Effective date: January 1, 2026 · Jurisdiction: Ontario, Canada (PIPEDA)
Tiny Whale and Petunia ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we handle information in connection with Literal Voice.
1. What We Collect
Literal Voice is designed with minimal data collection in mind:
Phrases you enter: The text you submit for translation is sent to our AI service to generate a response. We do not store your phrases after your session ends.
Usage data: Anonymous, aggregated usage statistics (e.g. number of translations, language selection) to help us improve the service. This data contains no personally identifiable information.
Technical data: Standard server logs including IP address (anonymized), browser type, and timestamp. These are retained for up to 30 days for security and diagnostic purposes.
2. No Account Required
Literal Voice does not require you to create an account or provide any personal information to use the service. You can use Literal Voice anonymously.
3. How We Use Information
To process your phrase translation requests
To improve the accuracy and quality of explanations
To monitor and maintain the security and performance of the service
4. AI Processing
Translations are powered by AI. Phrases you submit are processed by our AI provider. We have selected providers with strong data protection practices. Phrase data is not used to train AI models without explicit consent.
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell your data. We may share data with:
AI and infrastructure providers: To process translation requests and host the service, under data processing agreements.
Legal obligations: When required by law.
6. Cookies
Literal Voice uses minimal cookies for session functionality and language preference only. We do not use advertising or tracking cookies.
7. Your Rights (PIPEDA)
Under PIPEDA, you have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of any personal information we hold. Contact us at info@tinywhaleandpetunia.com.
8. Security
We use HTTPS encryption for all data in transit. Phrase data is not persisted beyond your active session.
9. Children's Privacy
Literal Voice is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
10. Changes
We may update this policy. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Effective date: January 1, 2026 · Governing law: Ontario, Canada
These Terms of Service govern your use of Literal Voice, a product of Tiny Whale and Petunia. By using Literal Voice, you agree to these Terms.
1. About Literal Voice
Literal Voice is a figurative language translation tool that provides plain-language explanations of idioms, sarcasm, metaphors, and other figures of speech. It is powered by AI and intended as a language comprehension aid.
2. Use of the Service
Literal Voice is provided free of charge for personal, non-commercial use. You may use Literal Voice to:
Look up the meaning of figurative phrases
Improve your understanding of language in personal or educational contexts
3. Acceptable Use
You agree not to:
Use Literal Voice in any way that violates applicable law
Attempt to overwhelm or disrupt the service (e.g. automated scraping)
Use the service to generate content intended to deceive or harm others
Reverse-engineer or copy the application
4. Accuracy Disclaimer
Literal Voice is powered by AI and, while generally accurate, may produce incorrect or incomplete explanations. Do not rely on Literal Voice for professional, legal, or medical language interpretation. Always verify important information with a qualified human expert.
5. Intellectual Property
All code, design, and content associated with Literal Voice are the property of Tiny Whale and Petunia. You retain ownership of any content you submit.
6. Availability
We aim to keep Literal Voice available at all times but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. We may update, suspend, or discontinue the service at any time.
7. Limitation of Liability
Literal Voice is provided "as is." To the maximum extent permitted by law, Tiny Whale and Petunia is not liable for any damages arising from use of the service or reliance on its outputs.
8. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and federal laws of Canada.
9. Changes
We may update these Terms. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.