Your Privacy Matters
Bharat Ki Awaaz is designed with privacy as a core principle.
- We process translations directly on your device whenever possible.
- We do not sell personal information.
- We do not use translation content for advertising.
- We do not share personal information with advertisers.
- You remain in control of your data at all times.
Information We Collect
We collect the minimum information required to operate the service:
- No account registration is required to use core translation features.
- No usernames or passwords are required for offline translation.
- Basic device information (model, OS version, app version) for crash diagnostics and compatibility.
- Anonymous usage statistics (e.g. which features are used) — only if you opt in.
Translation text, voice recordings, camera images, and translation history remain on your device by default.
Information We Do Not Sell
- We do not sell personal information to third parties.
- We do not trade user information.
- We do not rent user information.
- We never share translation content with advertisers or data brokers.
Data Storage
- Translation content is processed locally on your device.
- Translation text is not stored on our external servers.
- Voice recordings are not permanently stored by us.
- Camera images used for visual translation are not uploaded to our servers.
- You can delete your local translation history at any time from the app settings.
How We Use Information
- Information is used only to provide and improve translation functionality.
- Information is not used for targeted advertising.
- Information is not used to build advertising profiles about you.
- Anonymous diagnostics help us fix bugs and improve language quality.
Data Sharing
We share data only in these limited situations:
- With service providers strictly necessary for app operation (e.g. crash reporting), under contractual confidentiality.
- When required by Indian law, valid legal process, or to protect user safety.
- Aggregated, anonymous statistics that cannot identify any individual.
Security
- Local on-device processing for translation by default.
- Encrypted communications (HTTPS/TLS) when network access is used.
- Industry-standard security practices for storage and transmission.
- Regular updates and security improvements.
Children's Privacy
The service is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children. Parents and guardians may contact our support team regarding any privacy concerns relating to a minor's use of the app.
Your Rights
- Right to access information we hold about you.
- Right to request deletion of personal information where applicable.
- Right to contact support with any privacy question.
- Right to understand how your information is handled.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated through the app or our website. Continued use of the service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Information
For support, please use the in-app help section or reach out through our official channels.
