Privacy Policy
Last updated: 7/28/2025
This Privacy Policy describes how SuitAI (operated by OTTERWORKS, based in Japan) collects, uses, and protects your personal information. While we are based in Japan, we apply GDPR standards globally to all users, regardless of location, because we believe in strong privacy protection for everyone.
1. Data Controller
SuitAI is operated by OTTERWORKS, a company based in Japan. We apply GDPR principles globally to protect all users' privacy rights. For any privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your data rights, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours.
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following categories of personal data:
a) Account Information:
- Name and email address (via Google OAuth)
- Profile picture (if provided by Google)
- Account creation date and last login
b) Photos and Images:
- Selfies and personal photos you upload for processing
- AI-generated professional photos created by our service
- Metadata associated with these images (upload date, file size)
c) Project Data:
- Project names and descriptions
- Optional demographic information (age, gender) to improve AI generation
- Generation preferences and settings
d) Payment Information:
- Credit purchase history
- Transaction IDs (payment details are handled by Stripe)
e) Technical Data:
- IP address and browser information
- Device type and operating system
- Usage logs and analytics data
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
- Contract Performance: To provide our AI photo generation services
- Legitimate Interests: To improve our services, ensure security, and prevent fraud
- Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Consent: For optional features like marketing communications
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data to:
- Process your photos and generate professional headshots using AI
- Manage your account and provide customer support
- Process payments and manage credit balances
- Improve our AI models and service quality
- Send service-related communications
- Comply with legal obligations
- Protect against fraud and abuse
5. Data Storage and Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:
- All data is encrypted in transit using TLS/SSL
- Photos are stored securely on Cloudflare R2 with encryption at rest
- Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel only
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Secure authentication via Google OAuth
6. Data Retention
We retain your data according to the following schedule:
- Account Data: Retained for the lifetime of your account
- Uploaded Photos: Immediately destroyed after model training completion
- Generated Photos: Automatically deleted after 1 month, or you can delete them manually anytime from your profile. We recommend saving your preferred photos to your device for permanent storage
- AI Models: Retained indefinitely. Deleted upon request by contacting [email protected]
- Transaction Records: Retained for 7 years for tax compliance
- Usage Logs: Retained for 90 days
7. Your Rights Under GDPR
As a data subject, you have the following rights:
- Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to Restriction: Request limited processing of your data
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
- Right to Object: Object to certain types of processing
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time
To Exercise Your Rights:
Contact us at [email protected] with your request.
We will respond within 30 days and may request identity verification for security purposes.
8. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We share your data only with:
- Service Providers:
- Cloudflare R2 (photo storage)
- Stripe (payment processing)
- Google OAuth (authentication)
- AI infrastructure providers (photo generation)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or court order
- Business Transfers: In case of merger or acquisition (with notice)
We do NOT sell your personal data to third parties.
9. International Data Transfers
Your data may be processed in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure appropriate safeguards through:
- Standard Contractual Clauses with our service providers
- Ensuring providers comply with Privacy Shield or equivalent frameworks
- Technical and organizational measures to protect your data
10. Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us immediately at [email protected].
11. Cookies and Tracking
We use essential cookies for:
- Authentication and session management
- Security and fraud prevention
- Language preferences
We do not use tracking cookies for advertising purposes.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or prominent notice on our website. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
13. Contact Us
For any privacy concerns, data requests, or to exercise your GDPR rights:
Email: [email protected]
Company: OTTERWORKS (Japan)
Response Time: Within 48 hours for initial response
14. Supervisory Authority
If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
Terms of Service
Last updated: 7/28/2025
By using SuitAI, you agree to these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using SuitAI, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not use our service.
2. Service Description
SuitAI provides AI-powered professional photo generation services. You upload personal photos, and our AI creates professional headshots suitable for business use.
3. User Accounts
- You must provide accurate information when creating an account
- You are responsible for maintaining account security
- You must be at least 16 years old to use our service
- One person per account; account sharing is prohibited
4. Credits and Payments
- Credits are required to generate photos
- Credits are generally non-refundable and do not expire
- Prices are subject to change with 30 days notice
- All payments are processed securely through Stripe
- You agree to pay all fees associated with your purchases
- Refunds may be considered in exceptional circumstances as outlined in our Refund Policy
4.1 Refund Policy
Due to the nature of digital services, all purchases are generally final. However, we understand exceptional circumstances may arise:
Refund Eligibility
- Technical issues preventing service delivery within 48 hours
- Duplicate charges due to processing errors
- Unauthorized purchases reported within 7 days
- Service unavailability for more than 24 hours
Refund Process
- Contact [email protected] within 14 days of purchase
- Provide your transaction ID and detailed issue description
- Allow 5-7 business days for review
- Approved refunds processed within 10-14 business days
Refund Limitations
- Credits used to generate photos are not refundable
- Refunds must be requested within 14 days of purchase
- Processing fees may be deducted from refund amount
- Refunds issued to original payment method only
4.2 Digital Service Delivery
SuitAI provides digital services delivered electronically:
Service Delivery
- Credits are added to your account immediately upon payment
- Generated photos are available for download within 20-25 minutes
- High-resolution downloads available instantly after generation
- Email notifications sent upon completion
Delivery Issues
- If credits are not received within 5 minutes, refresh your account
- For generation delays beyond 30 minutes, contact support
- Download issues: Check browser settings and internet connection
- All delivery issues will be resolved within 24 hours
4.3 Return Policy
As a digital service provider, traditional returns do not apply. However:
- Unused credits remain in your account indefinitely
- Generated photos are yours to keep and use
- Account deletion removes access to all content
- For service dissatisfaction, contact support for resolution
4.4 Cancellation Policy
Account and service cancellation terms:
- You may delete your account at any time via profile settings
- Unused credits are forfeited upon account deletion
- Generated photos should be downloaded before cancellation
- Account data is permanently deleted within 30 days
- Cancellation does not qualify for refund of used services
5. Content Rights and Licensing
Your Content:
- You retain all rights to your original photos
- You grant us a limited license to process your photos for service delivery
- You warrant that you have the right to upload all content
Generated Content:
- You own all rights to AI-generated photos created for you
- You may use generated photos for any legal purpose, including commercial use
- We do not claim any ownership of generated content
6. Acceptable Use
You agree NOT to:
- Upload photos of people without their consent
- Create deepfakes or misleading content
- Generate inappropriate, offensive, or illegal content
- Violate any laws or third-party rights
- Attempt to reverse engineer or hack our service
- Resell or redistribute our service
7. Service Availability
We are committed to providing reliable service with minimal downtime:
- 99% uptime Service Level Agreement (SLA)
- Scheduled maintenance occurs Sundays at 1:00 PM UTC and is typically completed within 2 hours
- Emergency maintenance may occur with minimal notice when required for security or stability
- Service interruptions due to third-party providers, network issues, or force majeure events are excluded from uptime calculations
8. Service Limitations
- We strive for high-quality results but cannot guarantee specific outcomes
- Processing times may vary based on demand
- Service availability is not guaranteed 100% of the time
- We may impose reasonable usage limits to ensure fair access
9. Liability and Disclaimers
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
- We provide the service "as is" without warranties
- We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
- Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid in the last 12 months
- You use the service at your own risk
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless OTTERWORKS and its affiliates from any claims arising from your use of the service or violation of these terms.
11. Termination
- You may delete your account at any time
- We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms
- Upon termination, your right to use the service ceases immediately
- Provisions that should survive termination will remain in effect
12. Changes to Terms
We may update these terms periodically. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance. We will notify you of significant changes.
13. Governing Law
These terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where OTTERWORKS is established, without regard to conflict of law principles.
14. Contact Information
For questions about these Terms of Service:
Email: [email protected]