Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 22, 2025

Introduction

i18nStudio ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our macOS application i18nStudio (the "App").

Information We Collect

1. Information You Provide

1.1 Localization Files

• The App processes localization files you import (translation files, string files, CSV files, etc.)

• Important: These files are processed locally on your device and are not transmitted to our servers

1.2 API Credentials

• You may provide API keys for third-party translation services (e.g., DeepSeek, Kimi)

• These credentials are securely stored on your local device using the macOS Keychain

• We do not have access to your API keys

2. Information Collected Automatically

2.1 Usage Analytics

We may collect de-identified and aggregated usage information to improve the App, including:

• Feature usage statistics

• App performance metrics

• Error logs and crash reports

• Operating system version and hardware information

Note: This data is de-identified and aggregated. It does not include your translation content or Personal Information.

2.2 Device Information

• macOS version

• App version

• Device hardware specifications (for performance optimization)

• Language and region settings

3. Information We Do Not Collect

We do not collect:

• Personal Information (such as name, email address, mailing address, or phone number)

• Your translation content or localization files

• Financial information

• Browsing history or usage of other apps outside of i18nStudio

How We Use Your Information

1. Core Functionality

• Process and convert localization files locally on your device

• Provide translation editing and management features

• Enable import and export functionality

2. AI Translation Services

• When you use AI translation features, your text may be sent to third-party AI services

• This transmission is necessary to provide translation functionality

• We do not store or retain copies of the text sent to AI services

3. App Improvement

• Analyze anonymous usage patterns to improve features

• Identify and fix bugs and performance issues

• Develop new features based on user needs

Data Sharing and Third Parties

1. AI Translation Providers

When you use AI translation features, text data is transmitted to:

• DeepSeek (subject to DeepSeek's privacy policy)

• Kimi (subject to Kimi's privacy policy)

• Other AI services you configure

Your Responsibility: Review the privacy policies of the AI services you choose to use.

2. Analytics Services

We may use third-party analytics services that collect de-identified and aggregated usage data:

• No Personal Information is shared

• Data is aggregated and de-identified

• Used solely for App improvement purposes

3. What We Do Not Share

We do not sell or share your Personal Information, and we do not rent or trade your information for marketing purposes.

Data Security

1. Local Storage

• Your localization files remain on your device

• API credentials are stored in the macOS Keychain (encrypted)

• Sensitive data is not transmitted to our servers

2. Transmission Security

• All network communications use HTTPS encryption

• AI translation requests are protected according to provider standards

• We use industry-standard security measures

3. Data Retention

• We do not retain your translation content

• Anonymous analytics data may be retained for up to 12 months

• You may uninstall the App at any time to delete all local data

Your Rights and Choices

1. Data Access and Control

• You have full control over localization files on your device

• You can disable analytics collection in the App settings

• You can choose which AI translation services to use

2. EU (GDPR) Rights

If you are in the European Union, you have the right to:

• Access any personal data we hold about you

• Rectify inaccurate data

• Delete your data (right to be forgotten)

• Object to data processing

• Data portability

3. California (CCPA/CPRA) Rights

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Know what Personal Information has been collected

• Delete Personal Information

• Opt out of the sale or sharing of Personal Information (we do not sell or share data)

• Limit the use and disclosure of sensitive Personal Information

• Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights

4. How to Exercise Your Rights

Contact us using the information below to exercise your privacy rights.

Children's Privacy

i18nStudio is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect Personal Information from children under 13.

International Data Transfers

Because the App processes data locally on your device, there are no routine international data transfers. When using AI translation services, data may be processed in various countries/regions depending on the AI providers' infrastructure.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy

• Providing a notice within the App

• Posting updates on our website

Compliance

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:

• Apple App Store Review Guidelines

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

• Other applicable privacy laws

Contact Information

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

Email: i18nstudio@163.com 

Effective Date: This Privacy Policy is effective as of July 22, 2025.

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