Privacy Policy for Furlate

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Volkan Tezkan ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and discloses information about you when you use our mobile application, Furlate (the "App").

1. Information We Collect

A. Audio Data (Microphone Usage)

Furlate requires access to your device's microphone to function. We record audio only when you actively press the microphone button to translate your pet's sounds.

• The audio data is sent momentarily to a third-party service (OpenAI API) for processing and translation.
• We do not store your audio recordings on our servers.
• The audio is discarded immediately after the translation is generated.

B. Usage Data & Advertising

We use third-party advertising partners, such as Google AdMob, to display ads. These partners may collect certain information automatically, including:

• Device type and model
• Operating system version
• Unique device identifiers (Advertising ID)
• IP address
• General location data

2. Third-Party Services

The App utilizes the following third-party services. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies:

• OpenAI: Used for generating translations. OpenAI Privacy Policy
• Google AdMob: Used for displaying advertisements. Google Privacy Policy

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information solely to:

• Provide the core functionality of the App (translating pet sounds).
• Display relevant advertisements to support the App.
• Improve the performance and stability of the App.

4. Children’s Privacy

Furlate is intended for general audiences. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

5. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. You are advised to review this page periodically for any changes.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions or suggestions about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us at:

Email: info@volkantezkan.art

Website: volkantezkan.art