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Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we handle your data.

Last updated: January 16, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to Translate This (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our translation service.

By using Translate This, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the service.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Translation Content: Text, documents, or content you submit for translation
  • Account Information: Email address, username (if you create an account)
  • Contact Information: Name, email address when you contact us for support
  • Preferences: Language preferences, translation settings

Information Automatically Collected

  • Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, translation pairs selected
  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type
  • Log Data: IP address, access times, referring URLs
  • Cookies: Session cookies for functionality and preferences

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

  • Service Delivery: To provide translation services and process your requests
  • Service Improvement: To enhance translation accuracy and user experience
  • Communication: To respond to inquiries and send service updates
  • Analytics: To understand usage patterns and improve our service
  • Security: To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information:

  • Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS protocols
  • Secure data storage with encryption at rest
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
  • Automatic deletion of translation content after 30 days

While we strive to protect your information, no electronic transmission or storage method is 100% secure. We recommend not translating highly sensitive or confidential information.

Third-Party Services

We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our service:

  • Translation APIs: To provide advanced translation capabilities
  • Analytics Providers: To analyze service usage (anonymized data only)
  • Cloud Infrastructure: For hosting and data storage
  • Customer Support Tools: To manage support requests

All third-party providers are bound by confidentiality agreements and are only authorized to use your information as necessary to provide services to us.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the service to function properly
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your language and translation settings
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our service
  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may limit some features of our service.

Your Rights and Choices

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

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
  • Opt-out: Opt-out of marketing communications at any time
  • Restriction: Request restriction of processing of your personal information

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

Children's Privacy

Translate This is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@translateth.is

Address: Translate This
123 Translation Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
United States