Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 6, 2026

Effective Date: February 6, 2026

App Name: Aela

Thank you for using Aela. We take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information.

1. Information Collection and Use

1.1 Required Permissions

• Photo Library Access: For importing and saving images. All content and data are processed locally only, never uploaded to servers.

1.2 Non-Personal Information

• App Usage Data: Limited, aggregated analytics provided by Apple (if enabled on your device) and crash reports to help improve the app. This data is not used to identify you.

1.3 Information We Don’t Collect

• Aela has no user registration system, so we don’t store personal account information.
• We don’t upload your images or files.
• We don’t collect location information.
• We don’t access contacts.
• We don’t run background recordings.

2. Data Processing and Storage

• Local Processing Only: All image processing occurs on your device.
• No Cloud Storage: Aela does not provide any backend service or cloud storage.
• System Services: If you enable iCloud Photos at the system level, Apple may sync your media according to Apple’s policies. This is outside of our control.