1. Information We Collect

We collect the following information when you use Explain It Simply:

Account Information: Name, email address, and profile photo (if signing in via Google).
Usage Data: Search queries, saved explanations, and interaction history (only for logged-in users).
Device Data: Browser type, operating system, and general location (country-level) for analytics.

2. How We Use Your Information

To provide and improve the Service
To save your explanations and search history
To personalize your experience
To communicate important updates about the Service

3. Data Storage

Your data is stored securely using Supabase, which provides industry-standard encryption and security. Data is stored in secure cloud infrastructure with Row Level Security (RLS) enabled, meaning only you can access your own data.

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

Supabase: Database and authentication provider
Google OAuth: Sign-in with Google
Google Gemini / Groq: AI explanation generation

Each of these services has their own privacy policies governing data they collect.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We may share anonymized, aggregated data for analytics and service improvement.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access: View all your stored data through your Profile
Delete: Delete individual explanations or your entire account
Export: Export your explanations as PDF, text, or markdown
Correct: Update your profile information at any time

7. Account & Data Deletion

You can delete your account at any time from your Profile settings. When you delete your account:

Your profile information is permanently deleted
All saved explanations are permanently deleted
All search history is permanently deleted
Your authentication credentials are removed

This action is irreversible. You can also request data deletion by visiting our Account Deletion page.

8. Cookies

We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. We do not use tracking or advertising cookies.

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is intended for users of all ages as an educational tool. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify registered users of significant changes via email.

11. Contact

For privacy-related questions, visit our Contact page.