Privacy Policy

1. Data Controller Information

The data controller responsible for the processing of personal data on this website within the meaning of the GDPR is:

2. Information We Collect

We collect minimal information necessary to deliver and improve our educational video search service:

• Server Log Data: When you access our website, our web servers automatically log technical data such as your IP address (anonymized/truncated where feasible), browser type and version, operating system, referrer URL, pages visited, and timestamp of the server request. This data is processed based on Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest in security and stability).
• Search Queries: Search terms you enter to look up pronunciation clips are processed in real time by our search backend to return accurate timestamps. We do not link search terms to your personal identity.
• Contact Form Data: If you contact us via our contact form or email, we collect your name, email address, and message content solely to respond to your inquiry (Art. 6(1)(b) and Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR).

3. Cookies & Advertising (Google AdSense)

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser. We use cookies and similar storage technologies for the following purposes:

4. YouTube API Services & Embedded Players

SayItVid utilizes the official YouTube Embedded Player to display educational pronunciation video clips. By utilizing these video playback features on our site, you acknowledge and agree that:

• You are bound by the YouTube Terms of Service .
• Your playback interaction is subject to the Google Privacy Policy .
• We use privacy-enhanced video embedding domains (youtube-nocookie.com) where applicable to minimize third-party tracking until active video playback is initiated.

5. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR Art. 6)

We process personal data in accordance with the following legal bases:

6. Your Data Protection Rights

Under the GDPR and CCPA, you are entitled to the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to Access (Art. 15 GDPR): Request confirmation and copies of your personal data held by us.
• Right to Rectification (Art. 16 GDPR): Request correction of inaccurate personal data.
• Right to Erasure (Art. 17 GDPR): Request deletion of your data (“Right to be Forgotten”).
• Right to Restriction (Art. 18 GDPR): Request restriction of processing under certain legal conditions.
• Right to Data Portability (Art. 20 GDPR): Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Right to Object (Art. 21 GDPR): Object at any time to processing based on legitimate interests.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a competent Data Protection Supervisory Authority.

7. Data Security & Children's Privacy

We implement industry-standard SSL/TLS encryption across all site traffic to protect data transmission. Our website is not intended for or directed to children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect technological, legal, or operational modifications. Changes become effective immediately upon publication on this page with an updated revision date.