Privacy Policy
Last updated: September 24, 2026
Photo Stars ("we", "us", or "our") operates www.photostarsco.com (the "Site"). This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and the choices you have.
1. Information we collect
Photos you upload. Your photo is sent to our AI processing provider solely to generate your character image. When you order, the finished artwork is stored securely so it can be checked and printed. Photos are never used to train AI, sold, or shared with advertisers.
Email address. After a set number of free creations we ask you to verify your email with a one-time code, to manage usage limits and, with your consent, send occasional updates. You can unsubscribe any time.
Usage and technical data. We count AI creations per day (by verified email or IP address) to prevent abuse. Our hosting provider may collect standard data such as IP address and browser type.
Order and payment information. Purchases are processed by Shopify, which collects your name, address, email and payment details. We never see your full card number.
Messages. If you contact us, we keep your name, email and message to reply to you.
2. How we use your information
- To generate your personalized AI images.
- To fulfill and ship your orders.
- To enforce fair-use limits on the free AI creator.
- To answer your questions and communicate about your order.
- To improve and secure the Site.
3. Who we share information with
- Shopify — product catalog, cart and secure checkout.
- Printful and Printify — our print partners receive your artwork and shipping details to make and ship your item.
- Our AI processing provider — receives your photo only to generate your image.
- Lovable — hosting, backend and email infrastructure.
We do not sell your personal information.
4. Cookies and local storage
We use your browser's local storage to remember your cart, your latest creation and your free-creation count. This stays on your device.
5. Data retention
Verified emails and usage records are kept while your access is active and removed on request. Order information is kept as required for accounting, tax and legal purposes.
6. Your rights
Depending on where you live, you may access, correct, export or delete your information and opt out of marketing. Contact us and we'll respond within a reasonable time.
7. Children's privacy
The Site is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect their information. Contact us and we'll delete it.
8. Photos of other people
Only upload photos of yourself, your pets, or people who have given you permission.
9. Security
We use encrypted connections (HTTPS) and secure payment processing through Shopify. No method is 100% secure, but we work hard to protect your information.
10. Changes
We may update this policy; the date above shows the latest version.
11. Contact us
Email support@photostarsco.com.
