Introduction
DataViz AI ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Chrome extension ("Extension" or "Service").
By using the Extension, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
1. User-Provided Information
- Email Address: When you sign in or subscribe, we collect your email address to manage your account and subscription.
- Payment Information: Payment processing is handled securely by Stripe. We do not store credit card numbers or payment details. We only receive the last 4 digits of your card for verification purposes.
- Screenshots and Images: When you use the "Select Area" feature or upload documents, you provide images containing tables, charts, formulas, or other data for processing.
2. Automatically Collected Information
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you use the Extension, including:
- Number of extractions performed
- Types of data extracted (tables, charts, formulas)
- Subscription plan status
- Feature usage patterns
- Device Information: We may collect information about your device, including:
- Browser type and version
- Extension version
- Operating system
- Local Storage Data: The Extension stores the following data locally on your device:
- User authentication state
- Subscription plan information
- Extraction history
- User preferences
- Free usage count
3. Website Content
When you use the "Select Area" feature, the Extension captures screenshots of the content you select from web pages. This content is sent to our servers for AI processing and is not stored permanently.
4. User Activity
During the area selection process, the Extension monitors mouse clicks and cursor position to enable the selection tool. This data is used only during the active selection process and is not stored.
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Service Provision: To provide, maintain, and improve the Extension's functionality, including:
- Processing images to extract data
- Converting data to CSV format
- Providing AI-powered explanations of formulas and equations
- Managing your subscription and account
- Communication: To send you:
- Service-related notifications
- Processing status updates
- Important updates about the Extension
- Analytics: To understand how users interact with the Extension and improve our services.
- Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats.
Data Processing and AI Services
Image Processing
When you submit images for analysis, we send them to our secure backend servers, which use Google's Gemini AI service to:
- Extract tabular data from screenshots
- Extract data points from charts and graphs
- Analyze and explain mathematical formulas
- Process PDF documents
Important:
- Images are processed in real-time and are not permanently stored on our servers.
- Images are only sent when you explicitly trigger an extraction.
- All communication is encrypted via HTTPS.
Third-Party AI Services
We use Google's Gemini AI API for image analysis. When you submit images, they are sent to Google's servers for processing. Google's use of your data is governed by their privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Data Storage
Local Storage
The Extension stores data locally on your device using Chrome's storage API:
- User authentication tokens
- Subscription status
- Extraction history
- User preferences
This data remains on your device and is not transmitted to our servers except for authentication and subscription verification.
Server Storage
We store the following information on our secure servers:
- User account information (email address)
- Subscription status and plan details
- Usage statistics (anonymized)
- Processing logs (temporarily, for debugging purposes)
Data Retention
- Images: Images sent for processing are not permanently stored. They are deleted after processing is complete.
- Account Data: We retain your account information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services.
- Usage Data: We retain anonymized usage statistics for analytics purposes.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Extension:
- Stripe: For payment processing (payment data is handled directly by Stripe)
- Google Gemini AI: For AI-powered image analysis
- Hosting Providers: For secure server infrastructure
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information:
- Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using HTTPS/TLS
- Secure Storage: User data is stored on secure servers with access controls
- Payment Security: Payment processing is handled by Stripe, which is PCI DSS compliant
- Regular Updates: We regularly update our security practices and infrastructure
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: You can access your account information through the Extension's settings.
- Correction: You can update your account information at any time.
- Deletion: You can request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us.
- Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a portable format.
- Opt-Out: You can stop using the Extension at any time and uninstall it from your browser.
- Subscription Management: You can cancel your subscription at any time through the Extension or by contacting us.
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
- Email: info@orionventuresltd.com
- Extension: Use the "Manage subscription" feature in the Extension
Children's Privacy
The Extension is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using the Extension, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Notifying you through the Extension or via email (for significant changes)
You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes are effective when they are posted on this page.
California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to Know: You can request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect.
- Right to Delete: You can request deletion of your personal information.
- Right to Opt-Out: You can opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information).
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
GDPR Rights (European Users)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Right of Access: You can request access to your personal data.
- Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate data.
- Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal data.
- Right to Restrict Processing: You can request restriction of processing.
- Right to Data Portability: You can request transfer of your data.
- Right to Object: You can object to processing of your personal data.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: info@orionventuresltd.com
- Website: orionventuresltd.com
Consent
By using the DataViz AI Chrome Extension, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.