1. Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to The Name Engine websites, the Ear It app and administration area, and related forms, communications, and services operated by The Name Engine, LLC. It does not apply to third-party websites or services that may be linked from our sites.

2. Information we collect

Information you provide

We may collect information you choose to provide, such as your name, work email address, organization, phone number, website URL, account information, demo requests, support messages, and other information submitted through forms or communications.

If you submit a name pronunciation, audio recording, or related information, we may collect and store that content so we can provide, maintain, or improve the requested service.

Information collected automatically

When you use our sites, we may automatically receive technical and usage information such as your IP address, browser type, device information, referring page, pages viewed, approximate location, and interaction data. We may collect this information through cookies, pixels, server logs, and similar technologies.

3. How we use information

We may use information to:

• Provide, operate, maintain, and improve our websites and the Ear It app.
• Respond to demo requests, questions, support needs, and other communications.
• Create, connect, and manage name pronunciations and customer accounts.
• Understand website usage, troubleshoot technical issues, and protect our services.
• Send service-related notices and, where permitted, information about our products or offerings.
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce applicable agreements.

4. How we share information

We do not sell personal information for money. We may disclose information to vendors and service providers that help us operate our business, such as hosting, analytics, communications, form-processing, payment, advertising, security, and technical-support providers. These providers may use information only as needed to perform services for us, subject to their own contractual and legal obligations.

We may also disclose information when required by law, to protect rights or safety, in connection with a business transaction, or when you direct or authorize us to do so. We may share aggregated or de-identified information that does not reasonably identify an individual.

5. Cookies, analytics, and advertising

We may use cookies and similar technologies to remember preferences, understand how visitors use our sites, measure performance, prevent misuse, and support advertising. Third-party analytics or advertising providers may set their own cookies or collect information under their own privacy policies.

You can control cookies through your browser settings and, where available, site-level consent or opt-out tools. Disabling some cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Data retention and security

We retain information for as long as reasonably necessary to provide our services, fulfill the purposes described in this policy, resolve disputes, meet legal obligations, and protect our legitimate business interests. Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and how it is used.

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect information. No online system or method of transmission is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your choices and privacy rights

You may ask to access, correct, or delete personal information you have provided, or opt out of non-essential marketing communications, by contacting us at info@thenameengine.com. We may need to verify your request and may retain information where permitted or required by law.

Depending on where you live, you may have additional rights concerning access, correction, deletion, portability, or certain uses and disclosures of personal information. We will respond to applicable requests as required by law. You may also use browser-based privacy signals where supported by our website technologies.

8. Children’s privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information to us, please contact us so we can review and address the request.

9. Third-party links

Our sites may include links to third-party websites or embedded services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Material changes may also be communicated through other appropriate means.