Privacy Policy for Zalnote

Effective Date: 15/01/2026

Zalnote (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is owned and operated by Winston Brady.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use the Zalnote – AI-Powered Study Assistant mobile application (the “App”).

By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect limited personal information, including:

• Email address (via Firebase Authentication)
  
  

• Unique user ID
  
  

• Subscription status (free or premium)
  
  

We do not collect:

• Full name
  
  

• Phone number
  
  

• Physical address
  
  

1.2 Audio, Images, and Text Content

When you use Zalnote’s features, you may provide:

• Audio recordings (for transcription and summarization)
  
  

• Images (for problem solving or flashcards)
  
  

• Text input (notes, prompts, or study materials)
  
  

This data is:

• Processed using secure AI services
  
  

• Stored in Firebase only if you choose to save it
  
  

1.3 Usage Data

We may collect non-identifying usage data, such as:

• Feature usage counts
  
  

• App interaction events
  
  

• Device type and operating system
  
  

This helps improve performance and enforce usage limits.

1.4 Payment Information

All payments are handled securely by:

• Google Play Billing (Android)
  
  

• Apple App Store In-App Purchases (iOS)
  
  

We do not store or access:

• Credit card numbers
  
  

• Bank details
  
  

• Payment credentials
  
  

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

• Provide AI-powered features (notes, summaries, flashcards)
  
  

• Authenticate users and manage accounts
  
  

• Enforce free-tier and subscription limits
  
  

• Process subscriptions and premium access
  
  

• Improve app functionality and reliability
  
  

• Prevent misuse and ensure security
  
  

We do not sell or share your personal data for advertising purposes.

3. AI & Data Processing

Zalnote uses AI services to:

• Transcribe audio
  
  

• Summarize content
  
  

• Solve academic problems
  
  

• Generate flashcards
  
  

Important points:

• AI processing occurs via secure cloud functions
  
  

• API keys are never exposed to users
  
  

• User data is not used to train public AI models
  
  

• Data is processed only to provide requested features
  
  

4. Data Storage & Security

We use the following services:

• Firebase Authentication
  
  

• Firebase Firestore
  
  

• Firebase Storage
  
  

• Firebase Cloud Functions
  
  

Security measures include:

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS)
  
  

• Role-based access control
  
  

• Server-side subscription validation
  
  

• Secure usage tracking
  
  

While we take strong precautions, no system can guarantee absolute security.

5. Data Retention

• Saved notes, recordings, and flashcards remain until deleted by the user
  
  

• Temporary processing data may be automatically removed
  
  

• Account data can be deleted upon request
  
  

6. User Rights & Control

You have the right to:

• View and delete your content
  
  

• Request account deletion
  
  

• Cancel subscriptions via App Store or Play Store
  
  

• Contact us regarding privacy concerns
  
  

To request data deletion or account removal, contact:

📧 lens.bite.contact@gmail.com

7. Children’s Privacy

Zalnote is intended for educational use.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under the minimum legal age without parental consent.
If such data is discovered, it will be deleted immediately.

8. Third-Party Services

Zalnote relies on trusted third-party services:

• Google Firebase
  
  

• Google Play Services
  
  

• Apple App Store Services
  
  

Each operates under its own privacy policy.

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be stored or processed on servers outside your country of residence.
By using Zalnote, you consent to this transfer.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Any changes will be communicated through the App or official channels.

Continued use of the App indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Information

Company Name: Winston Brady
Support Email: 📧 lens.bite.contact@gmail.com

For any privacy-related questions or concerns, please contact us.