Privacy Policy
The Swype text input solution software that is downloaded or pre-installed on mobile handsets may collect, retrieve and/or store any information as needed for the following explicit uses:
- Activation Information
- What is this: This is a set of information from the device that enables Swype to know that a new unique instance of Swype is being activated.
- How do we do this: Swype collects very basic device information such as make, model, cellular ESN, etc to uniquely identify the device. We do not collect any personally identifiable information off of the device. Swype does not share any of the activation information with third parties except when required by law.
- Cellular ESN: Differentiating between a software reinstallation and a new, unique hardware installation requires a reliable, unique hardware identifier. The ESN is the only reliable unique hardware identifier that survives a device reset. Other hardware identifiers (MAC address, serial number) either do not survive a complete device reset, or are easily modified.
- Quality Measurement
- What is this: Swype measures the quality of the Swype client to make sure that it performs to our best standards. To do this Swype collects & transmits measurement data to identify errors and areas of improvements.
- How do we do this: Swype may collect the following measurement data: Speed of text entry, how often words are added/removed from the Personal Dictionary (Note: We do not collect the actual words added/removed, just how often words are added and removed), and language selection. None of the measurements we collect are personally identifiable, and any measurements we collect are done efficiently to minimize transmitted data.
When you register for an account with Swype we ask for information such as your email address.
Swype uses collected information for the following general purposes: products and Swype Beta Services provision, identification and authentication, Services improvement, contact, and research.
Swype Website CookiesA cookie is a small amount of data, which often includes an anonymous unique identifier, which is sent to your browser from a web site's computers and stored on your computer's hard drive.
Cookies are required to participate in various Swype programs, including Swype Beta programs. We use cookies to record current session information, but do not use permanent cookies. You are required to log-in to your Swype account after a certain period of time has elapsed to protect you against others inadvertently accessing your account.
Swype Website Data StorageSwype uses third party vendors and hosting partners to provide the necessary hardware, software, networking, storage, and related technology required to run the Swype website.
SecurityWe take precautions to ensure the security of your personal information. However, we cannot guarantee that hackers or unauthorized personnel may gain access to your personal information despite our efforts. While we encrypt all transmitted data, you should note that in using Swype’s website and web services, your information will travel through third party infrastructures which are not under our control.
We cannot protect, nor does this Privacy Policy apply to, any information that you transmit to other users. You should never transmit personal or identifying information to other users.
ChildrenSwype Beta registration is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from children under the age of 13. Children aged 13 or older should not submit any personal information without the permission of their parents or guardians. By using Swype’s services, you are representing that you are at least 18, or that you are at least 13 years old and have your parents' permission to use the Swype’s services.
Illegal ActivitiesSwype reserves the right to share information gathered to the extent necessary or helpful in order to investigate, prevent, or take action regarding illegal activities, suspected fraud, situations involving potential threats to the physical safety of any person, violations of Terms of Service, or as otherwise required by law.
AffiliatesWe reserve the right to provide information gathered to any company controlled by or under common control with Swype for any purpose permitted by this Privacy Policy.
ChangesSwype may periodically update this policy. We will notify you about significant changes in the way we treat personal information by sending a notice to the email address specified in your primary Swype account or by placing a prominent notice on our site or blog.
QuestionsAny questions about this Privacy Policy should be addressed by mail at:
Swype Inc. 71 Columbia StreetSuite 200 Seattle, WA 98104