Privacy Policy

Introduction

At PassportSizePhoto.in, we take privacy seriously because our service is built around a simple idea: you should be able to create a passport photo without giving up unnecessary personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what we do, what we do not do, and how your data is handled when you use the site.

We try to keep this policy easy to read. If you are here, you likely want a direct answer about how your photos, cookies, and usage data are treated. The short version is that image processing happens locally in your browser, and we avoid collecting sensitive data unless it is needed for normal site operation and analytics.

Photo Processing

Your photos are processed entirely in your browser. We do not upload, store, or transmit your photos to any server. All image processing happens locally on your device using JavaScript, which means the file stays with you while you edit, crop, resize, and export it.

This approach is intentional. It reduces privacy risk, makes the tool faster, and gives you more control over your own image. Once the browser tab is closed, we do not have a copy of the photo that was being processed.

• Photos are never uploaded to our servers
• All processing happens in your browser
• We cannot access, view, or store your photos
• Photos remain only on your device
• Downloaded files are saved locally by you, not by us

Information We Collect

We collect minimal information to improve the service, measure what works, and keep the website reliable. We avoid asking for registration, login, or profile details because the core tool does not require them.

• Analytics: Anonymous usage data (page views, device type, browser) via Google Analytics
• No Personal Data: We don't require registration, login, or any personal information
• No Photo Storage: As stated, photos are processed locally and never reach our servers
• Basic technical logs: Standard server or platform logs may record error activity, uptime, or request metadata for security and debugging
• Contact emails: If you email us, we will use your message only to respond and resolve your request

Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for a limited set of purposes. Some are necessary for the site to work properly, while others help us understand how people use the pages so we can improve the experience over time.

• Essential: Required for basic website functionality
• Analytics: Google Analytics for understanding usage patterns (anonymized)
• Preference settings: May remember simple user choices if the site offers them
• Browser controls: You can disable cookies in your browser, though some features may work less smoothly

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services to host the site, deliver content quickly, and understand traffic patterns. These services only receive the information needed to provide their function.

• Google Analytics for website analytics
• Cloudflare for CDN and security
• Vercel for website hosting
• Email providers or hosting tools if you contact us through email

Why Browser-Side Processing Matters

One of the most privacy-friendly parts of this site is that your image work happens on your own device. That means the raw photo does not need to travel to our servers just so you can crop it, resize it, or prepare it for printing. For a user, that creates a simpler and more private workflow.

It also reduces the amount of information we have to handle. Fewer transfers mean fewer places where the image could be exposed, and fewer moving parts mean fewer things that can go wrong during the editing process. In practical terms, this lets you do the work locally and keep control of the file.

Practical Privacy Tips For Users

Even when a service is designed to be privacy-friendly, a few simple habits can make your own experience safer and cleaner. The easiest habit is to save the files you need right away instead of leaving them open in a browser tab and assuming they will still be there later.

• Download the final photo once you are happy with the preview
• Close the browser tab when you are finished editing
• Use a trusted device when working with sensitive documents
• Review the final file before sharing it anywhere else
• Delete local copies if you no longer need them on the device

These steps are not special to our site; they are just good digital habits. They help keep your document workflow neat, private, and easy to revisit if you need another copy later.

Data Security

We use reasonable security measures designed to protect the site and reduce the chance of unauthorized access. No online system is perfect, but we try to keep the environment safe and simple.

• HTTPS encryption for all connections
• No storage of sensitive user data
• Regular security reviews and dependency updates
• Limited access to operational tools and support inboxes
• Browser-side photo processing so images are not sent to our servers

Your Rights

Since we do not maintain user accounts and we do not store uploaded photos, there is very little personal information for us to access, modify, or delete. If you contact us by email, you can ask us to stop using your message for follow-up once your request is resolved.

You can also manage cookies in your browser settings and use privacy tools to limit analytics where supported by your browser or device.

Data Retention

We keep data only for as long as it is needed for the purpose it was collected. Anonymous analytics may be retained for reporting and trend analysis, while support emails are kept only as long as needed to answer the request, resolve the issue, or meet basic business and legal obligations.

Because images are processed in your browser, we do not retain copies of the photos you upload for editing. Once the session ends, the image remains on your device unless you choose to keep or share it.

Children's Privacy

Our service is intended for general use and is not designed to knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with information through email or another channel, please contact us so we can review the situation and take appropriate steps.

International Users

If you access the site from outside India, please note that your information may be processed in locations where our service providers operate. By using the site, you understand that those services may be subject to their own terms and privacy practices.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the service, technology, or legal requirements. When we do, we will post the updated version on this page and revise the "Last updated" date so you can see when the policy changed.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: support@passportsizephoto.in

We prefer direct, practical questions. If something in this policy is unclear, we are happy to explain how a specific feature works and what data it touches.

If you contact us about a privacy concern, please mention the page or feature involved so we can answer with the right context and avoid unnecessary back-and-forth.