)
Our website may use cookies for:
- Authentication and session management
- Analytics and performance tracking
- User preferences
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some functionality.
11. Third-Party Links
The App may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., Stripe payment pages). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.
12. AI-Generated Content and Intellectual Property
12.1 Design Ownership
- You own the AI-generated designs you create
- By making a design public, you grant us a license to display and share it
- Designs shared via referral links may be viewed and purchased by others
12.2 Prompt Data
- Your text prompts are sent to Fal.ai for processing
- We may analyze prompts to improve safety filtering and prevent abuse
- Prompts that violate our policies may be reviewed by moderators
12.3 Content Moderation
- We use automated safety filters to prevent NSFW content
- Reported designs are reviewed by human moderators
- Violating content may be removed without notice
13. Business Transfers
If T-Shirt Generator is involved in a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and/or prominent notice in the App before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in our practices
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- New features or services
Notice of Changes:
- We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top
- Significant changes will be communicated via email or in-app notification
- Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
15. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have "Do Not Track" features. Currently, we do not respond to Do Not Track signals. If we do so in the future, we will update this Privacy Policy.
16. Data Processing Agreement
By using the App, you acknowledge that:
- We act as a data controller for your personal information
- Third-party services (Fal.ai, Printful, Stripe) act as data processors
- We have agreements in place with processors to protect your data
- You can request copies of these agreements by contacting us
17. Your Consent
By using the App, you consent to:
- The collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy
- The sharing of data with third-party services for app functionality
- The transfer of your data internationally
- The storage and processing of your data by our service providers
You can withdraw consent at any time by deleting your account or contacting us.
18. Questions and Complaints
If you have questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy or our data practices:
- Contact Us: support@tshirtgen.com
- Response Time: We will respond within 30 days
- Escalation: If unsatisfied, you may contact your local data protection authority
For EU users, you can find your data protection authority at: https://edpb.europa.eu/about-edpb/board/members_en
Summary of Key Points
- ✅ We collect account info, designs, orders, and usage data
- ✅ We share data with Fal.ai (AI), Printful (fulfillment), and Stripe (payments)
- ✅ You can access, correct, export, and delete your data
- ✅ We do NOT sell your personal information
- ✅ You own your AI-generated designs
- ✅ Data is encrypted and securely stored
- ✅ You must be 13+ to use the App (16+ in EU)
- ✅ Contact support@tshirtgen.com for data requests
Thank you for trusting T-Shirt Generator with your information.