Effective Date: October 26, 2025
Numbrate ("we," "us," or "our") operates www.numbrate.com, the Numbrate API, the NUM2TEXT Google Sheets™ Add-on, the CellEncrypt Google Sheets™ Add-on, the CellArchiver Google Sheets™ Add-on, the Storywords Google Chrome™ Add-on, and the Storywords web application located at storywords.numbrate.com (collectively, the "Services").
By using any of our Services, you agree to our Terms of Use, which incorporate this Privacy Policy. We may update this Privacy Policy at any time without notice. Continued use of our Services indicates acceptance of the revised Policy.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you contact us via email, text, or online forms, we may collect your email address and any other information you provide. We use this data solely to respond to your inquiries, and we do not share it with third parties.
Aggregated Server Information
We collect non-personally-identifying data about Website and Add-on usage, including visit frequency, pages viewed, search terms, API usage, referring domains, browser types, and timestamps. Aggregated data helps us improve our Services and may be shared with third parties, but it cannot identify individuals.
IP Addresses
Our servers record IP addresses for technical, performance, and security purposes. IP addresses are not shared with third parties except as required for troubleshooting, abuse prevention, or legal obligations.
2. Cookies
We use cookies to improve functionality and user experience. All calculators and Add-ons remain functional even if cookies are disabled. You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings.
Third-Party Cookies and Tracking
Analytics providers or advertisers may collect non-personal data such as browser type or click activity and may use non-cookie tracking technologies.
3. Website and Add-on Analytics
We use Google Analytics and similar tools to analyze traffic. The information collected is anonymized and cannot identify you. Users may opt out of analytics by:
- Blocking first-party cookies
- Using the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on
4. NUM2TEXT Google Sheets™ Add-on
The NUM2TEXT Add-on processes only the data you select or input for conversion. No spreadsheet data is stored or shared beyond what is required to perform the conversion.
5. CellEncrypt Google Sheets™ Add-on
Data Processing and Storage
- Local Processing: Encryption and decryption happen entirely inside your Google Sheets environment.
- Encrypted Storage: Encrypted values are stored in Script Properties tied to your spreadsheet.
- No Password Storage: Passwords are never permanently stored; temporary caching expires automatically.
- No External Transmission: No spreadsheet content is sent to our servers.
- Account Verification: Only your email may be transmitted to verify subscription status.
User Responsibilities
- Managing encryption passwords
- Understanding passwords cannot be recovered
- Controlling editor permissions
- Maintaining storage limits
6. CellArchiver Google Sheets™ Add-on
Data Processing and Storage
- Local Processing: All data copying and archiving operations occur entirely within your Google Sheets environment using Google Apps Script.
- Configuration Storage: Your archiving configuration (source cells, target columns, schedule settings) is stored in Script Properties tied to your spreadsheet.
- No External Transmission: No spreadsheet content, cell values, or archived data is sent to our servers.
- License Verification: Only your email address may be transmitted to verify license status and trial eligibility.
License and Trial Information
- 90-Day Free Trial: Installation date is stored to track trial period.
- License Keys: License keys are stored locally in your spreadsheet's Script Properties and are not transmitted to external servers.
- Email Usage: Your email is used only for license validation and is not stored on our servers.
User Responsibilities
- Managing license keys and trial period
- Configuring archiving schedules appropriately
- Monitoring archived data storage in target sheets
- Understanding that archived data remains in spreadsheet version history
7. Storywords Google Chrome™ Add-on
The Storywords Chrome Add-on is an interactive storytelling game that optionally uses your microphone to allow voice-based storytelling through speech-to-text.
Microphone Access
- Microphone access is requested only when you start a voice-based game mode.
- You may deny microphone access and still use non-voice features.
How Audio Is Used
- Speech recognition is performed locally using the Chrome Web Speech API.
- No audio is recorded, stored, transmitted, or shared with Numbrate or third parties.
- Only the transcribed text (recognized speech) is used temporarily to advance the game.
Data We Do NOT Collect
- No voice recordings
- No background audio
- No biometric data
- No microphone identifiers
8. Storywords Web App (storywords.numbrate.com)
The Storywords web app offers a browser-based version of the storytelling game, including the optional voice input mode.
Voice Input Processing
- Speech-to-text is performed using your browser's built-in speech recognition capabilities.
- All audio remains on your device and is processed locally.
- Numbrate receives no audio or voice data.
Temporary Use of Transcribed Text
Recognized text is used only during active gameplay and is not stored after the session ends.
9. Your Rights
You may control cookies, analytics, and permission settings at any time. EU residents may exercise GDPR rights by contacting us at numbrate@gmail.com.
10. Data Security
We apply commercially appropriate security measures but cannot guarantee absolute security of online systems.
11. Governing Law
This Policy is governed by Swiss law. Disputes shall be settled in Swiss courts.
12. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions, contact: numbrate@gmail.com.