Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how Ruslan Tsitser (“we,” “us,” or “our”) handles information when you use the Dog Grummy mobile application (“App”). Dog Grummy provides AI-assisted grooming previews of dog photos. It does not provide professional grooming advice, veterinary care, or guaranteed grooming outcomes.
1. Information we collect
Information you provide
- Dog photos from your photo library that you select for grooming preview;
- Grooming style you choose (for example, style name and description).
Information collected automatically
- Device and app data needed to run the App (for example, device type, operating system version, and app version);
- Local app data stored on your device, including generation history (before/after images), and preferences (for example, whether onboarding was completed).
Subscription data
Purchases and subscriptions are processed by Apple or Google. We receive subscription status through our provider Apphud (for example, whether premium access is active). We do not receive your full payment card details.
2. How we use information
We use information to:
- Send dog photos and selected style details to AI services to detect a dog and generate grooming previews;
- Save generations and results on your device;
- Enable premium features when you have an active subscription;
- Maintain security, fix bugs, and improve the App;
- Comply with legal obligations.
3. AI processing (Google Gemini)
When you start a grooming preview, the App sends your dog photo and selected style information to Google’s Gemini API (Google LLC) over an encrypted connection (HTTPS). Google processes this data as a service provider according to Google’s Privacy Policy and the terms that apply to the API.
We use the API to verify that the photo contains a dog and to generate a grooming preview image. We do not sell your photos. Do not use the App for content you are not willing to share with Google for this purpose.
AI output is for preview and entertainment only. Always consult a qualified groomer or veterinarian for your pet’s care. See our Terms of Use.
4. Where data is stored
Dog photos and generated previews are stored on your device. We do not operate a user account or cloud backup for your generations in the current version of the App. Uninstalling the App may delete local data depending on your device settings.
5. Third-party services
We use the following categories of providers:
- Google (Gemini API) — processes dog photos and style text to detect a dog and generate grooming previews;
- Apphud — subscription management; may process device identifiers, app events, and purchase-related data. See Apphud’s Privacy Policy;
- Apple App Store / Google Play — payment and subscription billing.
We share only what is necessary for these services to function. Their use of data is governed by their own policies.
6. Permissions
The App may request access to your photo library so you can select a dog image for grooming preview. You can deny permission; some features will not work without it.
7. Legal bases (EEA/UK)
If you are in the European Economic Area or United Kingdom, we rely on:
- Performance of a contract — to provide the App and previews you request;
- Legitimate interests — to secure and improve the App, where balanced against your rights;
- Legal obligation — where applicable.
8. Retention
Data on your device remains until you delete generations in the App or uninstall the App. Data processed by Google or Apphud is retained according to their policies and our configuration of those services.
9. Your rights
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete personal data we control;
- Object to or restrict certain processing;
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent;
- Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority.
Contact: privacy@tsitser.com. You can delete local generations by uninstalling the App.
10. Children
The App is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. Contact us if you believe a child has provided data through the App.
11. International transfers
Providers such as Google may process data in countries outside your own, including the United States. Those countries may have different data protection laws.
12. Security
We use reasonable measures to protect data in transit (such as HTTPS for API requests). No system is completely secure.
13. Changes
We may update this Policy. The “Last updated” date will change. Continued use after updates means you accept the revised Policy.
14. Contact
Data controller: Ruslan Tsitser
Email:
privacy@tsitser.com
Website:
dog-grummy.tsitser.com