Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 23, 2026

This Privacy Policy ("Policy") describes how Inkover ("Service"), accessible at inkover.ink, collects, processes, stores, and protects personal data of its users.

The data controller is Nikolai Ivanovich Dubina, a self-employed individual, TIN 502997275398, Russian Federation ("Operator").

Personal data processing is carried out in accordance with Federal Law No. 152-FZ "On Personal Data" (Russian Federation), as amended by Federal Laws No. 421-FZ (November 30, 2024), No. 23-FZ (February 28, 2025), and No. 156-FZ (June 24, 2025), and other applicable regulations.

The Operator is registered in the Personal Data Operators Registry maintained by Roskomnadzor (the Federal Service for Supervision of Communications) in accordance with Article 22 of Federal Law No. 152-FZ.

1. Data We Collect

1.1. Data Provided by the User

  • Username
  • Email address
  • Password (stored in hashed form)
  • Name (if provided in profile)
  • Language and interface preferences

1.2. Data Collected Automatically

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version, device type
  • Service usage data (pages processed, tokens spent, settings used)
  • Registration date and last login time
  • Cookies (technical session only)

1.3. User Content

Images uploaded for processing are temporarily stored on Service servers to perform translation operations. Original and processed images are stored in association with the User's account until deleted by the User or upon account deletion.

2. Purposes of Data Processing

Personal data is processed for the following purposes:

  • Creating and managing User accounts
  • Providing Service functionality (image processing, translation)
  • Processing payments and maintaining billing records
  • Sending Service notifications (processing completion, system alerts)
  • Improving Service quality and analyzing usage patterns
  • Fulfilling obligations to the User
  • Complying with legal requirements

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Personal data is processed based on:

  • User consent provided as a separate document during registration, in accordance with Article 9(1) of Federal Law No. 152-FZ (as amended by Federal Law No. 156-FZ of June 24, 2025). Consent is obtained separately from the Terms of Service and any other documents
  • Performance of the contract (Terms of Service) with the User
  • Legitimate interests of the Operator in ensuring Service operation and security

Consent to personal data processing is specific, informed, conscious, and unambiguous. The User provides consent freely, of their own will and in their own interest.

4. Data Sharing with Third Parties

The Operator may share data with the following categories of recipients:

  • Google (Gemini API) — images and text are transmitted for AI model processing (OCR, translation, image generation), subject to Google's privacy policy.
  • Payment providers — minimal data required for payment processing. The Operator does not store credit card information.
  • Hosting provider — for server infrastructure operation.

The Operator does not sell, rent, or share personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

The Operator may disclose personal data in response to lawful requests from authorized government bodies of the Russian Federation.

5. Data Localization and Cross-Border Transfers

In accordance with Article 18(5) of Federal Law No. 152-FZ (as amended by Federal Law No. 23-FZ of February 28, 2025), the primary collection, recording, systematization, accumulation, and storage of personal data of Russian Federation citizens is carried out using databases located within the Russian Federation.

When using third-party services (particularly Google Gemini API), image content and recognized text may be transmitted to servers located outside the Russian Federation solely for processing purposes (OCR, translation, image generation). Such transfers are carried out in accordance with Article 12 of Federal Law No. 152-FZ and do not include the transfer of User personal data (name, email, payment information).

6. Data Storage and Security

Personal data is stored on secured servers with encryption in transit (TLS/SSL). Passwords are stored in hashed form and cannot be recovered in their original form.

Personal data is retained for the duration of account use and deleted within 30 (thirty) calendar days after account deletion, except for data the Operator is required to retain under applicable law.

7. User Rights

Under applicable law, the User has the right to:

  • Access information about their personal data processed by the Operator
  • Request correction, blocking, or deletion of personal data
  • Withdraw consent to data processing
  • Lodge a complaint with the relevant supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, send a request to [email protected]. A response will be provided within 10 (ten) business days.

8. Cookies

The Service uses cookies exclusively for technical purposes: maintaining authorization sessions and saving language preferences. The Service does not use third-party advertising or analytics cookies.

Cookies may contain data that can identify the User and constitute personal data under Federal Law No. 152-FZ. By using the Service, the User consents to the use of technical cookies necessary for the Service to function. The User may disable cookies in their browser settings; however, this may limit Service functionality.

9. Age Restrictions

The Service is not intended for individuals under 16 years of age. The Operator does not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with their data, please contact us for its deletion.

10. Changes to This Policy

The Operator may update this Policy. The current version is always available on this page. The date of the last update is indicated at the top of the document.

11. Contact Information

For questions regarding personal data processing, please contact:
Email: [email protected]