Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 12, 2024

PodGlimpse ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our AI-powered podcast summary service.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

When you use PodGlimpse, we may collect:

• Account Information: When you sign in with Google, we receive your name, email address, and profile picture from Google
• Payment Information: Subscription payments are processed by Paddle. We do not store your full credit card number—only transaction IDs and subscription status
• Communication Data: If you contact us for support, we collect the information you provide in your messages

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you access the Service, we automatically collect:

• Usage Data: Podcasts searched, summaries requested, features used
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type
• Log Data: IP address, access times, pages viewed, referring URL
• Cookies: Session cookies for authentication and preferences (see Section 6)

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

• Google: Authentication data when you sign in with Google
• Paddle: Payment and subscription status information
• Analytics Providers: Aggregated usage statistics

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide the Service: Generate and deliver podcast summaries, manage your account
• Process Payments: Handle subscription billing and payment verification
• Communicate: Send summary emails, service updates, and respond to inquiries
• Improve the Service: Analyze usage patterns, fix bugs, develop new features
• Ensure Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

3.1 Service Providers

• Firebase (Google): Authentication and user management
• Paddle: Payment processing and subscription management
• Email Service: Delivery of summary emails
• Cloud Infrastructure: Hosting and data storage (Render)
• Analytics: Google Analytics for usage statistics

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect our rights or property
• Prevent fraud or security threats
• Protect the safety of users or the public

3.3 Business Transfers

If PodGlimpse is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change.

4. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide the Service and maintain your account
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

Specifically:

• Account Data: Retained while your account is active, deleted within 30 days of account deletion request
• Summary History: Retained for the duration of your subscription
• Payment Records: Retained for 7 years for tax and legal compliance
• Log Data: Retained for 90 days

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure authentication via Firebase
• Access controls and authentication for internal systems
• Regular security assessments

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Essential Cookies: Maintain your session and authentication state
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Analytics Cookies: Understand how you use our Service (Google Analytics)

6.1 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of the Service.

6.2 Do Not Track

We do not currently respond to "Do Not Track" browser signals. However, you can opt out of analytics tracking by using browser extensions or privacy tools.

7. Your Rights

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

7.1 Access and Portability

You can request a copy of your personal data in a portable format.

7.2 Correction

You can request correction of inaccurate personal data.

7.3 Deletion

You can request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention requirements.

7.4 Restriction

You can request restriction of processing in certain circumstances.

7.5 Objection

You can object to processing based on legitimate interests.

7.6 Withdraw Consent

Where processing is based on consent, you can withdraw consent at any time.

To exercise these rights, contact us at nimrodmargalit@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.

8. 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.

When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

• Standard Contractual Clauses approved by relevant authorities
• Data processing agreements with service providers

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

10. GDPR Compliance (European Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Legal Basis: We process your data based on: contract performance, legitimate interests, consent, and legal obligations
• Data Protection Authority: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
• Data Protection Officer: For GDPR inquiries, contact us at nimrodmargalit@gmail.com

11. CCPA Compliance (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to Know: Request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell personal information, so this right does not apply
• Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Sending email notification for material changes

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: nimrodmargalit@gmail.com
• Address: PodGlimpse, Israel

For data protection inquiries, we aim to respond within 30 days.