At Earpocket, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our browser extension, website, and related services (collectively, the “Service”).
Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the Service.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Article Content: When you use Earpocket to convert an article to audio, we process the text content of that article to generate the audio file.
- Feed Subscription: We generate a unique, anonymous feed token to deliver your audio content to your podcast app. This token is not linked to any personal information.
- Contact Information: If you contact us for support, we may collect your email address and any information you choose to provide.
Information Collected Automatically
- Usage Data: We collect anonymous usage statistics such as the number of articles converted, audio playback events, and general feature usage to improve our Service.
- Device Information: We may collect basic device information such as browser type and operating system for compatibility and troubleshooting purposes.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
- Generate audio versions of articles you request
- Deliver audio content to your podcast app via RSS feed
- Respond to your comments, questions, and support requests
- Monitor and analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
- Detect, prevent, and address technical issues
Data Storage and Security
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information. Audio files are stored on secure cloud infrastructure (Cloudflare R2) and are accessible only via your unique feed token.
Article content is processed temporarily to generate audio and is not permanently stored in its original text form. Generated audio files are retained to enable playback in your podcast app.
Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We use third-party services (such as ElevenLabs for text-to-speech, Cloudflare for hosting) that process data on our behalf to provide the Service.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
Browser Extension
The Earpocket browser extension requires certain permissions to function:
- Active Tab: To read the content of the current page when you click the Earpocket button.
- Storage: To save your preferences and feed token locally in your browser.
The extension only accesses page content when you explicitly click the Earpocket button. We do not track your browsing history or access pages in the background.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data
- Opt out of certain data collection
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].
Cookies
Our website uses minimal cookies necessary for the Service to function. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party advertising cookies.
Children's Privacy
The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. 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.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this 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.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].