Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

Introduction

Azure Speech for Chrome ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our Chrome extension.

Information We Collect

Azure Credentials

We store your Microsoft Azure Speech Services subscription key locally on your device to enable text-to-speech functionality through Azure Speech Services. These credentials are never transmitted to our servers or any third parties.

User Preferences

We store your voice settings, playback preferences, and extension configuration locally on your device using Chrome's storage API.

Selected Text Content

When you select text for speech synthesis, this content is processed locally and sent directly to your configured Azure Speech service. We do not store, log, or have access to this content.

How We Use Your Information

  • Azure credentials are used solely to authenticate with Azure Speech Services for text-to-speech conversion
  • User preferences are used to customize your extension experience
  • Selected text is processed for speech synthesis through Azure Speech Services

Data Storage and Security

All user data is stored locally on your device using Chrome's secure storage mechanisms. We do not operate servers that store your personal information. Your Azure credentials and preferences never leave your device except for direct communication with Azure Speech Services.

Third-Party Services

This extension integrates with Microsoft Azure Speech Services for text-to-speech functionality. When you use the extension, selected text is sent directly from your browser to Azure Speech Services using your subscription key. Please refer to Microsoft's Privacy Policy for information about how they handle your data.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or transfer your personal information to third parties. The only data transmission occurs between your browser and Azure Speech Services using your own subscription key.

Your Rights

Since all data is stored locally on your device, you have complete control over your information:

  • You can delete all stored data by removing the extension
  • You can modify your preferences at any time through the extension settings
  • You can update or remove your Azure credentials at any time

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

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