Privacy policy

Privacy Policy for Image Hub WordPress Plugin

Last updated: 19.06.2025

1. Introduction

Image Hub (“Plugin”, “we”, “our”, “us”) is a WordPress plugin developed by Extend Studio SRL that enables users to search and insert royalty-free images into their websites through integration with multiple third-party image provider APIs.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you use our plugin. By installing and using Image Hub, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information We Do NOT Collect

  • Personal data from your website visitors – Image Hub does not collect any information from people who visit your website
  • Image searches or queries – We do not store your search terms or browsing history within the plugin
  • Downloaded images – Images are downloaded directly from third-party providers to your website; we do not store copies

2.2 Information We May Collect

Technical Data (Automatically Collected):
  • Plugin version and configuration settings
  • WordPress version and basic site information (URL, admin email if provided for support)
  • API usage statistics (number of searches, downloads, errors)
  • PHP version and server environment details for compatibility purposes
License and Authentication Data:
  • Account credentials for plugin activation and updates
Support Communication Data:
  • When you contact us for support: your name, email address, website URL, and any information you voluntarily provide in your support request
  • Technical logs and error reports you choose to share

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:
  • Provide core functionality – Enable image searching and downloading features
  • Maintain and improve the plugin – Fix bugs, optimize performance, and develop new features
  • Provide customer support – Respond to your questions and troubleshoot issues
  • License management – Verify legitimate plugin usage and provide updates
  • Analytics and development – Understand how the plugin is used to guide future improvements (only if you opt-in)

4. Third-Party Service Integration

Image Hub integrates with the following third-party image providers through their APIs:

Important Notes:

  • When you search for images, your queries are sent directly to these services
  • Each service may collect data according to their own privacy policies
  • We recommend reviewing each provider’s privacy policy
  • Some services may require you to create accounts directly with them

5. Data Storage and Security

Our Data Practices:
  • Technical and support data is stored on secure servers with industry-standard encryption
  • We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data
  • Access to data is restricted to authorized personnel only
  • We retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy
Data Retention:
  • Technical data: Retained for up to 24 months for analytics and improvement purposes
  • Support communications: Retained for up to 3 years or until you request deletion
  • License data: Retained for the duration of your license plus 1 year for compliance
Your Data Location:
  • Data may be processed and stored in Romania and other locations where our service providers operate
  • We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Disclosure for Law Enforcement

Under certain circumstances, Extend Studio SRL may be required to disclose your Personal Data if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g. a court or a government agency).

Legal Requirements

Extend Studio SRL may disclose your Personal Data in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to:

  • To comply with a legal obligation;
  • To protect and defend the rights or property of Extend Studio SRL;
  • To prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the Service;
  • To protect the personal safety of users of the Service or the public;
  • To protect against legal liability.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
  • Access – Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
  • Correction – Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Deletion – Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
  • Portability – Request your data in a portable format
  • Objection – Object to certain types of data processing
  • Withdrawal of consent – Withdraw consent for optional data collection (like telemetry)

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days.

8. Cookies and Local Storage

  • Image Hub itself does not set cookies
  • The plugin may use WordPress’s local storage for temporary configuration data
  • Third-party image providers may set cookies when you visit their websites directly
  • Your browser’s image cache may store downloaded images locally

9. Children’s Privacy

Image Hub is not intended for use by children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

10. International Users

If you are located outside of Romania and choose to provide information to us, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in Romania and other countries with different privacy laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

11. Plugin Deactivation and Data Deletion

  • Plugin deactivation – Stops data collection but preserves settings
  • Plugin deletion – Removes local plugin data from your WordPress installation
  • Account data – To delete data stored on our servers, contact us directly

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will:
  • Post the updated policy on our website
  • Update the “Last updated” date
  • Notify users of material changes via email or plugin notifications
  • Continued use of the plugin after changes constitutes acceptance

13. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or requests: