Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 9, 2025 Last Updated: November 9, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to **AnividAI ** (https://anividai.com), an AI-powered anime art generation platform that empowers you to create original characters (OCs), generate stunning anime images and videos, and engage with a creative community.

Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you use our services. By using AnividAI , you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services:

2.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

Email address
Username (if provided)
Authentication provider information (Google, GitHub, or email/password credentials)
Profile information (display name, avatar, bio)
Account preferences and settings

2.2 Original Character (OC) Data

When you use our OC Maker to create characters, we collect:

Character profiles: Name, gender, age, personality traits, background story, hobbies
Character appearance: Physical descriptions, clothing style, distinctive features
Character images: Avatar images, generated character artwork
Visibility settings: Public or private status for each character
Creation and modification timestamps

2.3 AI-Generated Content

When you use our AI generation features, we collect:

Input data: Text prompts, selected parameters, reference images
Generated content: AI-created images, videos, and chat responses
Generation metadata: Model used, parameters, generation timestamps
Content visibility settings: Public or private status
Community interactions: Likes, favorites, shares on public content

2.4 Chat and Communication Data

When you use the "Chat with OCs" feature, we collect:

Chat messages: Your input messages and AI-generated responses
Chat sessions: Session IDs, timestamps, character context
Chat history: Stored conversations (subject to retention limits)

2.5 Meow Coin (MC) Transaction Data

To manage our credits system, we collect:

MC balance and transaction history
Credit purchases and consumption records
Earned credits (new user bonuses, daily check-ins, referrals)
Credit expiration dates
Membership subscription status and history

2.6 Payment and Billing Information

When you purchase MC packs or subscriptions, we collect:

Payment method information (processed securely by Stripe or Creem)
Billing address
Purchase history and receipts
Subscription plan details (Free, Basic, Plus, Pro)
Subscription cancellation and refund requests
Refund transaction records (for annual subscriptions with partial refunds)

Refund Data Collection (Annual Subscriptions):

When you cancel an annual subscription and request a refund, we process:

Credit activation history: Which monthly credit batches have been activated
Refund calculation details: Number of activated vs. unactivated months
Refund amount: Calculated based on unactivated monthly cycles
Credit voiding records: Unactivated credits marked as voided to prevent future use
Cancellation reason: Optional feedback you provide when canceling

This data is used to:

Calculate accurate refund amounts based on our monthly billing cycle policy
Prevent misuse of unactivated credits after refund processing
Maintain financial records for accounting and compliance
Improve our services based on cancellation feedback

Note: We do not store your full credit card numbers. Payment processing is handled by our trusted payment partners (Stripe and Creem) in compliance with PCI-DSS standards.

2.7 Usage Data

We automatically collect information about how you use our services:

Feature usage: Which generation tools you use, models selected, parameters chosen
Generation history: Number and types of generations performed
Community activity: Content viewed, searched, and interacted with
Session data: Login times, session duration, pages visited
Performance data: Loading times, errors encountered

2.8 Device and Technical Data

We collect technical information about your device and connection:

Device information: Device type, operating system, browser type and version
IP address and location data (country/city level, not precise geolocation)
Browser cookies and similar tracking technologies
Referral source: How you found our website
Screen resolution and display settings

2.9 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Session management: Keep you logged in and maintain preferences
Analytics: Understand how users interact with our platform (using tools like Google Analytics)
Performance optimization: Improve loading speeds and user experience
Security: Detect and prevent fraudulent activity

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling certain cookies may limit your ability to use some features.

Your Consent: When you first visit our website, we will ask for your consent before using non-essential cookies (such as analytics cookies). You can:

Accept all cookies: Allow us to use all types of cookies
Reject non-essential cookies: Only necessary cookies will be used
Customize your preferences: Choose which types of cookies to allow

Managing Your Preferences:

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by visiting our Cookie Settings page
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings
If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly
Important: We will not send your cookie preferences to our servers or any third parties - they are stored locally in your browser only

Cookie Categories:

Necessary Cookies: Always active - required for basic site functionality, security, and authentication. Including session management, login authentication, and security protection.
Analytics Cookies: Optional - Used to track page views and user behavior, helping us optimize website experience (Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity, Plausible). These cookies collect and report information anonymously.
Marketing Cookies: Optional - used for personalized advertising (not currently used)

Withdrawing Consent: You can withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time by:

Visiting our Cookie Settings page and adjusting your preferences
Clearing cookies in your browser settings
Contacting us at support@anividai.com

Immediate Effect: After withdrawing consent, relevant cookies will be immediately deleted and analytics scripts will stop loading.

Data Retention: We keep records of your cookie consent for up to 12 months or until you change your preferences. Your current cookie preferences are stored locally in your browser.

For More Information: Please refer to our Privacy Policy for complete details about how we handle your data and protect your privacy.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Delivery

Provide AI generation services (images, videos, chat)
Store and display your created characters and content
Manage your MC credits and membership benefits
Process payments and subscriptions
Enable community features for public content

3.2 Service Improvement

Analyze usage patterns to improve our AI models and features
Optimize generation quality and speed
Develop new features based on user needs
Conduct A/B testing and research

3.3 Communication

Send service-related notifications (generation completion, credit expiration)
Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
Send important updates about policy changes or service disruptions
Share optional promotional content (if you opt-in)

3.4 Security and Compliance

Prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
Enforce our Terms of Service and community guidelines
Comply with legal obligations and respond to lawful requests
Protect our rights, property, and safety, and that of our users

3.5 Personalization

Customize your experience based on preferences and history
Recommend models, parameters, or community content
Remember your settings and preferences across sessions

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Where We Store Your Data

Structured data (accounts, characters, transactions): Stored in secure PostgreSQL databases
Generated media files (images, videos): Stored in AWS S3 or Cloudflare R2 with encryption
Backup systems: Regular automated backups for data recovery

4.2 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

Encryption: HTTPS/TLS for data transmission, encryption at rest for sensitive data
Access controls: Role-based access, multi-factor authentication for admin accounts
Security monitoring: Continuous monitoring for suspicious activity
Regular audits: Security assessments and vulnerability scanning
Data minimization: We only collect data necessary for service provision

4.3 Data Retention

Account data: Retained while your account is active
Generated content: Retained based on your visibility settings and account status
Chat history: Retained for 90 days or until you delete your account
Transaction records: Retained for 7 years for accounting and legal compliance
Deleted data: Permanently removed within 30 days after deletion request

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your data in the following circumstances:

5.1 Third-Party Service Providers

We share data with trusted partners who help us operate our services:

AI model providers (Google Gemini series, OpenAI GPT series): To process your generation requests
- Shared data: Prompts, parameters, reference images
- Purpose: Execute AI model inference
Payment processors (Stripe, Creem): To process transactions
- Shared data: Billing information, transaction details
- Purpose: Process payments securely
Cloud infrastructure (AWS, Cloudflare): To host our services
- Shared data: All platform data
- Purpose: Provide reliable hosting and CDN services
Analytics providers (Google Analytics): To understand usage patterns
- Shared data: Anonymized usage statistics
- Purpose: Improve our services

All third-party providers are bound by strict data protection agreements and process data only as instructed by us.

5.2 Public Content

When you choose to make content public:

Your public Original Characters may be displayed in our community gallery
Your public generated images/videos may be featured on our platform
Other users can view, like, and favorite your public content
Public content may be used in our marketing materials (with attribution)

Note: Free users' generated content is automatically set to public. Subscription members can choose private visibility.

5.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law:

To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or subpoenas
To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or the public
In connection with fraud prevention, security investigations, or law enforcement
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale (with notice to users)

We may share your information for other purposes with your explicit consent.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

6.1 Access and Portability

View your data: Access your account information, characters, and generation history through your profile
Download your data: Request a copy of your personal data in a structured format

6.2 Correction and Deletion

Edit your profile: Update your account information and preferences anytime
Delete characters: Remove Original Characters you no longer want
Delete generated content: Remove images, videos, or chat sessions
Delete account: Permanently delete your account and associated data (note: some data may be retained for legal compliance)

6.3 Visibility Control

Change content visibility: Switch between public and private for your content (subscription members only)
Control community sharing: Choose what content appears in the public gallery

6.4 Communication Preferences

Email notifications: Opt out of promotional emails (service emails still apply)
Marketing consent: Control whether your public content can be used in marketing

6.5 Data Processing Objection

Object to automated processing: Request human review of automated decisions that significantly affect you

To exercise your rights, contact us at support@anividai.com or use the settings in your account dashboard.

7. Children's Privacy

AnividAI is intended for users aged 13 years and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information without consent, please contact us immediately, and we will delete such data.

Users aged 13-18 should obtain parental or guardian consent before using our services.

8. International Data Transfers

AnividAI operates globally, and your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from your jurisdiction.

We ensure adequate protection for international transfers through:

Standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission
Data processing agreements with all third-party processors
Compliance with GDPR and other applicable privacy regulations

9. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., social media sharing). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. AI-Specific Privacy Considerations

10.1 AI Training Data

We do not use your private content to train AI models
Public content may be used to improve our recommendation systems and user experience
AI model providers (Google Gemini series, OpenAI GPT series) process your generation requests according to their own privacy policies

10.2 Generated Content Ownership

While we facilitate the generation of content using AI, you retain ownership of content you create on our platform, subject to our Terms of Service. See our Terms of Service for details on content licensing.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes:

We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
For material changes, we will notify you via email or a prominent notice on our platform
Your continued use of our services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

**AnividAI ** Website: https://anividai.com Email: support@anividai.com

For GDPR-related inquiries (EU users), you may also contact your local data protection authority.

Your Trust Matters: At AnividAI , we are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we handle your data. Thank you for trusting us with your creative journey!