Privacy Policy
Last updated: 11 January 2026
Overview
Mochi is an iOS app that transforms your photos into kawaii and anime-style artwork using AI. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.
Developer / Data Controller: Martin Malek, independent developer (EU) Contact: support@madebymochi.app
Information We Collect
Data We Collect
| Data Type | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|
| Pseudonymous User ID | Manage purchases and usage limits | Stored on device, synced via iCloud Keychain |
| Device Information | Compatibility, debugging, service improvement | With request logs |
| Photos | AI image transformation | Deleted within 24 hours |
| Push Notification Token | Notify you when your image is ready | Until token refresh |
| Purchase Information | Manage credits and subscriptions | Duration of service |
| Aggregated Analytics | Service improvement | Retained indefinitely in non-identifiable form |
Aggregated Analytics
We collect aggregated, non-identifiable statistics such as:
- Active user counts
- Feature usage trends
- Error rates and performance metrics
- Country-level geographic distribution
This data cannot be used to identify individual users.
Data We Do NOT Collect
- Names, email addresses, phone numbers
- Contacts or address book
- Precise GPS location
- Advertising identifiers (IDFA)
- Browsing history
- Social media accounts
How We Process Your Photos
- Your photo is securely uploaded
- Temporarily processed by an AI service provider
- The result is returned to your device
- Your photo is deleted from our servers within 24 hours
Data Sharing
| Recipient | Data Shared | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| AI Providers (such as OpenAI, Google, Alibaba Cloud) | Photo (temporarily) | Image transformation |
| Apple | Purchase transactions | Payment processing |
| Apple Push Notification Service | Device token | Notifications |
We do not sell personal data and do not use advertising SDKs.
Data Security
- Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
- Pseudonymous identifiers
- Limited data retention
- Cryptographically signed API requests
Your Rights
You may request to:
- Access your data
- Delete your data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Export your data
Contact support@madebymochi.app with your pseudonymous user ID (App Settings → Privacy).
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
We do not sell personal information. California residents may request access or deletion by contacting support@madebymochi.app.
European Union (GDPR)
For GDPR-specific information (legal basis, transfers, rights), see: madebymochi.app/gdpr
Children
Mochi is not intended for children under the age required by applicable data protection law (typically 13–16).
iCloud Sync (Optional)
If enabled, sticker data is stored in your private iCloud account and governed by Apple’s privacy policies.
Changes
We may update this policy. The “Last Updated” date reflects the latest version.
Contact
Email: support@madebymochi.app
Made with care in Europe.