Effective Date: March 05, 2025
Riddr (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you use Riddr, a free web browser extension available at riddr.com and via the Chrome Web Store. Riddr is designed to work on various Chromium-based browsers, including Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Opera, and others. By installing and using Riddr, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
About Riddr
Riddr is a web browser extension with a single purpose: to convert selected text into speech. It provides authentic, human-like voices in over 50 languages using a built-in Text-to-Speech (TTS) engine. Riddr can read text from anywhere on the web, including emails, Google Drive, PDF documents, news websites, blogs, and e-books. It also includes an offline mode, making it an ideal tool for language learning anywhere in the world.
Information We Collect
Data Collected by Riddr
Riddr does not collect, store, or process personal data directly from users. The extension operates primarily on your device to perform its text-to-speech functionality. However, certain features rely on third-party online TTS services, as described below.
Permissions and Usage
Riddr requests the following browser permissions to function properly:
- Text-to-Speech (TTS) Permission: This permission allows Riddr to access TTS engines provided by your browser and operating system to convert selected text into speech without requiring an internet connection.
- ttsEngine Permission: This permission enables Riddr’s built-in TTS engine to utilize the browser’s Text-to-Speech API and generate speech output.
Riddr operates in two modes:
- Offline Mode: Uses TTS engines and voices provided by your operating system or browser, requiring no internet connectivity.
- Online Mode: Relies on third-party online TTS services, such as Google Cloud and Google Translate, to provide more advanced voices. When using these services, the text you select is sent to the third-party provider to generate audio output.
We do not control the data practices of these third-party providers, and their handling of data is governed by their respective privacy policies:
No Tracking of Browsing History
We realize and value our clients’ privacy. Riddr does not track your browsing history or monitor your online activities beyond the text you explicitly select for conversion to speech.
How We Protect Your DataHow We Protect Your Data
We protect your data by collecting and storing none of your personal information. Since Riddr does not gather or retain personal data, there is no risk of it being compromised by us. When using third-party online TTS services, data transmission is encrypted and subject to the security standards of those providers.
Data Sharing and Third Parties
Third Parties We Receive Data From
We do not receive data about you from any third parties.
Data Sharing
We do not share your data with third parties except as necessary to provide TTS functionality through Google Cloud and Google Translate in online mode. We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your data to any other entities. Riddr does not:
- Sell or transfer user data to third parties.
- Use or transfer user data for purposes unrelated to its single purpose of converting text to speech.
- Use or transfer user data to determine creditworthiness or for lending purposes.
Industry Standards Compliance
Riddr complies with applicable industry standards and regulations, including:
- Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA): Riddr does not collect personal information from users and is not directed at children under 13. Learn more at COPPA.
- Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA): Riddr does not access or process student education records. Learn more at FERPA.
Industry Regulatory Disclosure Requirements
Riddr has no specific industry regulatory disclosure requirements, as it does not collect, store, or process personal data beyond what is necessary for its text-to-speech functionality.
Your Choices
You can control how Riddr functions by:
- Selecting the text you want to convert to speech.
- Switching between local mode (no internet required) and online mode (uses third-party services).
- Uninstalling the extension at any time through your browser settings.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in Riddr’s functionality or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date” We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or Riddr, please contact us at via email or via the Riddr support hub.
Thank you for using Riddr!