Your privacy matters. Snowwords helps you learn vocabulary while respecting your privacy. We only collect the data needed to make vocabulary learning work.
01Information we collect
Information you provide
- Selected text: words and phrases you choose to add to your vocabulary
- Account information: when you log into your Snowwords account through the extension
- Learning preferences: settings you configure within the extension
Information collected automatically
- Usage statistics: number of words added, learning progress, and study streaks
- Technical data: extension version and browser type (for compatibility)
02How we use your information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide AI-powered definitions for words you select
- Sync your vocabulary across devices through your Snowwords account
- Track your learning progress and provide statistics
- Improve the extension’s functionality and user experience
- Provide customer support when requested
03Information sharing and disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
Your information may be shared only in these limited circumstances:
- Service providers: trusted partners who help us operate the Snowwords platform (for example, cloud hosting and AI definition services)
- Legal requirements: when required by law or to protect our legal rights
- Business transfer: in the event of a merger or acquisition (users will be notified)
04Data storage and security
- Local storage: some data is stored locally in your browser for offline access and performance
- Secure transmission: all data is transmitted using HTTPS encryption
- Data retention: we keep your vocabulary data as long as your account is active
- Security measures: we follow industry-standard security practices to protect your data
05Your rights and choices
You have the right to:
- Access: view all vocabulary data associated with your account
- Update: change or correct your vocabulary and account information
- Delete: remove words from your vocabulary or delete your entire account
- Export: download your vocabulary data in a portable format
- Opt out: disable the extension at any time in your browser settings
06Cookies and local storage
The extension uses:
- Essential cookies: for authentication and core functionality
- Local storage: to cache vocabulary data and user preferences
- No tracking cookies: we do not use cookies for advertising or tracking across websites
07Children’s privacy
The Snowwords extension is suitable for users of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
08International users
If you use the extension from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where our servers are located.
09Changes to this privacy policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. When we do:
- We will post the updated policy on this page
- We will update the “Last updated” date
- For significant changes, we will notify users through the extension or by email
10Third-party services
The extension integrates with:
- Snowwords platform: for account management and vocabulary sync
- AI definition services: for generating contextual word definitions
These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.