Privacy Policy

Last updated: 7/4/2025

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About Our Name: Etymology & Legal Foundation

Labu Make takes its name from 'Labu,' an Austronesian language of Papua New Guinea, chosen for its linguistic independence and cultural significance in digital art creation.

• Linguistic Independence: 'Labu' exists as a legitimate language, completely separate from any trademark

• Cultural Significance: Represents our commitment to diverse, culturally-conscious digital art

• Legal Protection: Trademark law cannot claim exclusive rights over common linguistic elements

Your Privacy Matters

We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and share your information. Your uploaded photos are processed securely and used solely for AI generation purposes.

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Labu Make ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and shares your personal information when you use our AI-powered image generation service (the "Service"). Labu Make takes its name from 'Labu,' an Austronesian language of Papua New Guinea, chosen for its linguistic independence and cultural significance in digital art creation.

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

Google Account Data: When you sign in with Google, we receive your email address, name, and profile picture
User ID: We generate a unique identifier for your account
Subscription Status: Information about your subscription plan and payment status

2.2 Uploaded Content

Photos: Images you upload for AI generation
Generation Preferences: Settings like aspect ratio selections
Generated Images: AI-created artwork based on your photos

2.3 Usage Data

Generation History: Records of your AI generation requests and results
Usage Metrics: Number of generations, subscription usage
Technical Data: Browser type, IP address, device information
Performance Data: Error logs and service performance metrics

2.4 Payment Information

Note: We use Stripe for payment processing. We do not store your credit card information on our servers. Stripe handles all payment data according to their privacy policy and PCI compliance standards.

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Service Provision

Process your uploaded photos through AI generation systems
Create and deliver generated artwork to you
Manage your account and subscription status
Enforce usage limits based on your subscription tier

3.2 AI Processing

🤖 AI Processing Disclosure

Your uploaded photos are sent to third-party AI services (OpenAI and Replicate) for analysis and generation. These services process your images according to their own privacy policies.

Analyze uploaded photos to create generation prompts
Generate AI artwork based on photo analysis
Improve AI model performance and accuracy

3.3 Service Improvement

Monitor and improve service performance
Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
Troubleshoot technical issues
Develop new features and capabilities

4. Third-Party Services

We integrate with several third-party services that have their own privacy policies:

Google (Authentication)

Handles user login and provides account information

OpenAI (Image Analysis)

Analyzes uploaded photos to create generation prompts

Replicate (AI Generation)

Generates AI artwork using our custom model

Stripe (Payments)

Processes subscription payments and manages billing

Convex (Backend Services)

Provides database, authentication, and serverless functions

5. Data Retention

Account Data: Retained while your account is active

Uploaded Photos: Stored temporarily during processing, then retained based on your preferences

Generated Images: Stored in your account until you delete them or close your account

Usage Data: Retained for up to 2 years for service improvement

Payment Data: Handled by Stripe according to their retention policies

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Secure authentication through Google OAuth
Regular security audits and updates
Limited access to personal data by authorized personnel only
Secure cloud infrastructure through trusted providers

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Access: Request information about the data we hold about you
Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
Portability: Request export of your data in a machine-readable format
Objection: Object to processing of your personal data
Withdrawal: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us through our support channels.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies and similar technologies to:

Maintain your login session
Remember your preferences
Ensure service functionality
Analyze service usage (anonymized)

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during international transfers, in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our support channels.

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