At HumanizeThisAI ("we," "our," or "us"), we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our AI text humanization service at humanizethisai.com (the "Service"). Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and authentication credentials through Google OAuth.
Payment Information: When you subscribe to a paid plan, payment processing is handled by Stripe. We do not store your full credit card details on our servers.
Text Content: The text you submit for humanization is processed in real-time and is not stored on our servers after processing is complete.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with our Service, including pages visited, features used, and time spent on the platform.
Device Information: We may collect information about your device, including browser type, operating system, and IP address.
Analytics: We use PostHog for product analytics to understand how users interact with our Service and improve user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To provide, maintain, and improve our Service
To process transactions and manage your subscription
To send you service-related communications and updates
To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
To analyze usage patterns and optimize our Service
To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraudulent activity
To comply with legal obligations

3. Text Processing and Data Retention

Your Content Is Not Stored

Text submitted for humanization is processed in real-time and immediately deleted from our systems after processing. We do not store, log, or retain your text content. We do not use your submitted content to train AI models.

Account information and usage data are retained for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with our Service. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: We work with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Service, including:
- Supabase (database and authentication)
- Stripe (payment processing)
- PostHog (analytics)
- Vercel/Netlify (hosting)
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Data Security

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

Encryption of data in transit using TLS/SSL
Secure authentication through OAuth 2.0
Regular security assessments and updates
Access controls limiting employee access to personal data

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. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain 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
Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us through our website.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

Maintain your session and authentication state
Remember your preferences
Analyze usage patterns to improve our Service
Provide personalized experiences

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Service.

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. By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your data remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 13 (or 16 in the European Economic Area). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

10. GDPR Compliance (For EEA Users)

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

Right to object to processing of your personal data
Right to restrict processing of your personal data
Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Our legal basis for processing your personal data includes: performance of a contract, legitimate interests, and consent where applicable.

11. CCPA Compliance (For California Residents)

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

Right to know what personal information we collect and how it is used
Right to delete your personal information
Right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal information)
Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our website:

HumanizeThisAI

Website: humanizethisai.com