LanguageTool Privacy Policy

Implications

• Texts sent for review via add-ons are not saved, enhancing privacy.
• Data may be shared with third-party service providers like OpenAI and Aleph Alpha for processing.
• Cookies are used to improve user experience, but consent is required for non-essential cookies.
• Personal data may be stored on servers outside the EU, potentially subject to different data protection laws.
• Users can disable the collection of statistics in account settings.
• Data may be shared with social media platforms for advertising purposes.
• Users have the right to access, correct, and delete their personal data.
• Data collected for machine learning purposes may be stored and used to improve services.
• Data retention periods are specified, with some data stored for up to 24 months.
• If you use the "Rephrasing" feature, your data may be stored by third-party providers like OpenAI.
• LanguageTool Enterprise customers can disable data storage for machine learning.
• Data processing is based on legitimate interests, consent, or contractual necessity.
• Your IP address and other data may be shared with third-party analytics services like Google Analytics.
• Users can opt-out of data collection for advertising and analytics purposes.
• Payment processing involves sharing data with services like PayPal, Stripe, and GoCardless.
• Social media interactions may result in data sharing with platforms like Facebook and TikTok.
• Data protection officer contact information is provided for inquiries.
• Data may be shared with third-party tools for website optimization and economic operation.
• Users can revoke consent for data processing at any time.
• The privacy policy is subject to change, with the latest modification date provided.

Data Collection

• IP address
• Email address
• First and last name
• Browser language and version
• Operating system and interface
• Referrer URL
• Date and time of server request
• Time zone difference from GMT
• Data volume transferred
• Access status/HTTP status code
• Text length and language
• Number and type of errors detected
• Payment information

Things to watch out for

• Data may be shared with third-party service providers, potentially outside the EU.
• Using the "Rephrasing" feature involves sending data to OpenAI, which may store it.
• Social media interactions may result in data sharing with platforms like Facebook and TikTok.
• Data collected for machine learning purposes may be stored and used to improve services.

FAQs

What personal data does LanguageTool collect?

LanguageTool collects data such as IP address, email address, text length, language, and error types, among others.

Can I opt-out of data collection for analytics and advertising?

Yes, users can opt-out of data collection for analytics and advertising purposes through account settings or specific opt-out links.

Where is my data stored?

Data is stored on servers in Germany, with some data potentially processed by third-party providers outside the EU.