Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

LexiPop ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our Chrome extension and related services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

• Email Address: Required for Pro subscription management and account verification
• Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe (we do not store credit card details)

2.2 Usage Data

• Translation Requests: Text you select for translation (processed temporarily, not stored)
• Usage Statistics: Number of translations used (for quota management)
• Extension Settings: Your language preferences and settings

2.3 Technical Data

• Browser Information: Chrome extension version and basic browser data
• Error Logs: Technical errors for debugging purposes (no personal content)

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Core Services

• Provide translation and educational explanations
• Manage free and Pro subscription quotas
• Process payments and manage billing
• Verify account status and permissions

3.2 Service Improvement

• Improve translation quality and accuracy
• Fix technical issues and bugs
• Develop new features and enhancements

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Third-Party Services

• Stripe: Payment processing (subject to Stripe's privacy policy)
• Vercel: Hosting infrastructure (subject to Vercel's privacy policy)

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law, regulation, or court order.

5. Data Security

• All data transmission is encrypted using HTTPS
• Payment processing handled by PCI-compliant Stripe
• Access to user data is strictly limited to essential personnel
• Regular security updates and monitoring

6. Data Retention

• Account Data: Retained while your account is active
• Translation Content: Not stored permanently; processed in real-time only
• Usage Statistics: Retained for billing and quota management
• Payment Records: Retained as required by law and Stripe's policies

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Account Management

• Access your account information through the extension
• Cancel your subscription at any time
• Update your preferences and settings

7.2 Data Rights

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Portability: Export your data in a structured format

8. Chrome Extension Permissions

LexiPop requests the following permissions:

• Access to all websites (<all_urls>): Required to provide translation services on any webpage you visit
• Storage: Store your preferences and quota information locally
• Context Menus: Add "Translate with LexiPop" to right-click menu
• Active Tab: Access selected text for translation
• Notifications: Inform you about quota limits and subscription status

9. International Users

LexiPop is available globally. Your data may be processed in servers located in different countries, including the United States, in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

10. Children's Privacy

LexiPop is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated through:

• Extension notifications
• Email notifications to subscribers
• Updates to this webpage

12. Cookie Policy

Our website uses minimal cookies:

• Essential cookies: Required for basic website functionality
• Stripe cookies: For payment processing security
• No tracking cookies: We do not use advertising or analytics cookies

14. Legal Basis (EU Users)

Under GDPR, we process your data based on:

• Contract: To provide LexiPop services you've subscribed to
• Consent: For optional features and communications
• Legitimate Interest: For security, fraud prevention, and service improvement
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

This Privacy Policy is effective as of September 22, 2025. LexiPop is committed to transparency and protecting your privacy rights.