Apprentice Log

Voice-to-logbook for NZ apprentices

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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 13 March 2026

1. Introduction

Apprentice Log ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and web service.

2. Information We Collect

Account Information

When you create an account, we collect your email address and password (securely hashed). This information is used solely for authentication purposes.

Logbook Entries

We store the logbook entries you create, including voice transcripts, task descriptions, hours worked, tools used, skills practiced, and any notes or safety observations you add.

Voice Recordings

When you use the voice recording feature, your audio is temporarily processed to convert speech to text. We do not permanently store audio recordings. The audio is sent to OpenAI's Whisper API for transcription and is subject to OpenAI's data usage policies.

3. How We Use Your Information

  • To provide and maintain our service
  • To authenticate your identity and secure your account
  • To store and display your logbook entries
  • To convert your voice recordings to text
  • To improve our service based on usage patterns (anonymized)

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using Supabase, which provides enterprise-grade security including:

  • Encryption at rest and in transit
  • Row Level Security (RLS) ensuring you can only access your own data
  • Regular security audits and compliance certifications

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

  • Supabase - Database and authentication
  • OpenAI - Voice transcription (Whisper API) and text processing
  • Vercel - Application hosting
  • Sentry - Error tracking (optional, anonymized)

6. Data Retention

We retain your logbook entries for as long as your account is active. You can delete individual entries at any time. If you delete your account, all associated data will be permanently removed within 30 days.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Delete your data and account
  • Export your logbook entries
  • Withdraw consent at any time

8. Children's Privacy

Apprentice Log is intended for use by apprentices aged 16 and older. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 16. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@apprenticelog.nz