The short version: Your photos are converted into pixel puzzles on your device and never uploaded. Signing in is optional and only needed for cloud backup and PixelMunity. The free version shows ads; PixelClarity Premium removes them. We never sell your data.
JesterMedia ("we," "us," or "our") operates PixelClarity, an iOS and iPadOS color-by-number pixel art app. This Privacy Policy explains what data the app collects, how it is used, and your rights regarding that data.
PixelClarity can turn a photo from your photo library or camera into a pixel puzzle. This conversion happens entirely on your device. Your original photo is never uploaded to us or to any third party. The app requests photo library and camera permission only when you choose to create a puzzle from an image, and it only reads the specific image you select.
PixelClarity can be used without an account. If you choose to enable cloud backup or post to PixelMunity, you sign in with Sign in with Apple or Sign in with Google through Firebase Authentication (Google LLC). We receive your name and email address as provided by that sign-in method, plus an account-linked Firebase user ID. Your display name is also used as your public artist name in PixelMunity.
When you back up, the following is stored in Firebase Firestore under your private account: your puzzle list, coloring progress, completion history, achievements, streak data, and Pixel Ticket balance.
If you choose to share a puzzle to PixelMunity, the processed pixel puzzle, the title and tags you type, and your public artist name become visible to other users. Only the processed pixel grid is uploaded — never the original photo. We also store your likes, follows, blocks, and reports so the feed works correctly. You can delete uploads and request account deletion. Copies already saved by other users may remain on their devices.
The free version uses Google AdMob, including optional rewarded ads. Google may process IP addresses, approximate location, device/app identifiers, ad and product interactions, and diagnostics. IDFA access is subject to iOS tracking permission. Declining that permission does not prevent all technical ad data processing. Premium removes displayed ads while active. See the available in-app privacy controls and device settings for your choices.
Preferences such as painting settings, sound, and whether you've seen onboarding are stored locally on your device using standard iOS storage. They are not transmitted to us.
| Data Type | Purpose | Linked to You? | Used for Tracking? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Email address | Sign-in / account | Yes | No |
| Name | Artist name in PixelMunity | Yes | No |
| User ID | Cloud backup and community | Yes | No |
| Shared puzzles, titles, tags | PixelMunity feed | Yes | No |
| Device advertising ID (IDFA) | Ad delivery, free tier | Yes | Yes, with your permission |
| Original photos | Converted on device only | Never uploaded | No |
Account and puzzle data supports the app’s features. Advertising providers may use ad-related data for measurement and personalization where permitted, as described above.
Puzzles shared to PixelMunity are automatically screened for adult, violent, and other objectionable imagery before appearing in the feed. Every post can also be reported by any user, and any user can block another artist to hide their content while the block is active. We aim to review reports within 24 hours, prioritize urgent concerns, and remove violating content or restrict accounts as appropriate. Automated screening is not a guarantee that every violation is detected. See the PixelMunity Terms for full details.
All data in transit is encrypted via TLS. Firestore data is encrypted at rest. Your backup and profile data are access-controlled at the database rules level: client access is restricted to the appropriate authenticated account; authorized backend services and administrators may access data to operate, secure, and support the service. Community posts are readable by signed-in users, but authors can manage their own posts, and authorized administrators can moderate or remove content.
We use Firebase for account, storage, and community features and Google Cloud Vision for moderation. AdMob processes advertising and technical information as described above, including limited technical processing when personalized advertising is unavailable. Advertising disclosures may be considered sale or sharing under some privacy laws; contact us about applicable opt-out rights. We do not sell your original photos.
Use Profile → Cloud Backup → Delete Account to request deletion of your account and associated backup, community uploads, follows, blocks, profile, and artist-name reservation. Confirm the result in the app and contact us if any records remain or the request fails. Local puzzles and copies downloaded by other users can remain on those devices. Provider-held records may have separate retention requirements. If you cannot access the app, email support@jestermedia.app; we will process your request within 30 days, subject to verification and legally permitted exceptions.
PixelClarity is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, contact us at support@jestermedia.app and we will delete it promptly.
Residents of California (CCPA) and Virginia (VCDPA) may have rights to access, correct, or delete personal information we hold. To exercise these rights, contact support@jestermedia.app. We will respond within 45 days.
We may update this policy periodically. We will post updates here and revise the "Last UpdatedSeptember 7, 2026
This notice describes the app. Website hosting and optional website analytics are described in the JesterMedia website privacy notice. Website choices do not change app settings. Data retention depends on the feature, account status, your deletion requests, provider processing, and necessary security, transaction, or legal records. You may contact us to ask about retention, exercise applicable access, correction, deletion or advertising opt-out rights, or appeal our response. Material changes will be notified and consent requested where required; this notice does not retroactively authorize a new data use.
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