Overview
Welcome to Dictionary's Privacy Center. This document outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, disclosure, and protection of your personal information when you use our dictionary platform, mobile applications, API services, and related features.
We design our systems with privacy in mind, implementing data minimization, encryption, and transparent controls so you maintain ownership of your information.
Information We Collect
We collect information directly from you, automatically through our services, and from third-party integrations. The categories include:
- Account Information: Name, email address, password, and profile preferences when you create an account.
- Usage Data: Search queries, viewed definitions, saved words, browsing patterns, and feature interactions.
- Device & Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and crash logs.
- Communication Records: Support tickets, feedback submissions, and correspondence with our team.
How We Use Information
Your information enables us to provide, improve, and secure the Dictionary platform. Specific purposes include:
- Delivering accurate definitions, translations, and pronunciation features
- Personalizing word suggestions, study plans, and learning recommendations
- Maintaining account security and preventing fraudulent activity
- Analyzing platform performance and optimizing search algorithms
- Communicating service updates, policy changes, and support responses
We may process data for legitimate business interests, but we will always provide opt-out mechanisms where legally required.
Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: Trusted third parties assisting with hosting, analytics, payment processing, and customer support, bound by strict data processing agreements.
- Legal Compliance: When required by law, court order, or regulatory authority to protect rights, safety, or property.
- Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales, with notice to affected users.
- Aggregated/Anonymous Data: De-identified statistics shared for research, product development, or public reporting.
Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal data
- Export your data in a machine-readable format
- Object to or restrict certain processing activities
- Withdraw consent for optional data collection at any time
- Request information about automated decision-making
To exercise these rights, visit your account settings under Privacy & Data, or contact our Data Protection team. We will respond to verified requests within 30 days.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard technical and organizational measures to protect your information:
- End-to-end TLS 1.3 encryption for data in transit
- AES-256 encryption for sensitive data at rest
- Regular security audits, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments
- Strict access controls and employee training on data handling
- Incident response protocols with mandatory breach notification within 72 hours where required
While we strive to protect your data, no internet-based service is completely secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and enable two-factor authentication.
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to ensure platform functionality, remember preferences, and analyze usage patterns. Categories include:
- Essential: Required for authentication, security, and core functionality.
- Functional: Remember language preferences, theme settings, and saved word lists.
- Analytics: Help us understand traffic patterns and improve performance (processed anonymously).
- Marketing: Used only with explicit consent to deliver relevant content.
Manage your preferences anytime via the Cookie Settings banner or browser controls. Disabling essential cookies may limit certain features.
Children's Privacy
Dictionary is designed for general audiences, including educational use. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or the applicable age of consent in your jurisdiction) without parental consent. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided data, contact us immediately for verification and deletion.
International Data Transfers
Dictionary operates globally and may process data in countries outside your region. When transfers occur, we ensure adequate protection through Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), adequacy decisions, or approved transfer mechanisms compliant with GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable frameworks.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Center to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or business operations. Material changes will be communicated via email or in-app notification at least 14 days before they take effect. The effective date will be updated accordingly.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding your data or this policy, please reach out to our Privacy Team: