Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 15, 2025

Welcome to SpeakBox! Your privacy is extremely important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our application SpeakBox (the "Service"). Our Service provides real-time multilingual transcription, translation, and AI-powered summaries with a strong focus on user privacy and local data storage.

By using SpeakBox, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Data:
To use our Service, we may ask you to provide certain personally identifiable information, such as:
* Your Name
* Your Email address
* Payment Information (processed through secure payment providers for pay-as-you-go billing)

b. Audio Data for Processing:
* Audio recordings captured during transcription sessions
* This audio data is processed ephemerally (temporarily) by our third-party transcription providers
* Audio data is NOT stored on our servers or third-party servers after processing
* All recordings and transcriptions are stored locally on your device only

c. Usage Data (Non-Personal):
We may collect anonymized usage statistics such as:
* App performance metrics
* Feature usage patterns (which features are used most)
* Error logs for app improvement
This data cannot be used to identify you personally.

2. How We Process Your Audio Data

Privacy is our top priority. Here's exactly how your audio data is handled:

* Audio Capture: When you use transcription features, audio is captured locally on your device
* Ephemeral Processing: Audio is sent to our trusted third-party transcription providers (such as OpenAI Whisper, Google Speech-to-Text) for real-time processing only
* No Storage: Neither we nor our third-party providers store your audio data after processing is complete
* Local Storage Only: All transcriptions, translations, and AI summaries are stored exclusively on your device
* User Control: You have complete control over your data and can delete recordings/transcriptions at any time

3. Third-Party Transcription Providers

We use industry-leading third-party services for transcription and translation:
* These providers process your audio ephemerally (temporarily) to generate transcriptions
* They do not store or retain your audio data after processing
* We have agreements with these providers to ensure your data is handled securely and deleted immediately after processing
* These providers may be located outside your country but are required to meet strict privacy standards

4. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect and use your data for the following purposes:

* To provide real-time transcription, translation, and AI summary services
* To manage your account and process pay-as-you-go payments
* To improve app performance and add new features
* To provide customer support when requested
* To send important service updates and security notifications

5. Data Sharing and Selling

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes. Your information is used solely to operate and improve the SpeakBox experience.

The only data sharing that occurs is the ephemeral processing of audio through our transcription providers, as described above.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures:
* All data transmission is encrypted using SSL/TLS
* Payment information is processed through PCI-compliant payment processors
* Local data on your device is protected by your device's security features
* We regularly audit our security practices and third-party providers

7. Your Rights and Control

You have complete control over your data:
* All transcriptions and recordings are stored locally on your device
* You can delete any or all data at any time through the app
* You can export your data in standard formats
* You can request deletion of your account and associated data
* You can contact us to request information about what personal data we have about you

8. Children's Privacy

SpeakBox is not designed for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at contact@lingofm.com so we can take appropriate action.

9. International Data Transfers

Our third-party transcription providers may process data in different countries. We ensure that all providers meet strict privacy standards and comply with applicable data protection laws, including GDPR where applicable.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

This policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify users of material changes through email or in-app notifications. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Updates are effective once posted with the revised effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, you can contact us at:

Email: contact@lingofm.com

We are committed to protecting your privacy and will respond to your inquiries promptly.

Thank you for using SpeakBox!