Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

AIDiffChecker Software Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website aidiffchecker.com and use our text comparison services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Create an account or register for our services
• Contact us through our contact form or email
• Subscribe to our newsletter or marketing communications
• Participate in surveys or provide feedback

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you choose to provide.

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information when you visit, use, or navigate our Service. This information may include:

• Device information (computer, mobile device, browser type, operating system)
• IP address and general location information
• Usage patterns and preferences
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation paths
• Referral sources and search terms used to find our Service

2.3 File Content

When you use our text comparison service, you may upload documents or text files. We want to be transparent about how we handle this content:

• Files are processed locally in your browser whenever possible
• Temporary server processing may occur for large files or complex comparisons
• Files are not permanently stored unless you explicitly save them to your account
• We do not access, read, or analyze your file content for any purpose other than providing the comparison service

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• Providing, operating, and maintaining our Service
• Improving, personalizing, and expanding our Service
• Understanding and analyzing how you use our Service
• Developing new products, services, features, and functionality
• Communicating with you for customer service, updates, and marketing purposes
• Processing your transactions and managing your account
• Detecting, preventing, and addressing technical issues and security vulnerabilities
• Complying with legal obligations and protecting our rights

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

• Cloud hosting and infrastructure providers
• Analytics and performance monitoring services
• Customer support and communication tools
• Payment processing services

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities, such as a court or government agency.

4.3 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 against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Employee training on data protection practices
• Incident response procedures

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Specifically:

• Account information is retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after account closure
• Usage data and analytics information may be retained for up to 2 years
• Files uploaded for comparison are deleted immediately after processing unless saved to your account
• Saved comparisons are retained according to your account settings
• Communication records are retained for customer service purposes

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 General Rights

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your information in a portable format
• Objection: Object to certain processing of your information

7.2 California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect and how we use it, and the right to request deletion of your personal information.

7.3 European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, object to processing, and data portability.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Service. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Provide personalized content and advertisements
• Improve our Service's functionality and performance

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Service.

9. Third-Party Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any information.

We may use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to help understand how our Service is used. These services may collect information about your use of our Service and other websites.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from children under 13 without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws than your jurisdiction.

When we transfer your information internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards to ensure your information receives an adequate level of protection.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy
• Sending you an email notification (if you have provided your email address)

Your continued use of our Service after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your personal information, or our privacy practices, please contact us: