Privacy Policy

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Privacy Policy for LeetCode Translator

Effective Date: November 8, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to LeetCode Translator ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Chrome extension designed to translate LeetCode problem descriptions and hints into various languages using the OpenAI GPT API.

2. Information We Collect

a. Personal Data

When you use LeetCode Translator, we collect the following personal data:

• OpenAI API Key: You are required to input your unique OpenAI API key within the extension's options. This key is essential for enabling the translation functionality by communicating with the OpenAI servers to process your translation requests.

• Language Preferences: We collect the language selection you make within the extension to tailor the translation output to your desired language, including but not limited to Korean, French, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, and Japanese.

b. Usage Data

We may collect non-personal information about your interaction with the extension, such as:

• Browser Information: Details about the browser you use, including browser type and version.

• Extension Usage: Information regarding how and when you use the extension features, such as the number of translations performed.

3. How We Use Your Information

We utilize the collected information for the following purposes:

• Providing Translation Services: Your OpenAI API key is used exclusively to send translation requests to the OpenAI API. The selected language preference ensures that translations are delivered in the language you have chosen.

• Enhancing User Experience: Usage data helps us understand how users interact with the extension, enabling us to improve functionality and performance.

• Security and Maintenance: We use collected information to maintain the security of the extension, prevent fraudulent activities, and ensure reliable operation.

4. How We Share Your Information

a. Third-Party Services

• OpenAI API: Your OpenAI API key and the content to be translated are transmitted securely to OpenAI's servers to facilitate the translation process. We do not store or retain any of the content you translate. All translation requests and responses are handled directly between your browser and OpenAI's API servers.

b. Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas).

c. Business Transfers

In the unlikely event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your personal data may be transferred. We will notify you via email and/or a prominent notice on our website of any change in ownership or uses of your personal data, as well as any choices you may have regarding your personal data.

5. Data Storage and Security

a. Local Storage

All sensitive information, including your OpenAI API key and language preferences, is stored locally within your browser's storage. We do not transmit or store this information on our servers or any other external storage systems.

b. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, access controls, and secure data handling practices.

c. Data Retention

Your OpenAI API key and language preferences are retained in your browser's local storage until you choose to delete them by uninstalling the extension or clearing the extension's data from your browser settings.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and Update Your Information: You can view and update your OpenAI API key and language preferences at any time through the extension's options page.

• Delete Your Information: You can remove your OpenAI API key and language preferences by uninstalling the extension or clearing its data from your browser.

• Restrict Processing: You may request that we restrict the processing of your personal data under certain circumstances.

• Object to Processing: You can object to our processing of your personal data, particularly if it relates to direct marketing.

7. Children's Privacy

LeetCode Translator is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal data without parental consent, please contact us, and we will take steps to remove such information.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: ikr@kakao.com

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Additional Considerations

• Transparency: Ensure that users are fully aware of what data is being collected and how it is used. Transparency builds trust and complies with data protection regulations.

• Data Minimization: Collect only the data necessary for the extension's functionality. In this case, only the OpenAI API key and language preferences are required.

• User Consent: By using the extension, users consent to the collection and use of their data as outlined in this Privacy Policy.

• Compliance: Make sure that your Privacy Policy complies with relevant data protection laws, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Union, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for users in California, and other applicable laws based on your user base.

• Regular Updates: Keep the Privacy Policy updated to reflect any changes in your data practices or legal requirements.