Introduction
Welcome to Lingovo (“we,” “our,” or “us”), a Chrome extension designed to enhance language learning by replacing words on webpages with their translations in your target language. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Chrome extension. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Language Preferences: Your target language and native language settings
- User Settings: Customization options you select within the extension
- Account Information: If applicable, email address and username used for account creation
Information Automatically Collected
- Browsing Data: We temporarily process webpage content to identify words for translation
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide our core translation and word replacement service
- Personalize your language learning experience
Data Storage and Security
Your language preferences and settings are stored locally on your device through Chrome’s storage API. Any data transmitted to our servers is encrypted using industry-standard protocols. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access or disclosure.
Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We may share information with:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist in providing our services (e.g., translation APIs)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
Your Choices and Rights
You have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal information
- Opt-out of non-essential data collection
- Disable the extension at any time through Chrome’s extension management
- Request a copy of your data we may have stored
Children’s Privacy
Our extension is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify users of any material changes by updating the “Last Updated” date.
California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding your personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). For more information about these rights and how to exercise them, please contact us.
International Data Transfers
If you use our extension from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where our servers are located.