Enkode is a Chrome extension and companion website that teaches vocabulary by replacing portions of the pages you read with translations, saving words you choose, and quizzing you on them over time. This policy explains what data Enkode collects, who processes it, how long it is kept, and the choices you have. It applies to the Enkode browser extension and this website.
What we collect
Enkode collects only what it needs to translate text and track your learning:
- Text you choose to translate. When you enkode a page, the sentences on that page (or text you select) are sent to our translation service to be translated. This text is processed in transit and is not stored on our servers — we retain only per-request token counts for cost accounting, not the text itself.
- Saved words. When you save a word, we store the word, its translation, and the sentence, page URL, and page title it came from, so we can build your word bank and quizzes.
- Quiz answers. The results of the quizzes you take, to schedule reviews and track progress.
- Daily reading-word counts. A daily tally of how many enkoded words you've read, to power the progress widget.
- Account identity. When you sign in with Google, we receive your email address and Google account ID. We use these to create your account and associate your data with it.
- Usage metering. Per-request token usage for the translation and tutoring features, used for cost accounting and quota limits.
- Data stored locally in your browser. Settings, a translation cache, and your synced word bank are kept in your browser's extension storage. This stays on your device (and, for signed-in users, is mirrored to your account so it follows you across browsers).
What we never collect
- Your browsing history.
- Page content from sites you've marked as protected — Enkode does not translate or read those pages.
- Passwords, form entries, or payment card details.
Who processes your data
We rely on a small number of third-party processors, each for a specific purpose:
- Supabase — authentication, database, and server functions. Your account, word bank, quiz answers, and reading counts are stored in our Supabase project.
- OpenAI — performs the translations and AI tutoring. Text you choose to translate passes through OpenAI's API. Per OpenAI's API data-usage policy, data submitted through the API is not used to train their models.
- Google — provides sign-in (OAuth). Google authenticates you and returns your email and account ID; we do not receive your Google password.
- Stripe (only if you subscribe). Enkode does not currently process payments. If paid plans are introduced, Stripe will handle all payment information. Stripe sees your payment details; Enkode never does.
How long we keep it, and deletion
Your data is kept for as long as your account exists. You can request deletion of your account and all associated data by emailing us at the address below; self-serve account deletion is being added to the extension and this website. When your account is deleted, all of your rows — word bank, quiz answers, reading counts, and usage records — are removed along with it (deletion cascades across every table). Text sent for translation is not stored, so there is nothing to delete there beyond the aggregate token counts.
Your rights
You can access the words and progress we hold for you at any time through the extension or the Saved Words page. You may request a copy of your data or its deletion by contacting us. Depending on where you live, you may have additional rights (access, correction, deletion, portability) under laws such as the GDPR or CCPA; email us to exercise them.
Google API Limited Use disclosure
Enkode's use and transfer of information received from Google APIs will adhere to the Chrome Web Store User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy as Enkode evolves. When we do, we'll revise the "Last updated" date above; material changes will be highlighted on this page.
Contact
Questions or requests about your data? Email privacy@enkode.app.