Privacy Policy

Your privacy is fundamental to how we build Global Talk & Translate

Last updated: January 2025

          Privacy-First Promise: We only process the data you choose to translate. No training on your conversations. Your data stays yours.
        

1. Information We Collect

Translation Data

When you use our translation services, we temporarily process:

Text, voice recordings, and images you submit for translation
The translated output we provide
Language pairs used for translation

Glossary Data

When you create custom glossary entries:

Custom terms and their translations
Descriptions and context you provide
Reference images you upload

Sync Data (Optional)

If you choose to enable cloud sync:

Conversation transcripts (only if you opt-in)
Glossary entries for cross-device access
App preferences and settings

Technical Data

We collect minimal technical information to ensure the app works properly:

Device type and operating system version
App version and crash reports
Usage analytics (anonymized)

2. How We Use Your Information

Translation Services

We use your data solely to:

Provide accurate real-time translations
Recognize and apply your custom glossary terms
Improve translation quality for your specific use case

What We DON'T Do

          We never use your translation data to train our AI models or improve our services for other users. Your conversations are yours alone.
        

3. Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

Most of your data is stored locally on your device:

Recent translations (temporarily cached)
App settings and preferences

Cloud Storage (Optional)

If you enable cloud sync:

Glossary entries
Data is encrypted in transit and at rest
Stored on secure, GDPR-compliant servers
Accessible only by you with your credentials
Can be deleted at any time from your account settings

Temporary Processing

Translation requests are processed temporarily and:

Deleted immediately after translation is complete
Never stored on our servers permanently
Processed through encrypted connections

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties, except:

Service Providers

AI Translation Services: We use third-party AI providers for translation processing, but they do not retain your data
Cloud Infrastructure: Secure hosting providers for optional cloud sync features
Analytics: Anonymized usage data to understand app performance (you can opt-out)

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights, but we will notify you unless legally prohibited.

5. Your Rights and Controls

Access and Control

You have complete control over your data:

View all stored data in the app settings
Delete individual conversations or all data
Export your glossary and conversation history
Disable cloud sync at any time

GDPR Rights (EU Users)

If you're in the EU, you have additional rights:

Right to access your personal data
Right to rectify incorrect data
Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
Right to data portability
Right to object to processing

6. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will delete it immediately.

7. International Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

Standard Contractual Clauses for EU data
Adequacy decisions where applicable
Additional security measures for sensitive data

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through:

In-app notifications
Email (if you've provided one)
Updates on our website

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: privacy@globaltalktranslate.com
Data Protection Officer: dpo@globaltalktranslate.com
Website: globaltalktranslate.com

          Remember: You control your data. You can delete everything, export your information, or use the app completely offline. Your privacy, your choice.
        