Welcome to NicheMAX, operated by Ascent Technologies ("we," "us," or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application. By using NicheMAX, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
Account information — email address, display name, and user ID. If you sign in with Apple or Google, we receive the name and email associated with that account.
Photos — photos you upload for AI style analysis (selfie and outfit photos).
Style data — your AI-generated style personas, niche scores, transformation progress, and style preferences.
Purchase history — subscription status and in-app purchase records (processed by Apple and RevenueCat).
Usage data — feature interactions and product usage patterns to improve the app experience.
User-generated content — posts, votes, and messages you share in community chats and forums.
Referral data — your referral code and the number of friends who sign up using it.
Authentication
NicheMAX uses Firebase Authentication to securely manage your account. You can sign up and sign in using:
Email and password — your password is handled securely by Firebase and is never stored by us in plain text.
Sign in with Apple — we receive your name and email (or Apple's private relay email) via Apple's secure authentication flow.
Sign in with Google — we receive your name and email from your Google account.
AI Analysis
When you upload photos, they are sent to our secure backend server and processed using OpenAI's API to generate your style analysis. Important details:
We do not use facial recognition to identify individuals. Analysis focuses solely on style elements such as clothing, accessories, and overall aesthetic.
Photos are transmitted securely and are stored in Firebase Storage linked to your account.
AI-generated results (personas, scores, recommendations) are stored in Firebase Realtime Database under your user account.
Third-Party Services
NicheMAX uses the following third-party services that may process your data:
Firebase (Google) — authentication, data storage, and photo storage.
OpenAI — AI-powered style analysis of your uploaded photos. Photos are sent to OpenAI's API for processing. OpenAI's data usage policies apply.
RevenueCat — subscription and in-app purchase management. RevenueCat receives your anonymous user ID and purchase data from Apple.
Apple (App Store) — payment processing for subscriptions and in-app purchases.
We do not sell your personal data to any third party.
How We Use Your Information
Provide and personalize AI style analysis
Track your style transformation progress over time
Process subscriptions and in-app purchases
Enable community features (chats, forums, posts)
Manage referral rewards
Improve our AI accuracy and app experience
Ensure security and prevent fraud
Data Storage and Retention
Your data is stored in Firebase (Google Cloud infrastructure) with industry-standard encryption. We retain your data for as long as your account is active. When you delete your account, we permanently delete your profile data, uploaded photos, style analysis results, and all associated content from our systems.
Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures including:
HTTPS encryption for all data in transit
Firebase Authentication for secure access control
Database security rules that restrict access to authorized users only
API key protection and request authentication on our backend
Your Rights
You have the right to:
Delete your account and all data — go to Settings > Privacy & Data > Delete My Account. This permanently removes your account, photos, analysis results, and all associated data.
Delete uploaded photos — remove individual photos at any time within the app.
Reset your password — use the "Forgot Password?" link on the sign-in screen.
Cancel your subscription — manage subscriptions through your iPhone Settings > your name > Subscriptions.
Tracking
NicheMAX does not track you across other companies' apps or websites. We do not use advertising identifiers or participate in ad networks. None of the data we collect is used for tracking purposes.
Children's Privacy
NicheMAX is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of NicheMAX after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us at [email protected].