Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 7, 2026
What We Collect
- Email address — provided via Sign in with Apple. Used for account identification only.
- Reading position and bookmarks — stored locally on your device.
- AI queries — the text you select and questions you ask are sent to AI providers to generate responses. We do not use your queries to train models.
What We Don't Do
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes. We do not track you across other apps or websites. We do not use analytics or advertising SDKs.
Third-Party Services
- Supabase — backend infrastructure for authentication and data storage.
- Anthropic — AI queries are sent to Anthropic for processing. Anthropic's privacy policy governs how they handle data.
- Apple — Sign in with Apple for authentication; App Store for subscriptions.
Data Storage
Your data is stored securely on Supabase-managed infrastructure. Reading data and bookmarks are stored locally on your device.
Your Rights
You can delete your account and all associated data directly within the app at any time. Upon deletion, we remove your data from our servers within 30 days.
If you are a resident of California (CCPA), the European Union (GDPR), or another jurisdiction with data protection laws, you may have additional rights regarding your personal data, including the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your information. Contact us to exercise these rights.
Children's Privacy
Vela is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will delete it.
Changes
We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by updating the date at the top of this page.
Contact
Questions? Reach out to us at hello@vela.cool.