Paying DeepL subscribers and API customers have their translation text deleted right after the translation is done, so it is not stored or used for training purposes....
Why it matters: This provision is a key differentiator between free and paid tiers and is materially important for users and organizations handling confidential, legally privileged, or regulated content....
Under GDPR and similar laws, you can ask DeepL to show you, correct, delete, or restrict the use of your personal data, and you can file a complaint with a data protection regulator if you believe your rights have been violated....
Why it matters: These rights give users meaningful control over their personal data held by DeepL, including the ability to request deletion of account information and any retained translation inputs....
DeepL collects your name, email address, and payment details when you create an account, and uses this to run your account and process charges....
Why it matters: Payment information is sensitive financial data, and understanding how it is collected and stored (including whether it is passed to third-party payment processors) is important for financial security....
DeepL shares your data with outside companies it uses to run its services, such as cloud hosts and analytics tools, and says those companies are contractually required to follow DeepL's data handling rules....
Why it matters: When your data is shared with subprocessors, the security and privacy practices of those third parties become relevant to how well your data is protected, even if they are contractually bound....