Terms of Service and Data Protection Notice

Last updated: 22-Feb-2026

1. Scope of Service

This website provides a service that allows users to create photo mosaics using images they upload themselves. Uploaded images and generated mosaics are processed solely for the purpose of creating mosaics for the exclusive use of the user.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to the terms set out below.

2. Responsibility for Content

By using this service, you confirm that:

1. You have the legal right to use all images you upload, including any necessary copyrights, personality rights, or licenses.
2. You will not upload content that is illegal under Swiss law, European Union law, or the law applicable in your jurisdiction.
3. You are solely responsible for the content you upload and for any consequences arising from its use.

The website operator does not claim ownership of your uploaded images.

3. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for processing personal data under Swiss data protection law is:

Andrew Scannell

Switzerland

Email: admin@photomosaic.ch

4. Personal Data Processed

The following personal data may be processed:

1. Images uploaded by the user
2. Generated photo mosaics
3. Email address (for account management and payments, if applicable)
4. Technical data required to operate the service (e.g. session data)

5. Purpose and Legal Basis of Processing

Personal data and uploaded images are processed exclusively for the following purposes:

1. Creating and managing photo mosaics for the user
2. Operating and maintaining the website
3. Processing payments, where applicable

Processing is based on the user’s consent and on the necessity to perform the service requested by the user.

Images are not used for advertising, analytics, training, or any other secondary purpose.

6. Storage, Hosting, and Third Parties

All server infrastructure and data storage are located within the European Union.

Uploaded images and mosaics are:

1. Not shared with other users
2. Not sold or transferred to third parties

Technical service providers (such as hosting providers) may process data on behalf of the website operator solely for the purpose of providing infrastructure services and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Payment Processing

Payments are processed via Stripe.

Only the user’s email address is disclosed to Stripe for payment processing purposes. Payment data is handled directly by Stripe in accordance with its own privacy policy and security standards.

7. Data Retention and Deletion

Uploaded images and generated mosaics are automatically deleted 30 days after the user’s last activity on the website.

Users may delete their image libraries and mosaics at any time using the website’s functionality, resulting in earlier deletion.

Email addresses and transactional records may be retained for longer periods where required for legal, accounting, or contractual obligations.

8. International Data Transfers

Where personal data is processed within the European Union, it is subject to data protection standards recognized as adequate under Swiss data protection law.

No data is transferred to countries without an adequate level of data protection without appropriate safeguards.

9. Data Security

Appropriate technical and organizational measures are implemented to protect personal data and uploaded images against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration.

10. User Rights

Under Swiss data protection law, users have the right to:

1. Request access to their personal data
2. Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
3. Request deletion of their personal data
4. Withdraw consent for data processing at any time, where applicable

Requests can be made by contacting support@photomosaic.ch. Requests will be handled in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

11. Changes to This Notice

This notice may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in the service or legal requirements. The version published on the website at the time of use shall apply.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These terms are governed by Swiss law.

The place of jurisdiction is Switzerland, unless mandatory legal provisions provide otherwise.