Privacy Policy for Shhush: Baby Cry Translator
Effective Date: 20/10/2024
At Shhush, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled securely and responsibly. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application, Shhush: Baby Cry Translator (the "App").
1. Information We Collect
When you use the Shhush App, we may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Basic account information such as your email address, name, and other profile details if you choose to create an account.
- Audio Data: We collect audio recordings of your baby's cries through the App to analyze and provide insights on the type of cry (hunger, discomfort, tiredness, etc.).
- Device Information: Information such as your device's model, operating system, and unique device identifiers to help improve app functionality and performance.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected through the App for the following purposes:
- To Provide Services: We use audio data to analyze your baby's cries and deliver personalized feedback and recommendations.
- To Improve Our AI Models: Audio recordings submitted by users may be retained and used to enhance and improve our machine learning models, enabling more accurate cry recognition for future users.
- To Communicate with You: We may use your contact information to send you important updates about the app, including changes to our policies, new features, and support communications.
- For Analytics and Research: We may use anonymized and aggregated data for analytics and research to understand better how users interact with the App and improve the overall experience.
3. Audio Data Retention and Use for AI Training
By using the App, you agree that the audio recordings of your baby's cries may be stored and used to train and improve our neural networks. These recordings are processed in a way that ensures your privacy is maintained and that the data is anonymized when used for machine learning purposes. We take strict measures to safeguard this data and ensure it is used responsibly and securely.
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information under the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share your data with third-party service providers who assist in the operation of the App (e.g., cloud storage or analytics providers), but only to the extent necessary to provide the services.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, or if we believe such action is necessary to comply with legal obligations or protect the rights, property, or safety of Shhush, our users, or others.
5. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. All personal and audio data is encrypted both in transit and at rest.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and Update Your Data: You can access and update your personal information through your account settings.
- Request Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data, including any stored audio recordings, by contacting us at the email address below. Note that deleting your data may affect your ability to use certain features of the App.
- Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent to collecting and using your data at any time by disabling the relevant features in the App settings or uninstalling the App.
7. Changes to the Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be communicated through the App or via email. Please review the Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your data.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Alex Shatalin [email protected]
Thank you for using Shhush: Baby Cry Translator. We are committed to providing a safe and helpful experience while respecting your privacy.