Privacy policies
About :
Text Reader and Translator allows users to translate and listen to selected text from any webpage. Simply highlight text, choose a language, and get instant translations. The extension also supports text-to-speech for translated or selected text. No personal data is collected or stored, ensuring privacy and security.
User Privacy:
User Privacy in Text Reader and Translator Extension
Your privacy is important to us. The Text Reader and Translator extension does not collect, store, or share any personal data. The only data processed is the selected text from web pages, which is used for translation and text-to-speech functionality.
Key Points:
No Personal Data Collected: We do not collect, store, or share any personally identifiable information (e.g., names, emails, or browsing history).
Data Processed: Only the selected text on web pages is processed for translation and speech synthesis.
Google Translate API: The extension uses the Google Translate API to process translation requests. This API does not collect any personal information, and text is transmitted only for translation purposes.
Local Processing: All operations are performed locally in the extension, and no data is sent to external servers except for translation requests.
We are committed to ensuring a transparent and secure experience for all users. By using this extension, you acknowledge and agree to our privacy practices.
User Permissions:
User Permissions in Text Reader and Translator Extension
The Text Reader and Translator extension requires the following permissions to provide its functionality:
activeTab:
This permission allows the extension to access the content of the currently active tab. It enables the extension to retrieve the selected text from the web page, whether it's regular text or embedded PDFs.scripting:
This permission is required for executing scripts in the context of the current webpage. It allows the extension to run a script that fetches the selected text from the page for translation and text-to-speech processing.storage:
This permission is used to store temporary user settings, such as the selected language for translation and speech synthesis. It ensures that the extension remembers user preferences for future sessions.tabs:
This permission allows the extension to query the active tab and identify the correct context for retrieving selected text. It is essential for ensuring that the extension works only on the currently active tab.
Purpose of Permissions:
activeTab and scripting are used to retrieve selected text from the active web page or PDF for translation and speech synthesis.
storage is used to store language preferences.
tabs ensures that the extension interacts with the correct tab where the user has selected text.
These permissions are required to enable the key features of the extension and ensure that it functions as intended, with a focus on privacy and minimal data collection.
Children privacy policy:
Children’s Privacy Policy
The Text Reader and Translator extension does not knowingly collect, use, or share any personal information from children under the age of 13.
Our extension is designed to respect user privacy and does not ask for, store, or track any personal data, including that of children. The only data processed is the selected text from webpages, which is used solely for translation and text-to-speech purposes. No identifiable information (such as name, age, or location) is collected from users of any age.
We do not provide any features or services specifically targeting children, and the extension is intended for use by general audiences. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided personal information through the extension, please contact us, and we will promptly remove any such information.
Compliance with COPPA:
We are committed to complying with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and similar privacy regulations. As our extension does not collect personal information from children, it is not subject to COPPA’s requirements.
Changes to the Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or improvements to our extension. When changes are made, the updated privacy policy will be posted on this page, and the "Last Updated" date will be revised accordingly.
It is recommended that you review this privacy policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data and ensure your privacy. Continued use of the Text Reader and Translator extension after any changes to the privacy policy signifies your acceptance of the updated terms.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the changes to our privacy policy, please feel free to contact us.
Last Edited : 24 November, 2024