Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026-06-27
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Canary collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our mobile application.
1. What We Collect
We may collect:
- Email address (for sign-in and beta access)
- Language preference (e.g. French, English)
- Karaoke recordings (only if you tap 'Record' – stored locally for now)
- Saved vocabulary (words you tap or save in-app)
- Basic device data (for crash reports, TestFlight analytics)
2. How We Use It
We use your data:
- To help you track your progress and vocabulary
- To improve app performance and UX
- To identify bugs or usability issues during beta testing
Your recordings are NOT shared or used for training AI models. They are stored locally on your device and not uploaded to our servers (yet).
3. International Use (GDPR)
If you're in the EU or UK, please note:
- We process minimal personal data under GDPR's "legitimate interest" during beta.
- Data may be processed outside the EU (e.g., in the US via Firebase/Google Cloud).
- When we launch fully, we'll implement proper safeguards like Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for cross-border data transfers.
4. Your Rights (EU/UK Users)
You can request:
- Access or deletion of your data
- Correction of incorrect info
- Withdrawal from the beta at any time
Just email us at team@laxir.us
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
6. Third-Party Services
Our app integrates with third-party services including:
- YouTube: Subject to Google's Privacy Policy
- Translation APIs: Subject to respective provider privacy policies
- Firebase/Google Cloud: For analytics and crash reporting
7. Children's Privacy
Our app is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the app and updating the "Last Updated" date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: team@laxir.us
By using the Canary App, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.