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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 11, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Reverser. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services. By using Reverser, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Device Information

We collect device-specific information for authentication purposes:

  • Device identifier — a unique ID generated locally on your device, used to authenticate your account. Collected automatically when you first open the app.
  • Device model and operating system version — used for compatibility and troubleshooting. Collected automatically.
  • App version — used to ensure you receive the correct features and updates. Collected automatically.

2.2 Usage Data

We collect information about how you use our services to manage usage limits and improve the app:

  • Verification request counts — the number of image, video, text, and news verifications you perform. Used to enforce daily limits (free tier: 10/day) and for aggregate analytics.
  • Feature usage statistics — which features you use (e.g., reverse search, AI detection, prompt extraction). Used to improve the app experience.
  • Error logs and crash reports — diagnostic data collected when errors occur. Used solely for debugging and app stability.

2.3 Content You Provide for Verification

When you use our verification services, you choose to submit content for analysis. This content is temporarily processed on our servers and sent to third-party AI services as described in Section 7:

  • Images — photos you select from your device for reverse image search, AI detection, deepfake analysis, metadata extraction, or prompt extraction.
  • Videos — video files you select from your device, from which frames are extracted for AI detection and reverse search.
  • Text — text you type or paste for AI-generated text detection or prompt extraction.
  • News URLs — web links you provide for fact-checking and news verification.

Note on Permissions: Reverser utilizes the system Photo Picker API. This ensures we only access the specific media files you choose to verify, without requiring or requesting broad access to your device's entire photo or video library.

2.4 Biometric Data Disclaimer

Our deepfake detection technology analyzes digital artifacts and facial geometry solely to identify synthetic manipulation or AI generation. We do not perform facial recognition to identify individuals, nor do we collect, store, or share biometric identifiers that could be used to identify a specific person.

3. How We Collect Your Data

We collect data through the following methods:

  • Automatically — device information, usage statistics, and error logs are collected automatically when you use the app.
  • When you provide it — images, videos, text, and URLs are only collected when you actively submit them for verification through the app's interface.
  • With your consent — before any content is sent to third-party AI services for the first time, the app will ask for your explicit consent.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Provide verification services — process your submitted content through AI detection, reverse search, and fact-checking features.
  • Send data to third-party AI services — transmit your content to the specific third-party services listed in Section 7 to perform the analysis you request. This only occurs when you initiate a verification.
  • Authenticate your device — manage your account and verify your identity.
  • Track usage limits — enforce free tier limits (10 verifications/day) and manage premium access.
  • Improve our services — use aggregated, anonymized usage data to develop new features and improve existing ones.
  • Respond to support requests — address your questions and troubleshoot issues.
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse — protect the integrity of our services.

5. Privacy Mode

Reverser offers a Privacy Mode that allows you to process metadata extraction locally on your device without uploading content to our servers or any third-party service. When Privacy Mode is enabled:

  • Metadata extraction is performed entirely on your device
  • No images or videos are uploaded to our servers or third-party services
  • Verification history is not saved
  • Online features (reverse search, AI detection, prompt extraction) are disabled

6. Data Retention and Deletion

We retain your data as follows:

  • Uploaded Content (images, videos, text): Deleted immediately after processing (within 24 hours maximum). Content sent to third-party services is subject to their respective data retention policies (see Section 7).
  • Verification History: Stored for up to 90 days or until you clear your history.
  • Usage Statistics: Aggregated, anonymized data retained indefinitely for analytics.
  • Device Authentication: Retained while your account is active.

7. Third-Party AI Services and Data Sharing

Reverser shares your content with the following third-party services to provide its verification features. Before any data is sent to these services for the first time, the app will ask for your explicit consent. Each third-party provider is contractually or by policy obligated to protect your data with standards equivalent to or greater than those described in this Privacy Policy.

7.1 Groq (groq.com)

  • What data is sent: Image data (the photo you selected) in base64-encoded format.
  • Purpose: To extract or reconstruct the AI prompt that may have been used to generate the image (Prompt Extraction feature).
  • When: Only when you use the "Extract Prompt" feature on an image.
  • Privacy policy: https://groq.com/privacy-policy/

7.2 Cerebras (cerebras.ai)

  • What data is sent: The text content you submit for analysis.
  • Purpose: To extract or reconstruct the AI prompt that may have been used to generate the text (Prompt Extraction feature).
  • When: Only when you use the "Extract Prompt" feature on text.
  • Privacy policy: https://cerebras.ai/privacy-policy

7.3 Google Lens (Google)

  • What data is sent: A URL linking to your uploaded image for visual matching.
  • Purpose: To perform reverse image search and find visually similar images across the web.
  • When: Only when you use the "Reverse Search" feature with Google Lens.
  • Privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

7.4 Yandex Images (Yandex)

  • What data is sent: A URL linking to your uploaded image for visual matching.
  • Purpose: To perform reverse image search and find visually similar images across the web.
  • When: Only when you use the "Reverse Search" feature with Yandex.
  • Privacy policy: https://yandex.com/legal/confidential/

7.5 Bing Visual Search API (Microsoft)

  • What data is sent: Image data or image URL for visual matching.
  • Purpose: To perform reverse image search and find visually similar images across the web.
  • When: Only when you use the "Reverse Search" feature with Bing.
  • Privacy policy: https://privacy.microsoft.com/privacystatement

7.6 Google Fact Check Tools API (Google)

  • What data is sent: News text or claim text extracted from the URL you provide.
  • Purpose: To check claims against known fact-check databases for news verification.
  • When: Only when you use the "News Verification" feature.
  • Privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

7.7 NewsAPI.org

  • What data is sent: Search terms derived from the news claim text you provide.
  • Purpose: To find related news articles from multiple sources for cross-reference verification.
  • When: Only when you use the "News Verification" feature.
  • Privacy policy: https://newsapi.org/privacy

7.8 Apple App Store / Google Play

  • What data is sent: Purchase transaction data (receipt, transaction ID).
  • Purpose: To validate in-app purchases and manage premium subscriptions.
  • When: When you make a purchase within the app.

We do not sell your personal information. Beyond the services listed above, we may share your information only when:

  • Required by law — to comply with legal obligations or protect our rights.
  • Business transfers — in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with equivalent privacy protections maintained.

8. Security

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

  • HTTPS encryption for all data transmission (including to third-party services)
  • JWT token-based authentication
  • Secure storage of sensitive data
  • Regular security audits and updates

9. Your Rights and Data Deletion

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information and verification history
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data: You may request the deletion of all data associated with your device identifier at any time by visiting our Contact Page or emailing privacy@reverser.app.
  • Opt-out of cloud processing (by using Privacy Mode for local metadata extraction)
  • Withdraw consent for third-party data sharing at any time through the app's Settings

10. Children's Privacy

Reverser is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

  • Email: privacy@reverser.app
  • Through the "Report an Issue" feature in the app
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