Privacy Policy

Last updated September 15, 2026.

ReadBuddy is a reading companion for children, used with a parent account. This page explains what information we collect and how we use it. It is an early draft for a product still being built.

Information we collect

Parents create an account with an email address. We may also store a child’s first name, age or reading level, and reading activity such as stories opened, time spent reading, and answers to comprehension questions.

When a child reads aloud, ReadBuddy listens so it can help with stuck words and ask follow-up questions. Audio is used to provide that support. We do not sell recordings, and we do not use children’s reading audio to train public models.

How we use information

We use this information to run ReadBuddy, remember progress, improve listening and questions, and keep the product safe. ReadBuddy is ad-free. We do not sell personal information, and we do not show third-party advertising.

Children’s privacy

ReadBuddy is meant for children ages 5–12, with a parent in control of the account. Children do not create their own logins. Parents should not include more personal detail than needed—first name is enough.

Sharing

We may use trusted service providers to host the product, send email, or process speech. They only get what they need to do that work. We may also share information if the law requires it.

Retention and choices

We keep account and reading data while a family uses ReadBuddy, and for a short time afterward if we need it to operate or secure the product. To ask a question or request deletion, see Delete Account or email hello.readbuddy@gmail.com.