Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 12, 2025 • Version 1.1

How we collect, use, and protect your information.

1. Overview

LighTL ("we," "us," "our") operates a translation service. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our Service.

By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account Information

We collect information when you create an account, including:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Profile information (when using third-party authentication)

If you use third-party authentication providers, we do not store your passwords. Authentication is handled by your chosen provider.

2.2 User Content

We collect and store content you upload to the Service, including:

  • Source text (novels, chapters)
  • Translation preferences and custom instructions
  • Generated translations
  • Revision history

2.3 Payment Information

Payment processing is handled by third-party payment processors. We do not store your credit card information. Payment processors collect:

  • Payment card details
  • Billing address
  • Transaction history

We receive confirmation of successful payments and transaction IDs from payment processors, but not your full payment card details.

2.4 Usage Information

We automatically collect information about how you use the Service:

  • Credit consumption and transaction history
  • Feature usage patterns
  • Error logs and diagnostic information

2.5 Technical Information

We may collect technical information such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Access times and dates

2.6 Advertising Data

When you arrive at our site from an advertisement, we collect advertising identifiers and campaign parameters to measure advertising effectiveness. This information is stored when you register for an account.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

3.1 Providing the Service

  • Processing your content through AI translation systems
  • Storing your translations and project data
  • Managing your account and credits
  • Processing payments

3.2 Service Improvement

  • Analyzing usage patterns to improve features
  • Troubleshooting technical issues
  • Monitoring service performance and reliability

3.3 Communication

  • Sending service-related notifications
  • Responding to support requests
  • Notifying you of changes to our Terms or Privacy Policy

3.4 What We Don't Do

We do not train AI models on your content. Your uploaded novels and generated translations are used solely to provide the translation service to you. We do not use your content for any other purpose.

4. Information Sharing

We share your information with third parties only as described below:

4.1 Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf:

  • AI Providers: Your content is transmitted to third-party AI providers to perform translation services
  • Payment Processors: Payment information is processed by third-party payment processors according to their privacy policies
  • Authentication Providers: Third-party authentication providers, if you choose to use them for login
  • Advertising Platforms: We share email addresses and advertising identifiers with advertising platforms to measure conversion effectiveness

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

4.3 Business Transfers

If LighTL is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred. We will provide notice before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

4.4 What We Don't Share

We do not:

  • Sell your personal information to third parties
  • Share your content publicly or with other users
  • Use your content for advertising or marketing purposes

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy.

5.1 Account Data

We retain your account information and content while your account is active. If your account is terminated, we may retain data for a reasonable period for backup and technical purposes, but we have no obligation to do so.

5.2 Payment Records

We retain payment transaction records for accounting and tax compliance purposes, typically for several years as required by law.

5.3 Deletion Requests

You may request deletion of your data by contacting us. We will comply with deletion requests except where we are required to retain information for legal or legitimate business purposes.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

If you discover a security vulnerability, please contact us immediately at support@lightl.net.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 Access and Portability

You have the right to access your personal information and request a copy in a portable format.

7.2 Correction

You have the right to correct inaccurate personal information.

7.3 Deletion

You have the right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.

7.4 Objection and Restriction

You may have the right to object to or restrict certain processing of your information.

7.5 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at support@lightl.net. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.

8. International 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 are different from the laws of your country.

By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to other countries, including countries that may not provide the same level of data protection as your country of residence.

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to maintain your session and improve your experience.

9.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function and cannot be disabled. They include:

  • Authentication and session management
  • Security and fraud prevention

9.2 Marketing Cookies

We use third-party cookies to measure advertising effectiveness. These services may collect information about your visit, including page views and interactions.

9.3 Your Choices

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Disabling essential cookies will prevent you from using the Service.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do:

  • We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
  • We will increment the version number
  • We will notify you via email at the address associated with your account

Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact us at:

Email: support@lightl.net

We generally respond within 48 hours.

Your Privacy

By using LighTL, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

Last Updated: November 12, 2025 • Version 1.1