Privacy Policy for Voilà
Last Updated: October 28, 2025
Voilà ("we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our XR language learning application ("the App") and related services (together, "the Services").
We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable privacy laws in regions where our users reside.
1. Who We Are
Until formal incorporation, Voilà operates as the Data Controller of your personal data under the name Voilà, reachable at:
📧 legal@voila.fun
🌐 www.voila.fun
Once incorporated in the United States, Voilà Technologies LLC will act as the formal data controller, continuing to abide by GDPR for European customers.
2. What Data We Collect
We collect the following categories of personal data:
A. Information You Provide
- Account details: Name, email, password, and language preferences.
- Profile information: Country, target language, learning level, and subscription tier.
- Audio/video data: Recordings, speech samples, and transcriptions used for learning.
- Tutor interactions: Messages, call logs, and feedback in the app.
- Billing data: Managed by third-party providers (Stripe, Google Play, Apple) — Voilà does not store full payment details.
B. Information Collected Automatically
- Device and usage data: XR headset type, operating system, app version, session logs.
- Analytics: Through Google and Firebase Analytics (only with consent).
- Approximate location: For localization and time zone alignment (not continuous tracking).
- Cookies and similar technologies: Explained in Section 10.
C. Information from Third Parties
- Partner institutions (language schools) if you register through them.
- OAuth providers (Google, Apple) if you sign up via Single Sign-On (SSO).
3. How We Use Your Data
We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| Providing the app and its features | Contract performance |
| Personalized learning recommendations | Legitimate interest / Consent |
| Analytics and product improvement | Consent |
| Email notifications (learning reminders, updates) | Consent |
| Payment processing and subscription management | Contract performance |
| Customer support and troubleshooting | Legitimate interest |
| Compliance with legal obligations | Legal obligation |
You can withdraw consent at any time via account settings or by emailing legal@voila.fun.
4. Who We Share Your Data With
We share limited data with trusted third parties acting as data processors:
| Processor | Purpose | Region |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon Web Services (AWS) | Hosting & database infrastructure | EU & US |
| Runpod | Self-hosted AI model infrastructure | EU & US |
| Google Cloud / Firebase | AI APIs, analytics, authentication | EU & US |
| OpenAI | Translation, transcription, and grammar AI | US (Data Privacy Framework) |
| Stripe / Google Play / Apple | Payment processing | Global |
Each provider operates under GDPR-compliant Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) and, where applicable, Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or the EU—US Data Privacy Framework for international transfers.
5. Data Retention
We retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes collected.
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Account information | Until deletion or 2 years of inactivity |
| Audio/video recordings | Until user deletes or account closure |
| Payment/billing data | Up to 7 years (legal compliance) |
| Analytics data | 26 months (then anonymized) |
When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
6. Data Security and Breach Notification
We implement encryption, access controls, and network isolation across our servers (AWS and Runpod).
In the event of a data breach that may impact your rights and freedoms, we will notify you and the appropriate supervisory authority in accordance with GDPR Article 33.
7. International Data Transfers
Your data may be processed outside the European Economic Area (EEA), specifically in the United States.
We rely on:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for data transfers,
- EU—US Data Privacy Framework (where applicable), and
- Secure encrypted channels between regions (AWS EU ↔ US, Runpod EU ↔ US).
All transfers follow GDPR Articles 44–49 safeguards.
8. Your GDPR Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access – Obtain a copy of your data.
- Rectification – Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Erasure – Request deletion ("Right to be Forgotten").
- Restriction – Limit processing of your data.
- Data Portability – Receive data in machine-readable format.
- Objection – Object to processing under legitimate interests.
- Withdraw Consent – At any time, without affecting prior lawful processing.
To exercise any right, contact legal@voila.fun.
You may also lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority (e.g., CNPD – Comissão Nacional de Proteção de Dados, Portugal).
9. Automated Decision-Making and AI
Voilà uses AI to:
- Generate translations and grammar corrections,
- Provide feedback on pronunciation and sentence structure,
- Suggest personalized learning content.
All AI processing is assistive, non-deterministic, and human-reviewed where necessary.
Voilà does not make any automated decisions producing legal or significant effects.
You can disable personalization features in your account settings.
10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
When using the Voilà web platform, we use cookies and similar technologies.
Cookies are small files placed on your device to improve functionality, analytics, and personalization.
Categories of Cookies:
| Category | Purpose | Consent Required |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Required for core site functionality, authentication, and security | ❌ No |
| Analytics | Used to understand usage and improve experience (e.g., Firebase Analytics, Google Analytics) | ✅ Yes |
| Marketing | Used to deliver relevant promotions or content | ✅ Yes |
Your Choices:
Upon first visit, you will see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies;
- Reject non-essential cookies; or
- Manage preferences by category.
No analytics or marketing cookies are set until you grant consent.
You can change or withdraw consent anytime via "Cookie Settings" in the app or website footer.
11. Children's Privacy
Voilà is not directed to children under 13.
If we become aware of data collected from minors without parental consent, we will delete it immediately.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
If significant changes occur, we will notify you via in-app message or email.
The latest version will always be available at www.voila.fun/privacy.
13. Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights, contact:
📧 legal@voila.fun
🌐 www.voila.fun