Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our AI-powered news analysis service (the "Service"). By using the Service, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information from and about users of our Service:

• Personal Information: Information that identifies you personally, such as your email address, username, and account credentials when you register for an account
• Article Content: Full text content of news articles that you explicitly request us to analyze through our browser extension, including article titles, content, and metadata necessary for AI-powered analysis
• Usage Data: Information about how you use the Service, including interaction patterns within our extension (button clicks, feature usage, session duration), the articles you request analysis for, and time spent using the Service
• Technical Data: Information about your browser, device, IP address, operating system, and other technical identifiers
• Payment Information: Billing information and payment method details when you purchase premium features

Data Collection Principle: We only collect article content and related data when you explicitly request analysis through our extension by clicking the "Analyze Article" button. We do not monitor or collect data from your general web browsing.

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information through various methods:

• Directly from you when you provide it to us (account registration, customer support)
• Through our browser extension when you explicitly request article analysis by clicking the "Analyze Article" button
• Automatically as you use the Service (usage analytics within our extension interface, technical data)
• From third-party authentication and payment processors

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for legitimate business purposes, including:

• Providing and maintaining the Service
• Processing article content through AI models to provide news analysis, context, and insights
• Processing transactions and managing subscriptions
• Improving and personalizing your experience
• Communicating with you about the Service, updates, and support
• Analyzing usage patterns to enhance Service functionality
• Complying with legal obligations and protecting our rights

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With service providers who assist us in operating the Service
• When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• In connection with a business transfer or merger
• With your explicit consent

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Third-Party Services

Our Service integrates with third-party services for authentication, database management, and payment processing. These services have their own privacy policies governing the collection and use of your information.

7. Your Privacy Rights

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

• Right to access your personal information
• Right to correct inaccurate information
• Right to delete your personal information
• Right to restrict processing of your information
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage patterns, and provide personalized content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, though this may affect Service functionality.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Our current retention practices include:

• Account Data: Retained for the duration of your account and as long as necessary to provide services
• Article Analysis Data: Retained to enable re-access to your analysis history and improve our services
• Usage Analytics: Retained in aggregated form for service improvement; individual session data retained as needed for service functionality
• Billing Records: Retained per legal requirements and tax obligations

We are developing more specific retention policies and will update this policy with detailed timeframes. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it. You may request deletion of your data at any time through our contact information below.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date.

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at the email address provided on our website.