Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 14, 2026
At StringLocal, accessible from stringlocal.com, one of our main priorities is the privacy of our visitors and users. This Privacy Policy document contains types of information that is collected and recorded by StringLocal and how we use it.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide better services to all our users. This includes:
- Personal Information: When you register for an account, we may ask for your contact information, including items such as your name and email address.
- Usage Data: We automatically collect information on how the Service is accessed and used (e.g., page views, time spent, browser type).
- Uploaded Content: We process your uploaded files (e.g., `Localizable.xcstrings`) solely for the purpose of translation. We do not use your proprietary content to train public AI models.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect in various ways, including to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain our website and translation services.
- Improve, personalize, and expand our website.
- Process your transactions and manage your subscription.
- Send you emails regarding your account, updates, or marketing communications (which you can opt-out of).
3. Third-Party Services & Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. However, we share data with trusted third-party service providers necessary to operate our business:
- OpenAI: Used as the underlying engine for generating translations.
- Stripe: Used for secure payment processing. We do not store your credit card details on our servers.
- Google Analytics & Google Ads: We use Google Analytics to understand how our website is used and Google Ads to deliver relevant advertising. These services may use cookies and similar technologies to collect data about your browsing behavior.
4. Cookies and Web Beacons
Like any other website, StringLocal uses "cookies". These cookies are used to store information including visitors' preferences, and the pages on the website that the visitor accessed or visited.
You can choose to disable cookies through your individual browser options. However, this may affect your ability to use certain features of our website (such as staying logged in).
5. Account Deletion & Data Retention
Your Control: You have the right to delete your account at any time.
- Deletion Process: You can request account deletion directly from your dashboard settings or by contacting support.
- Effect of Deletion: Upon deletion, your account, personal information, and all project history will be permanently removed from our databases. This action is irreversible.
6. Security
We value your trust in providing us your Personal Information, thus we are striving to use commercially acceptable means of protecting it. But remember that no method of transmission over the internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure and reliable, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions or suggestions about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us.