AI Coach Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 27, 2026
Last Updated: March 27, 2026

Introduction

In The Search Bar ("we," "us," or "our") operates inthesearchbar.com and provides AI coaching services. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our AI coaching platform.

We are committed to protecting your privacy. Your coaching sessions are confidential, and we do not store recordings or transcripts of your conversations.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

When you subscribe to our AI coaching services, we collect:

  • Email address

  • Payment information (processed by Stripe)

  • Subscription tier and preferences

Information Collected Automatically

When you use our platform, we may collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Access times and dates

  • Pages viewed

Information We Do NOT Collect or Store

We do not store, record, or retain:

  • Voice recordings from AI coaching sessions

  • Transcripts of coaching conversations

  • Session content or discussion topics

Audio is processed in real-time during your session and deleted immediately after your session ends.

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services to deliver and support our AI coaching product:

Stripe - Payment processing and subscription management. Stripe processes your payment information, email address, and billing details. Stripe's Privacy Policy

Vapi - Voice AI infrastructure for real-time voice processing during coaching sessions. Audio is processed in real-time and not stored. Vapi Privacy Policy

ElevenLabs - ElevenLabs processes voice input in real-time and does not store user voice recordings. Generated audio (the AI coach's voice responses) may be retained in ElevenLabs' backup systems for up to 30 days for operational purposes, after which it is permanently deleted. ElevenLabs does not use your data to train AI models. ElevenLabs Privacy Policy

Vercel - Web hosting for our AI coaching platform. Vercel may collect standard web server logs (IP addresses, browser type, access times). Vercel Privacy Policy

GitHub - Code repository for application development. GitHub does not process or store user coaching data. GitHub Privacy Policy

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Process your subscription and payments

  • Provide access to AI coaching sessions

  • Send you account-related emails (confirmation, receipts, session links)

  • Respond to your inquiries and support requests

  • Improve our services and user experience

  • Comply with legal obligations

We do NOT use your information to:

  • Analyze or train AI models on your session content

  • Share your coaching conversations with third parties

  • Sell or rent your personal information

Data Retention

Account Information: We retain your email address and subscription information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account at any time.

Payment Information: Payment data is processed and stored by Stripe. We do not store full payment card details on our servers.

Session Data: Voice data from AI coaching sessions is processed in real-time and deleted immediately after each session ends. We do not retain recordings, transcripts, or session content.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your account and associated data

  • Opt out of marketing emails (unsubscribe link included in all emails)

  • Cancel your subscription at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at inthesearchbar@gmail.com

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or loss. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Session Privacy: AI coaching sessions are processed in real-time using encrypted connections. Session content is not stored, recorded, or accessible after your session ends.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

International Users

Our services are operated from the United States. If you are accessing our services from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. By using our services, you consent to this transfer.

GDPR Compliance: For users in the European Union, we comply with GDPR requirements. You have the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data. Contact us to exercise these rights.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, contact us:

Email: inthesearchbar@gmail.com

Website: inthesearchbar.com

Address: 3064 Plaza Terrace Dr, Orlando, FL, 32803