Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to AoLingo ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our Ao Naga to English translation service.

We are committed to transparency and protecting your privacy. Our service is designed to collect only the data necessary to provide translation functionality.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Translation Data (Required for Service)

• Translation Text: The text you input for translation (Ao Naga to English or English to Ao Naga)
• Translation Results: The translated text generated by our service

2.2 User Account Information (Optional - Only if you choose to sign in)

When you sign in with Google, we collect:

• Email Address: Your Google account email address
• Name: Your name from your Google profile
• Display Name: An editable display name (defaults to your Google name)
• Profile Picture: Your Google profile picture URL
• Google User ID: A unique identifier from Google to link your account, this helps us to indenitfy you and your account
• Account Activity: Number of translations and reviews you've performed
• Timestamps: Account creation date and last login time

Note: Account creation is entirely optional. You can use AoLingo without signing in, but some features (like saving translation history) require an account.

2.3 Device Information (Basic Analytics)

• Operating System: Your device's operating system (e.g., Android, iOS, Windows, macOS)
• Device Type: Whether you're using a mobile device, desktop, or tablet
• App Type: Whether you're using our web app or mobile app

2.4 Technical Information (Automatic)

• IP Address: Your internet protocol address (automatically collected by web servers)
• User Agent: Basic browser/device information (standard web data)

2.5 User Preferences (Local Storage)

• Theme Preference: Your light/dark theme choice (stored locally on your device)
• Session Data: Your login session information (stored locally on your device)

3. Information We Do NOT Collect

We want to be clear about what we do not collect:

• Location Data: No GPS coordinates, precise location, or approximate location
• Device Identifiers: No device IDs, hardware IDs, or advertising identifiers
• Phone Numbers: No phone numbers or SMS data
• Physical Addresses: No street addresses or mailing addresses
• Financial Information: No payment data, credit card information, or financial details
• Health Information: No medical data or health-related information
• Personal Messages: No emails, SMS, or other communications (only translation text you explicitly submit)
• Files from Device: No access to documents, photos, videos, or audio files stored on your device
• Contacts: No contact lists or address book information
• Web Browsing: No browsing history or web activity outside our service
• Social Media Data: Beyond the basic profile information from Google Sign-In, we don't access your posts, friends, or other social media data

4. How We Use Your Information

4.1 App Functionality

• To provide translation services between Ao Naga and English
• To process your translation requests
• To deliver translation results
• To authenticate and maintain your account (if you sign in)
• To save your translation history and preferences (if you sign in)
• To display your profile information and activity statistics

4.2 Analytics and Service Improvement

• To monitor app performance and usage patterns
• To improve translation accuracy and quality
• To identify and fix technical issues
• To understand which features are most used
• To track translation and review contributions (for signed-in users)

4.3 Communication (for signed-in users only)

• To send important service updates or security notifications
• To respond to your support requests

Note: We do not use your email for marketing purposes. We only send essential service-related communications.

5. Data Storage and Retention

Translation data is stored on our secure servers to:

• Provide translation services
• Improve our translation models
• Monitor service performance

We retain this data for as long as necessary to provide our service and improve our translation capabilities.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Secure server infrastructure
• Encrypted data transmission
• Regular security updates
• Access controls and monitoring

7. Data Sharing and Third-Party Services

7.1 Google Sign-In

When you sign in with Google, you are using Google's OAuth 2.0 authentication service. Google will ask for your permission to share your basic profile information with us. This process is governed by Google's Privacy Policy. We receive only the information you consent to share.

7.2 Data Sharing Policy

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for their marketing purposes.

We may share data only in the following limited circumstances:

• Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Service Protection: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
• Business Transfer: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (users will be notified)

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your data:

8.1 Account Control

• Optional Sign-In: You can use AoLingo without creating an account
• Account Access: You can view your account information at any time by signing in
• Edit Profile: You can update your display name at any time
• Sign Out: You can sign out of your account at any time

8.2 Data Rights

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct your personal information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Data Portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format
• Withdraw Consent: Revoke permission to use your data (by deleting your account)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@aolingo.in

8.3 Browser Settings

• Clear your browser's local storage to remove theme preferences and session data
• Use private/incognito browsing mode if you prefer not to store local data

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed and stored in countries other than your own. We ensure that any international data transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

12. Contact Us

13. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

We process your data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: When you create an account and sign in with Google, you consent to our collection and use of your profile information
• Contract: To provide the translation service and account features you request
• Legitimate Interest: To improve our service, ensure security, and maintain service quality
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

You can withdraw your consent at any time by deleting your account or contacting us at support@aolingo.in

14. Data Protection Rights (GDPR, CCPA, and Other Regulations)

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your data:

For EU/EEA Users (GDPR)

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification (correction) of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

For California Users (CCPA)

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
• Right to deletion of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

We will respond to all legitimate requests within 30 days. To exercise these rights, contact us at support@aolingo.in

15. Data Retention

We retain your data as follows:

• Account Data: Retained while your account is active and for 90 days after deletion
• Translation Data: Retained to improve our service until you request deletion
• Technical Logs: Retained for up to 12 months for security and troubleshooting

You can request immediate deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us.