Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 4, 2025

1. Introduction

Kiru ("we", "us", or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our video editing application and related services (the "Service").

By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address, name, and password.
  • Payment Information: When you subscribe to a paid plan, payment processing is handled by our payment provider (Polar). We do not store your full credit card details.
  • Support Communications: When you contact us for support, we collect the information you provide in your communications.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Usage Data: We collect information about how you use the Service, including features used and actions taken.
  • Device Information: We collect information about your device, including operating system version and app version.
  • Analytics: We use privacy-focused analytics (Umami) to understand how users interact with our website.

2.3 Video and Audio Content

When you use our transcription features, audio is extracted from your video and sent to our transcription provider (Deepgram) for processing. We do not permanently store your video or audio files on our servers. Transcriptions are stored locally on your device and in our database to provide the Service.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
  • Process transactions and manage your subscription
  • Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
  • Respond to your comments, questions, and support requests
  • Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
  • Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent transactions and abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:
    • Deepgram (transcription services)
    • Polar (payment processing)
    • Cloud hosting providers
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests.
  • Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale of company assets, or acquisition.
  • With Your Consent: We may share information with your consent or at your direction.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit using TLS
  • Secure authentication using industry-standard practices
  • Regular security assessments
  • Access controls limiting who can access your data

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you the Service. We will also retain and use your information as necessary to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at support@getkiru.app.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
  • Objection: Object to certain processing of your information

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@getkiru.app.

8. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

10. Third-Party Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the new Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

support@getkiru.app