Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 8, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Athera ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and related services.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information:

• Email address (for account registration and communication)
• Account credentials (username and encrypted password)
• Educational preferences (qualification level, exam board, subjects)

Usage Information:

• Topics you search for and generate content about
• Generated podcast content and download history
• App usage patterns and interaction data
• Device information and technical specifications

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain our AI-powered podcast generation service
• Personalize content based on your educational preferences
• Improve our AI models and content quality
• Communicate with you about service updates and educational content
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
• Provide customer support and respond to inquiries

4. Payment Information

We use Stripe as our payment processor for premium subscriptions. Stripe securely handles all payment information according to PCI DSS standards. We do not store or have access to your complete payment card details. For more information about Stripe's privacy practices, please visit Stripe's Privacy Policy.

5. Third-Party Services

Our app integrates with the following third-party services:

• OpenAI: For AI content generation and processing
• ElevenLabs: For voice synthesis and audio generation
• Firebase: For authentication and real-time data synchronization
• Google Analytics: For app performance and usage analytics

Each service has its own privacy policy governing the use of your data. We recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except:

• To our trusted service providers who assist in operating our app
• When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• In connection with a business transfer or acquisition
• With your explicit consent

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your personal information
• Opt out of promotional communications
• Request data portability
• Lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities
• Withdraw consent for data processing (where applicable)

8. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication systems
• Secure cloud infrastructure through trusted providers

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is designed for educational use and may be used by students under 18. We take additional precautions when handling information from users under 18, including parental consent requirements where applicable under local laws. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.

10. Contact Information