Overview
Clear Canvas ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website clearcanvas.app. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use our service. We are committed to protecting your privacy — our tool is designed so that your images never leave your device.
Information We Do Not Collect
Clear Canvas processes images entirely within your web browser using client-side AI technology. Because of this architecture:
- •No image data is uploaded — your images are processed locally on your device and are never sent to any server.
- •No personal information is collected — we do not require accounts, logins, email addresses, or any form of registration.
- •No image data is stored — when you close the browser tab, all image data is permanently discarded from memory.
Information We May Collect
While we do not collect personal information directly, the following data may be collected through third-party services:
Hosting & Server Logs
Our website is hosted on standard web infrastructure that may automatically collect basic server logs, such as IP addresses, browser type, referring pages, and access timestamps. This data is used solely for maintaining the service and is not linked to any personal identity.
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects information such as pages visited, time spent on pages, referring websites, browser type, operating system, device type, and approximate geographic location (derived from IP address). Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies to collect this data. The information collected is aggregated and anonymized, and we do not use it to personally identify individual users. You may opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. For more information, please review Google's Privacy Policy.
Cookies
Clear Canvas itself does not set any cookies for tracking purposes. However, Google Analytics may place cookies on your device to collect website usage data. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Please note that blocking cookies may affect the functionality of some third-party services on the site.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that have their own privacy policies:
- •Google Analytics — for website usage analytics (Privacy Policy)
Data Retention
Since Clear Canvas processes all images locally in your browser, no image data is ever retained by us. Server logs, if collected by our hosting provider, are retained for no longer than 90 days and are used solely for security and operational purposes. Data collected by Google Analytics is retained in accordance with Google's data retention policies.
International Data Transfers
Google Analytics may transfer data to servers located outside your country of residence, including to the United States. Google implements appropriate safeguards for international data transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses and other mechanisms recognized by applicable data protection authorities. By using our website, you acknowledge that your data may be processed in countries with different data protection standards than your country of residence.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data under applicable privacy laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
For Users in the European Economic Area (EEA) / United Kingdom
Under the GDPR, you have the following rights with respect to any personal data we process:
- •Right of Access — you may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- •Right to Rectification — you may request that we correct any inaccurate personal data.
- •Right to Erasure — you may request that we delete your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
- •Right to Data Portability — you may request a machine-readable copy of your personal data.
- •Right to Object — you may object to the processing of your personal data for certain purposes.
- •Right to Restrict Processing — you may request that we limit the processing of your personal data.
The legal basis for processing data through Google Analytics is your consent (provided via continued use of the website) and our legitimate interest in understanding website usage. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
For Users in California (CCPA)
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act, California residents have the following rights:
- •Right to Know — you may request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal data we have collected.
- •Right to Delete — you may request deletion of your personal data, subject to certain exceptions.
- •Right to Opt-Out — you may opt out of the "sale" of personal data. We do not sell personal data. The only third-party data sharing is through Google Analytics for website usage statistics, which you can opt out of using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- •Right to Non-Discrimination — we will not discriminate against you for exercising any of your CCPA rights.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law.
Children's Privacy
Our service is not directed to individuals under the age of 13 (or 16 in the EEA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. Since Clear Canvas does not require any form of registration or data input beyond image files (which are processed locally), no personal data from any user — including children — is collected or stored. If you believe that a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us at [email protected], and we will take steps to address the situation.
Data Security
Because Clear Canvas processes all images locally in your browser, your image data is inherently secure — it never traverses the internet and is never stored on any server. The website is served over HTTPS to ensure the integrity and security of the application code delivered to your browser.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. If we make material changes, we will make reasonable efforts to provide notice (such as updating the "Last updated" date prominently). We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information on our privacy practices.
Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us at [email protected].