Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 15, 2025

BCL Trading LLC ("we," "our," or "us") operates the Facelytics web application (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

Images: Photos you upload for facial analysis and Best Photo comparison
Email Addresses: For premium subscription verification and account management
Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe (we do not store payment details)
Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, timestamps
Analytics: How you interact with our Service (anonymized)

Automatically Collected Information

Device and browser information
IP address and general location (city/state level)
Usage patterns and preferences
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

Service Provision: Process images and provide attractiveness ratings and Best Photo comparisons
Premium Features: Email verification for premium account access and usage tracking
Payment Processing: Handle subscription payments and billing through Stripe
Rate Limiting: Enforce usage limits (2 free ratings per week, 50 premium ratings per month)
Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve our algorithms
Communication: Send verification emails and service-related notifications
Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations
Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security issues

3. Image Processing and Storage

In-Memory Processing: Images are processed entirely in memory on our servers for face detection and rating
No File Storage: Images are never saved to disk or stored permanently
Best Photo Feature: Multiple images are processed simultaneously and converted to base64 for display comparison
Immediate Deletion: All image data is deleted from memory immediately after processing
No Human Review: Images are processed by automated AI systems only
Privacy-First Design: No image data is logged, cached, or retained

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information only in these circumstances:

Payment Processing: Email addresses shared with Stripe for subscription management and billing
Email Services: Email addresses used with SendGrid for verification and communication
Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
Safety: To protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or the public
Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate (under strict confidentiality agreements)
Business Transfer: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Regular security assessments and updates
Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
Secure hosting infrastructure

6. Your Rights and Choices

Access: Request information about data we have collected
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
Opt-out: Decline certain uses of your information
Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Remember your preferences
Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
Improve user experience
Provide relevant content and advertisements

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

8. Third-Party Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we discover we have collected information from a child under 18, we will delete it immediately.

10. International Users

Our Service is operated in the United States. If you are accessing our Service from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date" above.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Company: BCL Trading LLC
State of Formation: Missouri
Email: primate199@icloud.com
Address: Available upon request

13. Missouri State Law Compliance

As a Missouri-based company, we comply with all applicable Missouri state laws regarding data protection and privacy. Missouri residents have additional rights under state law, including the right to request information about data sharing practices.

This Privacy Policy was last updated on June 15, 2025.