Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 29, 2025
Last Updated: January 29, 2025
1. Introduction
Loading... ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.
By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Service.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information
We collect information that you provide directly to us:
- Account Information: Email address, name (if provided), password (encrypted)
- Payment Information: Processed through our payment processor (we do NOT store payment card details)
- Communication Data: If you contact us via email
Usage Information
We automatically collect certain information when you use the Service:
- Service Usage: Token consumption, processing history (limited by tier)
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information
- Analytics Data: Page views, feature usage, performance metrics
Text Content
When you use our Service, the text you submit is processed through our systems and third-party text processing APIs. This processed text is temporarily stored in your account history based on your subscription tier: Natural tier retains history for 3 days, Fluent tier for 14 days, and Native tier for 30 days. After these retention periods, the history is automatically deleted. We do not claim ownership of your content, and any analysis of content for service improvement purposes is done in an anonymized manner.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to provide, maintain, and improve our Service. Specifically, we use your information to process your text submissions, manage your account and subscriptions, send you service-related communications, analyze usage patterns to enhance our Service, ensure security and prevent fraud, and comply with legal obligations.
We want to be clear about what we don't do with your information: we do not sell your personal information to third parties, we do not use your content for training AI models without proper anonymization, we do not share your processed text with other users, and we do not send marketing emails without your explicit consent. Your privacy is important to us, and we handle your data with care and in accordance with applicable laws.
4. Third-Party Services
To provide our Service effectively, we work with several trusted third-party service providers. These include database and authentication services, secure payment processors, email delivery services, hosting and analytics platforms, text processing APIs, and error tracking and monitoring tools.
Each of these third-party services has its own privacy policy and data handling practices. While we carefully select our service providers and require them to protect your information, we encourage you to review their privacy policies to understand how they handle your data. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party services beyond our contractual agreements with them.
5. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide the Service:
Account Data
- Active accounts: Retained while account is active
- Deleted accounts: Removed within 90 days of deletion request
Processing History
- Natural Tier: 3 days retention (maximum 10 items)
- Fluent Tier: 14 days retention (maximum 100 items)
- Native Tier: 30 days retention (unlimited items)
- Free Users: No history retention
Processing history is automatically deleted after the retention period expires. This automatic deletion ensures that we only retain your data for as long as necessary to provide the Service according to your subscription tier.
6. Data Security
We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it. Our security measures include encryption of data in transit using HTTPS, encrypted password storage, secure API communication protocols, regular security updates and patches, and strict access controls and authentication requirements.
While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security. No method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. If you suspect any unauthorized use of your account, please notify us immediately.
7. Your Data Rights
Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data. These rights may include the ability to access information about the personal data we hold about you, request correction of any inaccurate personal data, request deletion of your account and associated data, request a copy of your data in a structured format for portability, and object to certain types of data processing.
Please note that there are certain limitations to these rights. Processing history is automatically deleted based on your subscription tier's retention period. We may need to retain certain data as required by law or for legitimate business purposes. Account deletion requests do not entitle you to refunds for any unused portion of your subscription, as outlined in our Terms of Service. Some data may be retained in our backup systems for a limited time before being permanently deleted.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at . We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Service and hold certain information. Cookies are files with small amounts of data which may include an anonymous unique identifier. We use essential cookies that are required for the Service to function properly, including authentication and security features. We also use analytics cookies to help us understand how our Service is used, which helps us improve our offerings. Performance cookies allow us to monitor and improve the Service's performance.
You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our Service. Most browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences through their settings.
8.1. Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains in detail how Loading... uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. By using our Service, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Service to function and cannot be switched off in our systems.
- Authentication Cookies: Used to identify you when you log in and maintain your session
- Security Cookies: Help protect against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) and other security threats
- User Preferences: Remember your preferences such as language settings and cookie consent choice
- Session Management: Maintain your state across pages during your session
- Load Balancing: Ensure optimal performance by distributing traffic across servers
Retention Period: Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent essential cookies expire after 30 days.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization:
- User Preferences: Remember choices you make (e.g., billing period selection)
- Language Settings: Store your preferred language
- Accessibility Features: Remember accessibility settings you've enabled
- Recent Activity: Track your recent actions for quick access features
Retention Period: 90 days
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our Service:
- Performance Analytics: Provides insights into page performance and user behavior
- Feature Analytics: Helps us understand feature usage and user journeys
- Traffic Analytics: Tracks website traffic and user engagement
Retention Period: Up to 2 years, or as specified by the third-party service
Marketing Cookies
Currently, we do not use marketing or advertising cookies. If we introduce these in the future, we will update this policy and request your consent.
Third-Party Cookies
Our third-party service providers may set cookies:
- Payment Processor: Payment processing and subscription management
- Authentication Provider: Authentication and session management
- Hosting Platform: Website hosting and analytics
- Error Monitoring: Error tracking and monitoring (only when errors occur)
Your Rights Under Different Regulations
GDPR (European Union)
- Right to Access: Request information about what cookies we use
- Right to Rectify: Correct any inaccurate cookie-based data
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of cookies and associated data
- Right to Object: Object to the use of non-essential cookies
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Change your cookie preferences at any time
CCPA (California, USA)
- Right to Know: Understand what information is collected via cookies
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of information collected through cookies
- Right to Opt-Out: Refuse the sale of personal information (we do not sell data)
- Right to Non-Discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising privacy rights
LGPD (Brazil)
- Transparency: Clear information about cookie usage
- Access: Access to data collected through cookies
- Correction: Correct inaccurate data
- Deletion: Request deletion of unnecessary data
- Portability: Transfer cookie-based data to another service provider
PIPEDA (Canada)
- Knowledge and Consent: Be informed about cookie usage and provide consent
- Access: Access personal information collected via cookies
- Challenge Compliance: Challenge our cookie practices
- Accuracy: Ensure cookie-based data is accurate
POPIA (South Africa)
- Accountability: We are responsible for complying with POPIA
- Processing Limitation: Cookies only collect necessary data
- Purpose Specification: Clear purposes for each cookie type
- Information Quality: Ensure accuracy of cookie data
- Security Safeguards: Protect cookie data from unauthorized access
How to Manage Cookies
Through Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit our Service, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can choose to:
- Accept All: Enable all cookies including analytics
- Accept Essential Only: Only use cookies necessary for the Service to function
Your choice is stored in your browser's localStorage and remembered for future visits. You can change your preference by clearing your browser data and making a new choice when the banner appears again.
Through Your Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and stored data
- Opera: Settings → Advanced → Privacy & Security → Cookies
Managing Analytics
Analytics cookies can be managed through your cookie preferences. You can choose to accept only essential cookies, which will disable all analytics tracking. Some analytics providers offer browser extensions or opt-out mechanisms that you can find on their respective websites.
Cookie Retention Periods
Cookie Type | Purpose | Retention Period |
---|---|---|
Authentication | User login sessions | 30 days or until logout |
Security | CSRF protection | Session (browser close) |
Preferences | User settings | 90 days |
Analytics | Usage tracking | Up to 2 years |
Consent | Cookie consent choice | 1 year |
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, you may experience:
- Inability to log in or maintain your session
- Loss of personalized settings and preferences
- Reduced functionality of certain features
- Need to re-enter information more frequently
- Less optimized performance and user experience
Cross-Border Data Transfers
Cookie data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country. By using our Service, you consent to such transfers.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Displaying a notice on our Service
- Requesting new consent for non-essential cookies if required
Contact Us About Cookies
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Note: This Cookie Policy is part of our Privacy Policy and should be read in conjunction with it. Your use of our Service signifies your acceptance of both policies.
9. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at .
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws different from those in your country.
By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, including the United States and other countries where our third-party service providers operate.
11. California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
- Right to delete personal information (subject to exceptions)
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do NOT sell personal information)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
12. GDPR Rights (European Users)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). These include the right to access your personal data, rectification of inaccurate data, erasure (also known as the "right to be forgotten"), restriction of processing, data portability, objection to processing, and the right to withdraw consent where we rely on consent as the legal basis for processing.
We process your personal data on several legal bases: contract performance (to provide you with the Service you've subscribed to), legitimate interests (such as improving our Service and ensuring its security), and consent (where we have specifically asked for your permission for certain processing activities).
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy.
Changes are effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the Service after we post any modifications to the Privacy Policy constitutes your acknowledgment of the modifications and your consent to abide by the modified Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
14. Contact Information
This Privacy Policy was last updated on January 29, 2025. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly. While we implement robust security measures, please be mindful that no online service can guarantee complete privacy or security. We recommend avoiding the submission of highly sensitive or confidential information through any online service.