Optaura Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 2026
Introduction
Optaura is designed to help people feel more connected through accessible live captions and transcription tools.
Your privacy matters. This policy explains what information Optaura uses, what is stored, and how your data is handled in simple, human language.
Who We Are
Optaura is developed by Marie Gregg Apps — a human-centred app studio focused on accessibility, simplicity, and reducing overwhelm through thoughtful technology.
What Optaura Does
Optaura provides:
Live captions
Speech transcription
Saved transcript sessions
Accessibility customisation features
The app is designed to support communication accessibility and reduce hearing fatigue in everyday environments.
Information We Collect
Live Transcriptions
When using live captions or transcription features, audio is processed to generate subtitles and transcripts.
At this stage:
Transcripts are stored locally on your device
Saved sessions remain under your control
We do not sell your transcript data
We do not use your conversations for advertising
What Is Stored on Your Device
Optaura currently stores:
Saved transcript sessions
Transcript tags
Accessibility preferences
Subtitle styling preferences
This information is stored locally on your device using Apple’s standard storage systems.
Internet Connection
An internet connection may be required for live transcription features depending on the speech recognition services being used.
Saved transcripts already stored on your device can still be viewed without internet access.
Accessibility Preferences
Optaura allows users to customise:
Text size
Text colour
Background colour
Subtitle appearance
Font styles
These preferences are stored locally to improve your experience and accessibility.
Data Sharing
Optaura does not sell personal data.
We do not intentionally share your saved transcripts with third parties unless:
Required by law
Necessary to provide core app functionality
You choose to share transcripts yourself
Users can manually share transcripts using the built-in share features.
Analytics
Basic anonymous analytics may be used in future versions of Optaura to help improve app performance and user experience.
These analytics will never intentionally identify individual users or private conversations.
Children’s Privacy
Optaura is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Future Features
As Optaura evolves, new features may introduce additional services or optional functionality.
This privacy policy may be updated to reflect those changes.
We aim to keep all explanations clear, transparent, and easy to understand.
Your Control
You remain in control of your saved transcripts.
You can:
Delete saved sessions
Manage shared content
Customise accessibility settings
Uninstall the app at any time
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy or accessibility concerns, please contact:
A Final Note
Accessibility should feel empowering — not complicated.
Optaura was created with the belief that technology should adapt to people, not the other way around.