Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Photovocab. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we handle your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you use our mobile application and services. By using Photovocab, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways to provide and improve our services:

• Account Information: When you create a Photovocab account, you provide us with personal information, including your name, email address, and a password.
• User Content: Our core function involves image translation. We collect the images you capture or upload through the app. These images are processed to extract text for translation and are not used for any other purpose without your explicit consent.
• Automatically Collected Information: We may collect certain information automatically, such as your device type, operating system, IP address, and usage statistics. This data helps us understand how our service is used and allows us to improve user experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes:

• To Provide and Maintain Our Service: We use your account information and the images you provide to deliver our core features, such as translation and vocabulary building.
• To Improve Our Service: Usage data helps us understand user behavior, identify areas for improvement, and develop new features.
• To Communicate With You: We may use your email address to send you service-related updates, security alerts, or promotional materials (which you can opt out of).
• For Security and Analytics: We use information for analytical purposes to monitor the health of our service and to prevent fraudulent activity.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We are committed to maintaining your trust, and we want you to understand when and with whom we may share the information we collect.

• Third-Party Authentication: To make it easier for you to create an account, we allow you to sign in through third-party services like Google or Apple. This sharing is limited to what is necessary for authentication.
• Service Providers: We may share information with third-party vendors and service providers that support our business, such as cloud hosting services. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
• Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

5. Data Security

The security of your data is a top priority. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information at any time through your account settings. You can also unsubscribe from our marketing communications by following the link in our emails.

7. Children's Privacy

Photovocab is accessible to users of all ages, including children. We are committed to complying with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without obtaining parental consent. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the Effective Date at the top. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.