1. Introduction

Welcome to Explain like I am 5 ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a safe online experience. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use explainlikeiam5.org (the "Service").

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

Topics and Questions: The text you enter to generate explanations
Contact Information: Name and email address when you contact us
Voice Input: Audio data when using voice input (processed locally, not stored)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

Usage data and analytics (via Plausible Analytics)
Browser type and version
Device information
IP address (anonymized)

3. How We Use Your Information

To generate AI-powered explanations for your topics
To improve our Service and user experience
To respond to your inquiries and support requests
To analyze usage patterns and optimize performance
To comply with legal obligations

4. Local Storage

We use browser localStorage to save your explanation history and user preferences (age level, tone, voice selection) directly on your device. This data never leaves your browser unless you explicitly delete it or clear your browser data. We do not have access to this locally stored information.

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share data with:

Third-party AI services: For explanation generation (topics only, no personal data)
Analytics services: Privacy-friendly analytics (anonymized data)
Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use Plausible Analytics, a privacy-focused analytics tool that does not use cookies or collect personal data. No tracking cookies are used on our Service.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Service is designed to be safe for all ages, including children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. Parents and guardians should supervise children's use of the Service.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access and review your data
Delete your locally stored data (via browser settings)
Opt out of analytics
Contact us with privacy concerns

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@explainlikeiam5.org