Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how NativeWords ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares your personal information when you use our website and services.

NativeWords is a free, community-supported platform dedicated to preserving and promoting native languages from around the world through accessible dictionary and learning tools.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
• Account credentials (username and password)
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
• Communications with us (customer support inquiries, feedback)
• Any other information you choose to provide

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies
• Location data (with your permission)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our dictionary and language learning services
• Display word definitions, pronunciations, and translations
• Save your favorite words and preferences (stored locally in your browser)
• Respond to your comments, questions, and support requests
• Send updates about new languages, features, and improvements
• Monitor and analyze usage patterns to improve the platform
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues
• Protect against fraudulent or abusive activity
• Comply with legal obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, sale, or acquisition of our business
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• With Your Consent: When you have given us explicit permission to share your information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and collect information about your browsing activities. Specifically, we use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality like remembering your language preference
• Local Storage: To save your favorite words and dark mode preference locally on your device
• Analytics Cookies: To understand how visitors use our site and improve performance

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features like favorites and preferences.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Objection: Object to the processing of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your information in a portable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. We take appropriate measures to ensure your information receives adequate protection.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

11. Changes to This Privacy 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. Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Our Commitment to Language Learners

NativeWords is a community-supported, non-profit initiative. We do not sell user data, and our primary goal is to provide free, accessible language learning resources. Any data we collect is solely used to improve the learning experience and maintain the platform.

Your privacy and the preservation of native languages are equally important to us.

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