Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 7, 2025
Introduction
TranslateTool ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our AI-powered translation service.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you create an account, we collect:
- Email address
- Name (if provided via Google OAuth)
- Profile picture (if provided via Google OAuth)
Usage Data
We automatically collect certain information about your device and how you interact with our service:
- Browser type and version
- IP address
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Translation history and preferences
Translation Content
We process the text you submit for translation. This content is:
- Sent to AI providers (Anthropic, OpenAI, Google) for translation processing
- Stored temporarily in our database during the translation process
- Retained for registered users until deleted
- Deleted after 30 days for non-registered users
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and maintain our translation service
- Process your translations using AI models
- Send you authentication codes and service notifications
- Improve our service and develop new features
- Analyze usage patterns and optimize performance
- Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
AI Provider Data Sharing
When you submit text for translation, we send your content to third-party AI providers to generate translations. These providers are:
- Anthropic (Claude models) - See their privacy policy at anthropic.com/privacy
- OpenAI (GPT models) - See their privacy policy at openai.com/privacy
- Google (Gemini models) - See their privacy policy at policies.google.com/privacy
- Groq - See their privacy policy at groq.com/privacy
- OpenRouter - See their privacy policy at openrouter.ai/privacy
These providers may process your translation content according to their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their policies before using our service.
Important: Do not submit sensitive, confidential, or personally identifiable information (PII) for translation unless you are comfortable with it being processed by these AI providers.
Cookies and Tracking
We use the following technologies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for authentication and core functionality
- Analytics: PostHog for product analytics and usage tracking (can be opted out)
We do not use third-party advertising cookies or tracking pixels.
Data Retention
- Registered Users: Your account data and translations are retained until you delete your account
- Non-Registered Users: Translation data is deleted after 30 days
- Logs: Server logs are retained for 90 days for security and debugging purposes
Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Union, you have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
- Objection: Object to processing of your personal data
- Restriction: Request restriction of processing
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:
- Encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
- Encryption at rest for database storage
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls and authentication
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
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 you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Email: [email protected]