Privacy Policy

At Linus, we take your privacy seriously. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our acting practice and rehearsal app.

1. Information We Collect

Account Information

When you create a Linus account, we collect:

• Your Apple ID email (if using Apple Sign-In)

• Display name (optional)

• Profile preferences

If you choose anonymous sign-in, we only collect a unique device identifier.

Script and Content Data

To provide our core functionality, we process:

• Scripts you upload: Used to create practice sessions and generate AI scene partners

• Voice recordings: Your practice recordings are stored locally on your device

• Session data: Practice history, progress tracking, and performance metrics

Email Communications

When you create a Linus account using Apple or Google Sign-In, your email address will be added to our mailing list. We use this to send you:

• Product updates and new features

• Tips and resources for getting the most out of Linus

• Occasional promotional offers

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email, or by contacting us at [email protected]. Unsubscribing from marketing emails will not affect your ability to use the app or receive important account-related communications (such as billing or security notices).

Linus Cloud Features

When you use Linus Cloud features, additional data processing occurs:

Script Processing (Cloud Parsing)

• Original PDF files you upload are processed in transit only and are not stored on our servers

• The parsed script data (character names, dialogue, scene structure) is stored securely to enable sync features across your devices

• You can delete your parsed scripts at any time through the app

Self-Tape Cloud Storage

• Self-tapes you choose to upload are stored in secure AWS servers located in Sydney, Australia (ap-southeast-2)

• When you remove a shared link or delete a self-tape from the server, it will be permanently deleted within 24 hours

• Self-tapes are encrypted in transit and at rest

Speech Recognition (Deepgram)

• When using speech recognition features, audio is processed through Deepgram for real-time transcription

• Audio is streamed in real-time and not stored by our servers

• This processing is subject to Deepgram's Privacy Policy

Line Read Recordings

• When using the Line Read feature, your voice is processed through ElevenLabs for speech-to-speech voice transformation

• Audio is processed in real-time and not stored after processing

• This processing is subject to ElevenLabs' Privacy Policy

Usage Analytics

With your consent, we collect anonymous usage data to improve our service:

• App feature usage patterns

• Performance metrics

• Crash reports

You can opt out of analytics collection in the app settings at any time.

What We Don't Collect

• We do not sell your personal data

• We do not use your scripts for AI training

• We do not share your content with third parties for marketing

• We do not store your original PDF scripts on our servers

• We do not store your speech recognition audio

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide Core Services: Enable script practice, AI scene partners, and voice generation

• Sync Your Data: Allow access to your scripts and recordings across devices (if using Linus Cloud)

• Improve the App: Analyze anonymous usage patterns to enhance features

• Customer Support: Respond to your questions and resolve issues

• Security: Detect and prevent fraud or abuse

3. Third-Party Services

Linus integrates with trusted third-party services:

• OpenAI / Groq: For AI-powered features and scene analysis

• ElevenLabs: For voice generation and speech-to-speech transformation

• Google Cloud: For text-to-speech services

• Deepgram: For real-time speech recognition

• Apple / RevenueCat: For subscription and payment processing

• Amazon Web Services (AWS): For secure cloud storage of self-tapes (Sydney, Australia region)

Each service has their own privacy policy. We only share the minimum data necessary for these services to function.

4. Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

Most of your data is stored locally on your device:

• Scripts and parsed scene data

• Practice recordings

• App preferences and settings

Cloud Storage (Optional)

If you enable Linus Cloud features:

• Parsed script data is synced securely to our servers

• Self-tapes you share are stored in AWS (Sydney, Australia - ap-southeast-2)

• All data is encrypted in transit (TLS) and at rest

Security Measures

We protect your data using:

• Industry-standard encryption (AES-256)

• Secure authentication (Apple Sign-In, JWT tokens)

• Regular security audits

• Access controls and monitoring

5. Data Retention

We retain your data as follows:

• Account Data: Kept while your account is active

• Local Data: Remains on your device until you delete the app

• Cloud Data: Kept until you delete it or close your account

• Self-Tapes: Deleted within 24 hours of removal from the server

• Original PDFs: Processed in transit only, never stored

• Speech Recognition Audio: Processed in real-time, not stored

• Analytics: Anonymized data may be retained for up to 2 years

When you delete your account, we remove all your personal data within 30 days.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data

• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate data

• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data

• Portability: Export your data in a standard format

• Opt-out: Disable analytics collection at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]

7. Children's Privacy

Linus is designed to be safe and appropriate for users of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

8. International Users

Linus is operated from Australia. If you use our app from outside Australia, your data may be processed in:

• Australia: Primary data storage (AWS ap-southeast-2 - Sydney)

• United States: Third-party AI services (OpenAI, ElevenLabs, Deepgram)

By using Linus, you consent to this international data transfer.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or via email. Your continued use of Linus after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]

• Website: getlinus.app/help

Your Privacy Matters

We're committed to being transparent about how we handle your data. If you have any concerns or questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to our support team.