Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 15, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Podcast Later (“we,” “our,” or “us”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy describes the types of information we collect from you, how we use and share it, and the steps we take to protect it.

By using our services (“Services”) or visiting our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our Services.

2. Information We Collect

• Account Information

  • When you create an account, we collect information like your name, email address, and password.
  • If you purchase a subscription, our third-party payment processor collects your payment details.

• Content You Provide

  • We process the URLs you save and the text within those URLs in order to generate audio content for you.

• Usage Data

  • We may log certain information automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, and usage patterns (e.g., how many articles you save). We keep this to a minimum, primarily to monitor service performance.

3. How We Use Your Information

• Service Delivery

  • We convert public URLs you provide into audio files and deliver them through your private podcast feed.

• Account Management

  • We use your information to manage subscriptions, handle billing, send notifications, and respond to support inquiries.

• Service Improvements

  • We analyze general usage trends (e.g., popular features) to improve our Services. We do not use invasive tracking tools to monitor your browsing beyond what is needed to deliver the Services.

• Communication

  • If you opt in, we may send you announcements or newsletters related to Podcast Later. You can unsubscribe at any time.

4. Sharing and Disclosure

• Text-to-Speech Providers

  • We partner with third-party providers to convert text into audio. These providers receive only the article content needed to generate speech; they do not receive your personal account details.

• Payment Processing

  • When you subscribe or make payments, your billing information is securely handled by a third-party payment processor.

• Service Providers

  • We may use other vetted third parties for tasks like email distribution. We share only the minimum necessary data for these tasks.

• Legal Requirements

  • We may disclose your information if required by law, regulation, court order, or to protect our rights and property.

5. Data Security and Retention

• Security Measures

  • We use industry-standard measures (e.g., encryption, secure data centers) to protect your data against unauthorized access.

• Data Retention

  • We keep your account data as long as your account is active or as needed to provide Services. You can request deletion of your personal data any time by contacting us or using the tools in your account page.

6. Your Choices and Rights

• Access and Correction

  • You can view and update your personal information within your account settings.

• Deletion

  • You can delete your account at any time; this will remove your personal information from our systems, except where we have a legal obligation to retain certain data.

• Marketing Communications

  • Our marketing features are opt-in. If you have opted in previously, you can opt out of marketing emails by clicking “unsubscribe” or adjusting your notification preferences.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us to have it removed.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the Effective Date above. Your continued use of our Services signifies your acceptance of any changes.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:

Email: hello@podcastlater.com
Website: podcastlater.com