1. Introduction

PicPick is a production web-based platform designed for photographers and photography teams to manage workflows, crew assignments, and client operations. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect user information when you use our services.

2. Information We Collect

• Google Account Information: When you sign in using Google, we collect basic profile information such as your name, email address, Google account ID, and profile image for authentication and account management.
• Phone Number: A valid phone number may be required for account verification and service communication.
• Payment Information: Payments are processed via third-party gateways such as Razorpay, PayU, PhonePe, Paytm, or similar providers. PicPick does not store credit or debit card details.

3. Google OAuth and Authentication

PicPick uses Google OAuth 2.0 primarily for secure user authentication and login verification. Google Sign-In is used to confirm user identity and to simplify account access. Users may revoke PicPick’s access to their Google account at any time through their Google Account security settings.

4. Google Calendar Access and Usage

• Purpose: Google Calendar access is used strictly for internal crew assignment and scheduling related to photography shoots and work allocation.
• Scope: PicPick requests only the Google Calendar Events scope to create, update, reschedule, or delete events explicitly initiated by the user.
• Limitations: PicPick does not read, analyze, or access unrelated calendar events and does not use calendar data for analytics, advertising, or profiling.
• User Control: Calendar access is optional and can be revoked at any time from the user’s Google Account settings.

5. Use of Information

• Service Operation: To manage user accounts, panels, crew assignments, scheduling, and service delivery.
• Service Improvement: To improve platform performance, reliability, and user experience.
• Communication: To send service-related notifications and updates.

6. Data Storage and Security

• Storage Locations: Data and images are stored on Amazon S3 or Google Drive, depending on user-selected storage options.
• Security Measures: We use industry-standard technical and organizational safeguards to protect user data. However, no system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

7. Data Sharing

• Third Parties: User data is not sold or shared except with essential service providers such as payment gateways and storage providers.
• Legal Compliance: Data may be disclosed if required by law or valid legal process.

8. Cookies

PicPick may use cookies to maintain session integrity, improve user experience, and analyze platform usage. Users may disable cookies in their browser settings, though some features may not function correctly.

9. Data Retention

• Trial Accounts: Google account IDs used for trial access may be retained to prevent repeated trial abuse.
• General Data: Other data is retained only as long as necessary to provide services or comply with legal obligations.

10. User Rights

• Access and Update: Users may access and update their information through account settings.
• Revocation: Users may revoke Google OAuth or Calendar access at any time from their Google Account.
• Deletion: Users may request account and data deletion as described below.

11. Data Deletion Policy

• Account Deletion: Users may request deletion of their account by contacting PicPick. All associated data will be deleted, except Google account IDs retained for trial abuse prevention.
• Panel Deletion: Users may delete panels manually, which removes all associated images and data.
• Timeline: Deletion requests are processed within a reasonable timeframe after verification.

12. Changes to This Policy

PicPick may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of the platform after changes indicates acceptance of the revised policy.

13. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or data-related requests, please contact us via the contact page.