Last Updated: November 24, 2025

AI Translator Privacy Policy

At AI Translator: Voice & Photo, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and handle your information when you use our mobile application ("AI Translator," "the App," "our App") on iOS devices. By using AI Translator, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you use AI Translator, you may provide certain information directly to us:

• Voice Input: When you use voice translation features, your voice audio is temporarily processed to convert speech to text and translate it. Voice data is processed locally on your device when using offline mode, or sent to our translation servers for online translation.
• Text Input: Text you type for translation is processed to provide translation results. Translation history is saved locally on your device.
• Photo/Camera Input: When you use the photo translator feature, images you capture or upload are analyzed to extract and translate text. Photos are processed temporarily and are not stored on our servers unless you explicitly save them.
• Translation History: Your translation history is stored locally on your device to provide quick access to past translations. You can delete this history at any time.
• Language Preferences: Your preferred languages and settings are stored to personalize your experience.
• Support Communications: When you contact us at engr.salmankh.77@gmail.com, we collect your email address and the content of your message to provide support.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

To improve the App's functionality and user experience, we automatically collect certain information:

• Device Information: We collect device model, iOS version, unique device identifiers, device language settings, and network information.
• Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with the App, including features used (voice, photo, text translation), language pairs selected, translation frequency, and app performance metrics.
• Crash Reports and Diagnostics: We collect crash reports and error logs to identify and fix technical issues. These reports may include device state information at the time of the crash but do not include your translation content.
• Analytics Data: We use analytics tools to understand app usage patterns, popular features, and areas for improvement. This data is aggregated and anonymized.
• Location Data (Optional): If you grant location permission, we may use your approximate location to suggest relevant languages or improve translation accuracy for location-specific terms. This is entirely optional.
• Advertising Data: Google AdMob collects advertising-related data including your device advertising identifier (IDFA), IP address, and general interest data to serve relevant ads.

1.3 Permissions We Request

AI Translator requests the following permissions to function properly. You can manage these permissions in your device settings:

• Microphone Permission: Required for voice translation features. Your voice is converted to text for translation purposes only.
• Camera Permission: Required for photo translator features to capture images of text for translation.
• Photo Library Permission: Required to access and translate text from photos you've already taken.
• Speech Recognition: Required to convert your spoken words into text for translation.
• Network Permission: Required for online translation when offline mode is not enabled.
• Notification Permission: To send you alerts about translation completion, app updates, and optional tips.
• Location Permission (Optional): For location-based language suggestions and improved translation accuracy.
• Ad Privacy and SKAdNetwork: Allows Apple and Google to measure ad performance and personalize ads based on your interests.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

2.1 Core Translation Services

• Provide voice-to-text and text-to-speech translation services
• Perform photo and camera-based text recognition and translation
• Deliver real-time face-to-face and side-by-side translation
• Enable offline translation using downloaded language packs
• Maintain translation history for your convenience
• Support keyboard translation across all apps
• Provide context-aware AI-powered translations

2.2 App Improvement and Development

• Analyze usage patterns to improve translation accuracy
• Develop new features based on user needs and feedback
• Identify and fix bugs, crashes, and performance issues
• Optimize AI translation models for better results
• Improve speech recognition and text extraction accuracy
• Test and implement new translation technologies

2.3 Communication and Support

• Respond to your support requests and inquiries
• Send important updates about the App, including security updates
• Provide tips for better translation experiences
• Notify you about new features, languages, and improvements

2.4 Security and Fraud Prevention

• Protect against unauthorized access and security threats
• Detect and prevent fraudulent activities and abuse
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Comply with legal obligations and law enforcement requests

2.5 Advertising and Monetization

• Serve relevant advertisements through Google AdMob
• Measure ad performance and campaign effectiveness
• Improve ad targeting and relevance
• Generate revenue to support free and premium features
• Process in-app purchases securely

3. Data Processing and Translation Privacy

3.1 Local Processing (Offline Mode)

AI Translator prioritizes local, on-device processing for maximum privacy:

• Offline Translation: When you download language packs, all translations occur directly on your device without internet connection. Your voice, text, and photos never leave your device in offline mode.
• Translation History: All translation history is stored locally on your device and never uploaded to our servers.
• Voice Processing: In offline mode, voice recognition and translation happen entirely on your device.
• Photo Analysis: Text extraction from photos is performed locally when using offline language packs.

3.2 Online Processing

When using online translation features (without downloaded language packs):

• Text, voice audio, and photo data are temporarily sent to our secure translation servers
• Data is transmitted using encrypted HTTPS connections
• Translation requests are processed and immediately deleted after delivery of results
• We do not store your translation content on our servers
• Voice recordings are converted to text and the audio is immediately discarded

3.3 AI Translation Models

We use advanced AI translation models to provide accurate translations. These models are trained on publicly available multilingual datasets and do not include your personal translation data. Your translations are not used to train or improve our AI models without your explicit consent.

3.4 Data Retention

• Translation Content: Not stored on our servers. All content is processed transiently and immediately discarded after translation delivery.
• Translation History: Stored locally on your device until you delete it. You have complete control over your history.
• Usage Analytics: Aggregated and anonymized usage data is retained for up to 24 months for improvement purposes.
• Crash Reports: Retained for up to 12 months to identify and fix recurring issues.
• Support Communications: Retained for up to 36 months for customer service purposes.
• Ad Performance Data: Retained by Google AdMob per their privacy policies for campaign measurement and optimization.

4. In-App Purchases and Billing

4.1 In-App Purchase Information

When you make in-app purchases through AI Translator, the following applies:

• Payment Processing: In-app purchases are processed through Apple's App Store. Apple handles all payment information, including credit card details, which are not transmitted to or stored by AI Translator.
• Purchase History: Information about your purchases (such as purchase date, amount, and items purchased) is stored on your device and associated with your Apple ID account.
• Refunds: Refund requests for in-app purchases are handled by Apple according to their App Store guidelines and policies. Contact Apple Support for refund inquiries.
• Purchase Records: We may collect non-sensitive purchase metadata (such as purchase type, date, and quantity) for analytics purposes only. This data is aggregated and anonymized for app improvement and does not include payment information.
• Subscription Management: If you subscribe to premium features, you can manage your subscriptions through:
  • iOS Settings → [Your Name] → Subscriptions
  • App Store → Account → Subscriptions
  • Within the App's Settings menu
• Premium Feature Usage: We track which premium features you use to improve those services and provide personalized recommendations, but do not track the content of your translations with premium features.
• No Storage of Payment Data: We do not store, have access to, or transmit your credit card numbers, banking information, or other sensitive payment details. All payment processing is handled securely by Apple in compliance with PCI DSS standards.
• Receipt Verification: We may verify receipts with Apple's servers to confirm valid purchases and prevent fraud, but this process does not expose your payment information to us.

4.2 Apple App Store Policies

Your use of in-app purchases is also governed by:

• Apple App Store Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/us/terms.html
• Apple Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/privacy/

5. Advertising and Google AdMob

5.1 AdMob Ads and Data Collection

AI Translator uses Google AdMob to display advertisements. When you view ads, the following occurs:

• Ad Serving: Google AdMob displays personalized and non-personalized ads based on your interests and device information.
• Advertising Identifier (IDFA): We allow Google to use your device's advertising ID (IDFA on iOS) to deliver personalized ads, measure ad performance, and prevent fraud.
• Data Collected by Google: Google collects and processes data including:
  • Device identifiers and IDFA
  • IP address
  • Device type and operating system
  • Browser type and version
  • User interests and browsing behavior
  • App usage patterns
  • General location data (country/region level)
• Google's Privacy Practices: Google's use of data for advertising is governed by Google's Privacy Policy and Ad Settings.
• Third-Party Ad Networks: AdMob may include ads from third-party ad networks and advertisers. These third parties have their own privacy policies governing how they collect and use data.
• Ad Tracking: Our use of AdMob does not track your translation activity or translation content. Ad targeting is based on general device information, advertising identifiers, and general browsing behavior, not your personal communications.
• No Translation Content in Ads: Your translation content, voice data, or photos are never used for advertising purposes or shared with advertisers.
• SKAdNetwork Attribution: We use Apple's SKAdNetwork framework to measure ad campaign performance while maintaining privacy. This allows measurement of ad effectiveness without tracking individual user behavior.

5.2 Ad Personalization and User Control

You have full control over ad personalization:

• Opt Out of Personalized Ads (iOS):
  • Go to Settings → Privacy → Apple Advertising → turn off "Personalized Ads"
  • You will still see ads, but they will be less relevant to your interests
• Reset Your Advertising ID (iOS):
  • Go to Settings → Privacy → Apple Advertising → Reset Advertising ID
  • This generates a new ID and clears previous targeting information
• Limit Ad Tracking (iOS):
  • Go to Settings → Privacy → Tracking
  • Disable app tracking to limit cross-app tracking for ad targeting
• Google Ad Settings: Visit https://adssettings.google.com to manage your Google ad preferences and control which topics Google uses to personalize ads.
• Non-Personalized Ads: If you opt out of personalized ads, you will continue to see ads, but they may be based on general content rather than your interests, potentially be less relevant to you, and possibly be more repetitive.
• Impact on App: Disabling personalized ads does not affect the core functionality of AI Translator, but may reduce our ad revenue, which helps us maintain free and low-cost premium features.

5.3 Google AdMob Terms and Policies

By using AI Translator, you agree to Google's AdMob terms and policies. For more information about Google's advertising practices:

• Google Privacy Policy
• Google AdMob Terms
• How Google Uses Data
• Google's Ad Technology
• Google's Behavioral Targeting

5.4 Sensitive Categories

We ensure that Google AdMob does not serve ads in the following sensitive categories:

• Health and medical advice
• Financial or legal advice
• Adult content
• Discriminatory content
• Dangerous or illegal content
• Hate speech or violence

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

6.1 We Do Not Sell Your Data

AI Translator does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information or translation data to third parties for marketing purposes. Your privacy is not for sale.

Important Note on CCPA: Under the California Consumer Privacy Act, we do not "sell" personal information. However, sharing data with Google AdMob for ad personalization and with analytics providers may be considered "sharing" under CCPA. See Section 9 for CCPA-specific information.

6.2 Third-Party Service Providers

We work with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate the App. These providers have access only to the information necessary to perform their functions and are contractually obligated to protect your data:

• Translation API Providers: For online translation, we may use third-party translation APIs (such as Google Cloud Translation, Microsoft Translator). These providers process translation requests according to their privacy policies.
• Speech Recognition Services: For online voice translation, we may use cloud-based speech recognition services that are compliant with privacy standards.
• Analytics Providers: We use analytics services (such as Firebase Analytics) to understand app usage. These providers collect anonymized usage data.
• Ad Networks: Google AdMob and other third-party ad networks serve ads within the App and collect advertising data as described in Section 5.
• Crash Reporting Services: We use crash reporting tools (such as Crashlytics) to identify and fix technical issues.
• Cloud Infrastructure: We use secure cloud infrastructure providers (such as AWS, Google Cloud) to host our translation services.
• Payment Processing: Apple's App Store handles all payment processing for in-app purchases. Apple is bound by data protection agreements and PCI DSS compliance.

6.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities, including:

• Complying with legal obligations, court orders, or subpoenas
• Protecting the rights, property, or safety of AI Translator, our users, or the public
• Detecting, preventing, or addressing fraud, security, or technical issues
• Enforcing our Terms of Service and other agreements

6.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you via email or prominent notice in the App before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

7. Your Privacy Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Control

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information and account
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format
• Objection: Object to certain types of data processing
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at engr.salmankh.77@gmail.com with your request.

7.2 Translation History Management

You have complete control over your translation history:

• Delete individual translations from your history
• Clear entire translation history with one tap in App settings
• Disable history saving in Settings → Privacy → Translation History
• Export your translation history for personal use

7.3 Permission Management

You can manage app permissions at any time through your device settings:

• iOS: Settings → AI Translator → Permissions or Settings → Privacy

Note that disabling certain permissions may limit app functionality. For example, disabling microphone access will prevent voice translation features from working.

7.4 Offline Mode for Maximum Privacy

For complete privacy, we recommend using offline mode:

• Download language packs for the languages you need
• Enable offline mode in Settings
• All translations will occur entirely on your device
• Zero data transmission to servers
• Complete privacy even without internet connection
• Note: Offline mode will not display ads, but ads help support free features.

7.5 Analytics Opt-Out

You can opt out of analytics tracking in the App settings under Privacy → Analytics. Opting out may limit our ability to improve the App based on usage patterns.

7.6 Ad Preferences

Control advertising through:

• iOS Settings → Privacy → Apple Advertising (personalization and tracking controls)
• Within the App: Settings → Privacy → Ad Preferences
• Google Ad Settings: https://adssettings.google.com

8. Children's Privacy

AI Translator is not intended for use by children under the age of 13 (or the minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at engr.salmankh.77@gmail.com, and we will promptly delete such information from our systems.

Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA): We comply with COPPA regulations. If we become aware that a child under 13 has created an account or provided personal information, we will delete the account and information immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

AI Translator is available globally and supports 320+ languages. If you use the App outside your country of residence, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries where our service providers operate. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

When we transfer data internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards, including:

• Standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities
• Ensuring service providers meet adequate data protection standards
• Implementing technical and organizational security measures
• Using encryption for all data in transit

Data transfers are necessary for providing translation services and serving ads globally.

10. Data Security Measures

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption: All data transmitted to our servers is encrypted using TLS/SSL protocols
• Secure Storage: Translation history stored locally on your device is protected by iOS security features
• Access Controls: Strict access controls limit employee access to user data
• Regular Audits: We conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Secure Development: We follow secure coding practices and conduct security testing
• Incident Response: We have procedures in place to respond to security incidents
• Data Minimization: We collect only the minimum data necessary for app functionality
• Payment Security: All in-app purchases are processed through Apple's secure payment infrastructure

While we strive to protect your information, no security system is impenetrable. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to Know: Request disclosure of personal information we collect, use, disclose, and share
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information (with certain exceptions)
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of "sale" or "sharing" of personal information. Note: We do not sell your data for monetary consideration. However, sharing data with Google AdMob for ad personalization and measurement may be considered "sharing" under CCPA. You can opt out by disabling personalized ads.
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights. You will not be denied goods or services, charged different prices, or given lower quality service.
• Service Provider Relationships: Google AdMob, Firebase Analytics, Apple, and other service providers are considered "service providers" under CCPA and are contractually restricted from using your personal information for purposes other than providing services to us.
• Shine the Light Request: You have the right to request information about disclosures of personal information to third parties for direct marketing purposes.

To exercise CCPA rights, contact us at engr.salmankh.77@gmail.com with "CCPA Request" in the subject line. Include:

• Your full name
• Email address used with the App
• Description of your request
• Device information to help us locate your data

Response Time: We will respond to verified requests within 45 days.

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Legal Basis for Processing: We process your data based on:
  • Your consent (for optional features like location services and personalized ads)
  • Performance of our contract with you (providing translation services)
  • Legitimate interests (app improvement, security, fraud prevention)
  • Compliance with legal obligations
• Legitimate Interests: We rely on legitimate interests for:
  • Analytics and app improvement
  • Advertising and monetization
  • Security and fraud prevention
  • Serving Google AdMob ads
• Data Protection Officer: Contact our privacy team at engr.salmankh.77@gmail.com for data protection inquiries. Include "GDPR Request" in the subject line.
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority (data protection authority). Find your authority at https://edpb.ec.europa.eu/about-edpb/board/members_en
• Data Portability: You can request your translation history and personal data in a portable format (e.g., CSV, JSON).
• Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You can restrict how we process your data.
• Objection Rights: You can object to processing based on legitimate interests, including targeted advertising.

Important Note on AdMob and Transfers: Your data may be transferred to the United States for Google AdMob ad serving. Google complies with standard contractual clauses and other transfer mechanisms approved under GDPR.

Response Time: We will respond to GDPR data subject requests within 30 days.

13. Indian Privacy Rights (DPDP Act)

If you are in India, you have rights under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDP), 2023:

• Consent: We obtain your consent for data collection and processing. You can withdraw consent at any time.
• Access and Correction: You can request access to and correction of your personal data.
• Deletion: You can request deletion of your personal data.
• Grievance Redressal: If you have privacy concerns, contact us at engr.salmankh.77@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.
• Data Processing: We process personal data only for specified, explicit purposes related to translation services, analytics, and advertising.

14. Third-Party Links and Services

AI Translator may contain links to third-party websites, apps, or services (such as links in translated content, ads served by AdMob, and advertiser websites). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our App.

Third-Party Ad Content: Ads served by Google AdMob may link to third-party advertiser websites. Clicking on ads will take you to third-party sites governed by their own privacy policies.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or App features. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify you through the App or via email for significant changes
• Request your consent if required by applicable law

Material Changes: For material changes affecting your privacy rights (such as changes to data sharing or data retention), we will provide at least 30 days' notice and obtain your consent before implementing the changes.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of AI Translator after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. If you disagree with any changes, please stop using the App and contact us.

16. Contact Us and Data Subject Requests

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

For data subject requests (access, deletion, correction, portability), please include:

• Your full name and email address
• Description of your request and reason
• Device information and App version
• Any transaction IDs or purchase order numbers (if applicable)
• Your country/region of residence

Request Verification: We will verify your identity before processing data subject requests to protect your privacy and prevent unauthorized access.

17. Your Privacy Matters