Privacy Policy for Soft Voice: Text-to-Speech
Introduction
At RACCOON TECH (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we prioritize your privacy and are committed to safeguarding the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy applies to your use of our mobile application, website, and services (collectively, the “Services”). By using our Services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as outlined in this policy.
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically, and continued use of our Services after any changes will mean you accept those changes. Please check back regularly for updates.
We collect and use two types of information:
Personal Information
We do not collect personal information unless explicitly stated and with your consent. Personal information may include:
Contact Information: Email address, names, etc.
Geolocation Information: With your permission, we may collect location data to provide location-based services (e.g., for live traffic updates or navigation). You can disable location services through your device settings.
Device Information: Device ID, operating system version, etc.
Non-Personal Information
We may also collect non-personal information to improve our services and app features, such as:
Application Usage Data: Frequency of use, feature preferences, error logs, etc.
Non-Personal Data for Advertising: This can include device identifiers, which may be used by third-party ad services.
Our applications may request certain permissions from your device for specific features. These permissions are necessary to enhance your user experience. We do not collect or store any personal information without your consent.
Storage Access (READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE, WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE): We access files on your device to save or load content, such as images for editing. These files are not uploaded to our servers.
Camera (CAMERA): Used for capturing photos or videos as required by app functionality (e.g., photo editing, voice features). None of this data is uploaded or shared.
Microphone (RECORD_AUDIO): For voice input features such as voice recognition or speech-to-text functionality.
Notifications (POST_NOTIFICATIONS): We may send push notifications for updates or relevant offers, which you can manage through your device’s notification settings.
Billing & License Verification (BILLING, CHECK_LICENSE): Used to verify in-app purchases and app licensing.
Wake Lock (WAKE_LOCK): Used to keep the device's screen on while the app is running, ensuring uninterrupted service.
Bind Get Install Referrer Service (BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE): Used to retrieve referrer information to help us understand where app installations are coming from.
Access Network State (ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE): To check the status of the network connection for proper app functioning.
Access Wifi State (ACCESS_WIFI_STATE): To determine the status of the Wi-Fi connection and optimize app performance based on the network type.
Read Media Images (READ_MEDIA_IMAGES): Access images stored on your device for functionality such as uploading or editing photos.
Read Media Audio (READ_MEDIA_AUDIO): Access audio files on your device if required for specific app features.
Read Media Video (READ_MEDIA_VIDEO): Access video files on your device for features like uploading or editing videos.
Vibrate (VIBRATE): To make the device vibrate for notifications or alerts.
Internet (INTERNET): For internet connectivity to load external content and services in the app.
Dynamic Receiver Not Exported Permission (DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION): Used for handling certain broadcast receivers.
Access Adservices Ad Id (ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID): To collect ad-related identifiers to improve advertising and user experience.
Access Adservices Topics (ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS): For subscribing to and managing ad service topics for personalized ad targeting.
Nearby Wifi Devices: Used to detect available wifi networks for network-related features.
Change Wifi State: For changing the wifi network state on the device.
All Files Access Permission: For Android 11 and above users, the 'All Files Access' permission is necessary to enable the proper functioning of features like file encryption and management.
We are committed to giving our users control over their data. Under various privacy laws (such as the GDPR, CCPA, LGPD, and VCDPA), you have the following rights:
Right to Access: You may request access to the personal data we collect about you.
Right to Delete: You may request that we delete any personal data we have collected.
Right to Correct: If any personal information we hold is inaccurate, you can request corrections.
Right to Know: You have the right to know if your data is shared or sold and can request details.
Right to Opt-Out of Sale: If your personal data is subject to sale, you have the right to opt-out. We do not sell your personal information unless you opt-in.
For users in Brazil (LGPD), you have additional rights, including:
Right to Portability: You can request that we transfer your data to another service provider.
Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent at any time if processing is based on consent.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at: kashafkazmi12@gmail.com.
We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide the Services or as required by law.
Personal Data: Retained until user request or when no longer needed.
Non-Personal Data: Retained indefinitely for analytical and service improvement purposes unless you opt out.
We take reasonable security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access or disclosure. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information. Please use our services at your own risk.
We use Google AdMob to serve ads in our applications. AdMob may use non-personal data (such as device ID and interaction data) for advertising purposes. We do not share or sell personal data for third-party advertising unless you opt-in.
Opt-Out of Ads: You can disable personalized ads by adjusting the privacy settings in your device or through the Google Ads Settings page.
Our apps may contain links to third-party websites or services that are outside of our control. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We recommend you review their privacy policies before engaging with them.
ChatGPT API
Our app utilizes the ChatGPT API, a service provided by OpenAI, to generate text responses based on user input. When you interact with our app, your input may be processed by OpenAI's models to produce relevant text that is then used for speech synthesis. Please note that while we do not store the content of your inputs or outputs directly, OpenAI may collect and store data as outlined in its Privacy Policy to improve model performance, enhance services, and comply with legal obligations. We encourage you to review OpenAI's privacy policy to understand how your data is handled when using the API. Rest assured, we are committed to protecting your privacy and will only use the generated text for the purpose of providing the text-to-speech functionality within our app.
If you are a California resident, you are entitled to request details regarding the sharing of your data for direct marketing purposes. We do not disclose your personal information to third parties for their direct marketing unless you opt-in.
If you are a California resident, you have the right to request that we do not sell your personal information. To exercise this right, please contact us directly at kashafkazmi12@gmail.com. Additionally, you have the right to request access to your personal data, request deletion, or correct inaccurate information.
Opting Out of Targeted Advertising
You can opt out of receiving personalized ads from us and third-party advertisers by managing your preferences on the following platforms:
You may also be able to control tracking preferences directly in your browser settings or through third-party tools designed to block online tracking.
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), residents of the European Union have the right to:
Request access to their personal data,
Request correction or deletion of their personal data,
Object to the processing of their personal data,
Withdraw consent to the processing of their data at any time.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at kashafkazmi12@gmail.com.
For more details, please refer to the full privacy policy.
For users in Virginia, you have similar rights under the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act. This includes the right to access, delete, and correct your data, as well as the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal data.
Kashaf Kazmi is the Data Controller for RACCOON TECH. As the Data Controller, Kashaf Kazmi is responsible for determining the purposes and means of processing personal data collected by RACCOON TECH. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the use of your personal data, please contact Kashaf Kazmi at:
Email: kashafkazmi12@gmail.com
Address: House 465, Street 10, Ali Block
Kashaf Kazmi also serves as the Data Protection Officer (DPO) for RACCOON TECH. The DPO is responsible for ensuring compliance with privacy laws and for protecting your personal data. For any concerns regarding data privacy or to exercise your data protection rights, you may contact the DPO at:
Email: kashafkazmi12@gmail.com
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete it.
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Company Name: RACCOON TECH
Contact Person: Kashaf Kazmi
Email: kashafkazmi12@gmail.com
Address: House 465, Street 10, Ali Block
Last Updated: 13-01-2025