Privacy Policy

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1. Introduction

Welcome to Somarizer (“Service”, “we”, “our”, “us”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service, in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the UK Data Protection Act 2018, and U.S. privacy laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA) and Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

By using our Service, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1. Login & Subscription Data

We collect the information necessary to provide our Service:

  • Email address and password for account creation and login.
  • Subscription details (plan type, billing status, payment references).
  • We do not store full credit/debit card information.

2.2. Analytics & Technical Data

When you visit our site, we automatically collect limited data through cookies and Google Analytics, such as:

  • IP address (anonymized for EU/UK users).
  • Device type, browser type, and operating system.
  • Pages visited, time spent, and referral sources.
  • General (non-exact) location, such as country or city.

This helps us understand how our service is used and improve its performance. We do not use this data to personally identify you.

2.3. What We Don’t Collect

We do not collect:

  • Sensitive personal data (e.g., health, race, biometric data).
  • User-generated content or documents beyond text input for summarization.
  • Data unrelated to your account or subscription.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

  • Provide and maintain our Service.
  • Authenticate your login and manage your account.
  • Process subscriptions and billing.
  • Respond to support inquiries.
  • Analyze usage to improve performance (via Google Analytics).
  • Comply with legal requirements.

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

4.1. Use of Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device to help our website function properly and understand user behavior.

We use:

  • Essential cookies – required for login and basic functionality.
  • Analytics cookies (Google Analytics) – to understand how users interact with our Service.

4.2. Google Analytics

Google Analytics may collect information about your device, browser, and on-site activity. Google may transfer this information to servers located outside your country.

You can learn how Google uses this data here: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites

You can disable analytics tracking by installing this opt-out add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

4.3. Managing Cookies

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. EU/UK visitors will be asked to accept or reject non-essential cookies on their first visit.

5. Legal Bases for Processing (EEA/UK Users)

We process your data under the following lawful bases:

  • Performance of a Contract – to provide the Service you requested.
  • Legitimate Interests – to improve our Service.
  • Consent – for analytics cookies and communications.
  • Legal Obligation – where necessary to comply with law.

6. Disclosure of Data

We may share data only with:

  • Service providers (e.g., hosting, payment, analytics).
  • Legal authorities, if required by law.
  • Successors, in case of a business merger or sale.

We never sell or rent personal data.

7. International Data Transfers

Data may be processed in other countries, including the U.S. When required, we apply appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) to protect your information.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as needed to:

  • Operate your account;
  • Fulfill subscriptions and legal obligations; or
  • Resolve disputes.

When no longer required, your data is securely deleted or anonymized.

9. Children’s Privacy

9.1. Access by Children

Somarizer is suitable for general audiences and may be used by children, depending on the laws of their country. However, children’s data is protected differently under various laws.

  • For users in the EU/UK: If a child is under 16 years old (or a lower age as set by national law, not below 13), consent from a parent or guardian may be required before providing personal information.
  • For users in the U.S.: Under COPPA, if a child is under 13 years old, we require verifiable parental consent before collecting any personal information.

We make reasonable efforts to obtain parental consent when required and limit any data collection from minors to what is strictly necessary.

9.2. Parental Rights

Parents or guardians can review or request deletion of their child’s information by contacting us at konwoubuntu@gmail.com.

10. Your Rights

10.1. Under GDPR / UK Law

You may:

  • Access your personal data.
  • Correct or delete it.
  • Withdraw consent at any time.
  • Object to processing or request portability.

10.2. Under U.S. Law (CCPA/CPRA)

You may:

  • Request disclosure or deletion of your data.
  • Opt out of data sale (we do not sell or share data).
  • Exercise your rights without discrimination.

Contact us at konwoubuntu@gmail.com to exercise any of these rights.

11. Security

We use technical and organizational safeguards to protect your information. While we take appropriate measures, no system is 100% secure. Please keep your account credentials confidential.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. If we make significant changes, we will notify you via email or a notice on our website. The “Last Updated” date at the top will always indicate the latest version.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, requests, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

📧 Email: konwoubuntu@gmail.com
🌐 Website: https://somarizer.com