Privacy Policy


Welcome to HearLane (“HearLane,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our website and services available at https://www.hearlane.com (the “Service”).


By accessing or using HearLane, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.



1. Information We Collect



a. Information You Provide


We may collect information you choose to provide, including:


  • Email address for account creation, communication, and support
  • Account and authentication data when you connect third-party services such as Notion
  • Content you import (such as articles or notes) solely to provide audio playback and progress tracking



b. Automatically Collected Information


When you use the Service, we may automatically collect:


  • Device and browser information
  • IP address
  • Usage data such as pages viewed, playback activity, and session duration
  • Cookies or similar technologies for analytics and functionality



2. How We Use Your Information


We use the information we collect to:


  • Provide, operate, and maintain HearLane’s features
  • Convert text content into audio using text-to-speech technology
  • Sync listening progress across devices and integrations
  • Improve performance, reliability, and user experience
  • Communicate service updates, product announcements, or support responses


We do not sell your personal information.



3. Third-Party Integrations (Notion)


If you connect HearLane with Notion or other third-party services:


  • We access only the content necessary to provide the requested functionality
  • Imported content is used solely for audio playback and progress syncing
  • We do not modify, distribute, or share your third-party content outside the Service


You may revoke access at any time through your third-party account settings.



4. Audio Processing and AI Voices


HearLane processes text content to generate audio playback using AI-powered voices. Text is processed only to deliver the Service. We do not use your content to train AI models. Audio files may be temporarily stored to support playback and resume functionality.



5. Cookies and Analytics


We use cookies and similar technologies to:


  • Analyze usage and improve the Service
  • Maintain basic functionality and preferences


You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the Service may not function properly.



6. Data Retention


We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to provide the Service, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.



7. Data Security


We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.



8. Your Rights


Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.



9. Children’s Privacy


HearLane is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.



10. 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 effective date.



11. Contact Us


If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, you may contact us at:


Email: support@hearlane.com

Website: https://www.hearlane.com