Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

When you use PidginToEnglish, we may collect the following types of information:

• Translation Data: Text you submit for translation between Pidgin English and Standard English. We may store anonymized translations to improve our AI translation quality, expand our phrase database, and enhance the accuracy of our Nigerian, Ghanaian, and Cameroon Pidgin models.
• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the site, including pages visited, features used, translation frequency, and session duration. This data is collected through cookies and similar technologies.
• Word Suggestions: Words, meanings, and example sentences you voluntarily submit through our dictionary suggestion form.
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, screen resolution, and general location data (country/region level) for analytics and service optimization.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide, maintain, and improve our Pidgin to English and English to Pidgin translation services
• To expand and curate our multi-variant Pidgin dictionary covering Nigerian, Ghanaian, and Cameroon Pidgin
• To train and refine our AI translation models for better accuracy and natural language output
• To analyze usage patterns, identify popular translations, and improve the overall user experience
• To respond to user feedback, word suggestions, and support requests
• To generate aggregated, anonymized analytics such as our Popular Translations page

3. Data Storage & Security

Your data is stored securely using industry-standard encryption and security practices. We use Supabase as our backend infrastructure, which provides enterprise-grade security measures including encrypted data at rest and in transit, regular security audits, and compliance with industry standards. Translation data is stored in secure databases with restricted access controls.

4. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party AI services to power our translation engine. Text submitted for translation may be processed by these services solely for the purpose of generating translations. We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties for marketing or advertising purposes. Any third-party service providers we work with are contractually obligated to handle your data securely and only for the purposes we specify.

5. Cookies & Local Storage

We use minimal cookies and browser local storage to remember your preferences, such as your selected theme (light or dark mode) and cookie consent status. These are essential for providing a smooth browsing experience. We do not use tracking cookies for advertising. You can manage your cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner or your browser settings.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. You may also have the right to object to or restrict certain types of data processing. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe as required by applicable law.

7. Children's Privacy

PidginToEnglish is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will promptly delete that information.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please reach out to us at [email protected]. You can also visit our Terms of Service for additional information about using PidginToEnglish.