Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 2026

ChatMandarin ("we", "us", "our") operates the website chatmandarin.cc and related services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Information We Collect

  • Account information: Email address, display name, authentication tokens (managed by Supabase Auth).
  • Learning data: Your HSK level, conversation transcripts, scores, mistakes, and progress data.
  • Audio data: Voice recordings are processed in real-time for speech recognition. We do NOT store your voice recordings unless you explicitly submit an HSKK mock test.
  • Usage data: Browser type, device information, approximate location (country-level), and interaction logs.

How We Use Your Data

  • To provide AI-powered Chinese conversation practice and feedback.
  • To track your learning progress and personalize your experience.
  • To process subscription payments (via Creem, our Merchant of Record).
  • To improve our services through aggregated analytics.

Third-Party Services

  • Supabase (Netherlands) — Authentication and database hosting.
  • DeepSeek (China) — AI language model for conversation generation.
  • Volcengine (China) — Speech recognition and text-to-speech.
  • Creem — Payment processing (Merchant of Record).
  • Cloudflare (USA) — Web hosting, CDN, and security.

Data Storage & Security

Your data is encrypted in transit (TLS) and at rest. Access is controlled via Row Level Security (RLS) policies — you can only access your own data.

Your Rights

  • Access: You can view all your data in the app.
  • Deletion: You can delete your account and all associated data at any time by emailing hello@chatmandarin.cc.
  • Export: You can request a data export (JSON/CSV) of all your information.
  • Opt-out: You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time.

GDPR & CCPA Compliance

We comply with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). For data deletion or export requests, contact hello@chatmandarin.cc.

Children's Privacy

ChatMandarin is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Contact

For privacy questions or requests, email: hello@chatmandarin.cc