Last Updated: June 30, 2025
Welcome to transcribe, a transcription service that converts audio to text using third-party APIs. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we handle your data. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, with whom we share it, and your rights regarding your data.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following information when you use our app:
- Google Account Information: When you sign in with your Google account, we collect your email address, name, profile picture, Google ID, and profile URL to authenticate your account. This information is not stored on our servers beyond what is necessary for authentication.
- Audio Data: Temporarily processed to provide transcription services but not stored on our servers.
2. How We Collect Information
- Google Account Information: Collected when you sign in to our app using Google Sign-In, as part of the authentication process.
- Audio Data: Collected when you upload or record audio for transcription, processed solely by third-party services.
3. Why We Collect Information
We collect information for the following purposes:
- Google Account Information: To authenticate users, manage accounts, and provide access to our services.
- Audio Data: To facilitate transcription services through third-party APIs.
4. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used to:
- Authenticate your identity and provide access to our transcription services.
- Process audio data through third-party APIs to deliver transcriptions.
- Respond to user inquiries or support requests.
5. Sharing Your Information
We do not store audio or transcription data on our servers. However, we share data with third-party services to provide our transcription functionality:
- Google Cloud Speech-to-Text: Processes audio data for transcription. See their Privacy Policy for details.
- Deepgram: Processes audio data for transcription. See their Privacy Policy for details.
- Google Sign-In: Handles authentication and may collect data as per Google's Privacy Policy.
We do not share your Google account information with third parties except as necessary for authentication or as required by law.
6. Data Retention and Deletion
- Google Account Information: We do not store your Google account details (email, name, profile picture, Google ID, profile URL) on our servers. Authentication is handled by Google's services, and we only use temporary tokens to verify your identity.
- Audio and Transcription Data: Not stored on our servers. Audio is temporarily processed by Google STT and Deepgram, and we do not retain any copies.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you (limited, as we do not store personal data).
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account data, though no personal data is stored on our servers.
- Opt-Out: Revoke access by signing out of Google Sign-In or managing connected apps in your Google Account settings at Google Account.
To exercise these rights, contact us at transcribe-support@googlegroups.com.
8. Third-Party Services
Our app uses third-party APIs for transcription and authentication:
- Google Cloud Speech-to-Text: Governed by Google's privacy and data logging policies.
- Deepgram: Compliant with GDPR, CCPA, and SOC 2 Type II standards.
- Google Sign-In: Used for authentication, governed by Google's privacy policies.
We ensure these services meet privacy requirements, but we encourage you to review their policies.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes via email or a prominent notice in the app. The latest version will always be available in the app.
10. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at transcribe-support@googlegroups.com.