This Privacy Policy describes how AVAS Company ("we", "us", or "Company") collects, uses, stores, shares, and protects information when you use the LangBridge mobile application and related services on Google Play (collectively, the "Service").
By installing or using LangBridge, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Service.
We collect information in the following categories depending on how you use LangBridge.
| Category | Examples | Purpose | Required / Optional |
|---|---|---|---|
| Account & identity | User ID, display name, nickname, email address, password (stored in hashed form on our servers) | Account creation, sign-in, user identification, subscription or plan management, customer support | Required for registered accounts |
| Device & app identifiers | App-generated device UUID, device model, OS version, app version, IP address, access timestamps | Session security, fraud prevention, multi-device login management, service diagnostics | Required for core service operation |
| Translation & user content | Text you enter for translation, translation results, translation history, language preferences | Provide real-time translation, improve translation quality, restore your settings and history | Required when you use translation features |
| Audio / voice (if enabled) | Voice input used for speech translation or voice chat features | Convert speech to text and provide voice-based translation or communication | Optional — only when you use microphone-based features |
| Social & messaging (if enabled) | Friend requests, friend list, chat messages, unread message counts | Enable friend connections and in-app messaging between users | Optional — only when you use social features |
| Usage & diagnostics | Feature usage logs, error/crash information, performance data | Maintain stability, fix bugs, improve the Service | Collected automatically during normal use |
| Advertising data (if ads are shown) | Advertising ID (GAID/IDFA where applicable), ad interaction data | Display and measure advertisements through Google AdMob | Optional — you may limit ad tracking in your device settings |
| Purchase information (if applicable) | Subscription or in-app purchase status, transaction identifiers from Google Play | Validate purchases, provide paid features, handle refunds per store policy | Required when you make a purchase |
Sensitive data: Translation text, voice input, and chat content may include information you choose to enter. We process this data only to provide the features you request. We do not sell this content to data brokers.
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only as follows:
Your data may be processed in the Republic of Korea, the United States, and other countries where our hosting or API providers operate.
We use HTTPS encryption, access controls, and other safeguards. No method is 100% secure.
LangBridge is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. Contact hanul0202@gmail.com to request deletion.
Google AdMob may collect device identifiers where ads are shown. Android: Settings → Google → Ads to reset your advertising ID. The LangBridge app does not use browser cookies.
We will post updates at this URL. Material changes will be notified at least 7 days before the effective date.