Your Rights & Choices
At Dictionary, we believe transparency is foundational. This page outlines your legal rights regarding your personal data and how you can manage your preferences.
π Right to Access
You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you. This includes information about how your data is being processed, the categories of data collected, and the recipients it has been shared with.
βοΈ Right to Rectification
If any personal data we hold about you is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request that we correct or complete it without undue delay.
- Update your profile information directly in Account Settings
- Contact support for backend data corrections
ποΈ Right to Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten")
You may request the deletion of your personal data when it is no longer necessary for the purpose it was collected, you withdraw consent, or you object to processing. Note that we may retain certain data to comply with legal obligations or prevent fraud.
βΈοΈ Right to Restrict Processing
You can request that we temporarily stop processing your personal data in specific circumstances, such as when you contest its accuracy or object to processing, while we verify your claim.
π¦ Right to Data Portability
You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format (e.g., JSON or CSV), and to transmit it to another controller where technically feasible.
π« Right to Object
You may object to the processing of your personal data based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes. We will cease processing immediately unless we demonstrate compelling legitimate grounds that override your interests.
π Right to Withdraw Consent
Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time. Withdrawal will not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
πͺ Cookie Preferences & Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content. You can manage your preferences at any time.
π How to Exercise Your Rights
We are committed to making it easy to exercise your rights. You can:
- Log into your Account Settings and navigate to "Privacy & Data"
- Send a request to privacy@dictionary.com
- Contact our Data Protection Officer directly using the details below
All requests are free of charge. We may ask for verification to protect your account. We aim to respond within 30 days, though complex requests may take up to 60 days.
Contact Our Data Protection Team
If you have questions about this policy or wish to exercise your rights, please reach out to us:
123 Language Ave, Suite 400
San Francisco, CA 94107