Privacy Policy

App: thoughts2Notes  |  Last Updated: 30-12-2025

This Privacy Policy explains how thoughts2Notes (“we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, shares, and protects information when you use the thoughts2Notes mobile application (the “App”).

By using the App, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.

1. Summary

Important: If you record other people, you are responsible for obtaining their consent and complying with applicable recording and privacy laws.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Content You Create or Upload

2.2 Device & Usage Information

We may collect technical information to operate, secure, and improve the App, such as:

2.3 Account Information (If Applicable)

If you create an account or sign in, we may collect information such as your email address or sign-in provider identifier. Optional

2.4 Payments & Subscriptions (If Applicable)

If you purchase subscriptions via Apple In-App Purchase, Apple processes the payment. We may receive limited information such as subscription status (active/expired) and product identifiers, but we do not receive your full payment card details. Optional

3. How We Use Information

We use information to:

4. How Audio and Text Are Processed (OpenAI)

To deliver transcription and enhancement features, the App transmits your audio and/or text to third-party AI service providers, including OpenAI, for processing. The provider returns transcription and/or enhanced text to the App.

We do not control third-party providers’ systems. Their processing may be governed by their own terms and policies. We encourage you to review the relevant provider documentation.

Tip: Avoid uploading sensitive personal information (e.g., financial account numbers, highly sensitive medical data) unless you truly need it in your notes.

5. Sharing of Information

We may share information in the following circumstances:

5.1 Service Providers

5.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect rights, safety, and security of users, the public, or our services.

5.3 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, financing, or sale of assets, information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will provide notice if required by law.

5.4 We Do Not Sell Your Data

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

6. Permissions (iOS)

The App may request the following permissions:

You can manage permissions in iOS Settings at any time.

7. Data Retention

We do not retain User Content (audio, transcripts, enhanced text).

8. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. You use the App at your own risk.

9. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on where you live, you may have rights such as:

You can request help with these rights by contacting us at: charanghumman@gmail.com.

Deletion: If you delete content within the App, it may also be removed from our active systems. Some limited information may persist in backups for a short period, or as required by law.

10. Children’s Privacy

The App is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information, contact us and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

11. International Data Transfers

If you use the App from outside the country where our servers or service providers are located, your information may be transferred and processed in other countries, which may have different data protection laws than your country.

12. Third-Party Links

The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. We recommend reviewing their policies.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will update the “Last Updated” date above. Your continued use of the App after changes means you accept the updated Privacy Policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions or requests about privacy, contact:

15. App Store / Apple Notes

Apple is not responsible for the App’s data handling practices. This Privacy Policy is provided by thoughts2Notes and governs how we handle information in relation to the App.

16. Quick Data Table (For Clarity)

Category Examples Why We Use It Shared With
User Content Audio, transcript, enhanced notes Provide transcription + enhancement OpenAI (processing)
Device & Usage App version, OS version, crash logs Stability, performance, debugging Analytics/crash providers (if used)
Account (optional) Email / sign-in identifier Authentication, sync, support Auth providers (if used)
Purchases (optional) Subscription status, product ID Enable paid features Apple In-App Purchase