Lebnéne - Lebanese Keyboard Service (App)

The Lebnéne – Lebanese Keyboard is a typing tool that lets you enter Lebanese text using Kelme’s suggested writing system.

• iOS/iPadOS and Android Versions: a full on-screen keyboard you can enable in system settings and use in any app that accepts text input. Where an “app” is provided, its primary purpose is to help you install, enable, and configure the keyboard layout and access instructions. The app and keyboard do not transmit your keystrokes or typed content to Kelme. Functionality may vary slightly by platform and OS version.

• macOS and Windows versions: a system input method/keyboard layout you install once and select from your OS language/input menu. The non-touch layout is built to feel familiar to users of a standard U.S. QWERTY keyboard—letter placement and modifier keys are designed to be predictable and easy to guess—while enabling efficient typing for Lebanese usage.

Kelme is an unincorporated brand/collective initiative with multiple contributors and representatives; it has no single legal owner.

For this service, Kelme acts through a designated representative, Elias Bou Issa.

Elias Bou Issa is the owner and principal funder of the Lebanese Keyboard App only (he does not own Kelme as a collective).

Cyclamen Institution is a Virginia-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit and acts as the publisher of record on Google Play for the Android version.

Keith Galdies is an independent developer and acts as publisher of record on the Apple App Store for the iOS/iPadOS version.

Apple and Google operate their stores as independent controllers for store-level account, device, and install metadata under their own privacy policies.

Users are individuals or organizations who enable/use the keyboard. All text/content typed with the keyboard remains the user’s property.

Scope and Cost

This Policy applies to the Lebnéne – Lebanese Keyboard app provided by Kelme (directly or via marketplace partners) on iOS/iPadOS, macOS, Android, and Windows (the “Service”). The Service is provided at no cost and “as is.”

Notice at Collection (what we collect and why)

We do not collect personal information from you inside the app. We do not transmit keystrokes or typed content to Kelme.

If an error occurs, we may receive diagnostic data from third-party crash/analytics tools (for example, app/OS version, device model, anonymized technical identifiers, configuration, timestamp, and error traces). We use this only to provide, secure, maintain, and improve the Service and to comply with law. We do not sell personal information and do not “share” it for cross-context behavioral advertising or targeted advertising.

The app itself does not use cookies. Linked third-party sites or libraries (for example, marketplace pages) may use cookies under their own policies.

App Permissions

We request only the permissions needed to enable a system keyboard. We do not request access to contacts, photos, microphone, precise location, or other sensitive device features.

How We Use Information

We use diagnostic information (if any) to operate, secure, maintain, and improve the Service, and to comply with legal obligations.

Service Providers

We may use third-party companies to host, diagnose, or support the Service. They process data only on our instructions, must safeguard it, and may not use it for their own purposes. Where feasible, diagnostic data is not linked to an identified individual.

Data Retention

Diagnostic data (if any) is retained only as long as necessary for maintenance and security and is then deleted or de-identified. We do not run user accounts and do not collect typed content, so there is generally no user-level data for us to retain.

Security

We use commercially reasonable safeguards, including encryption in transit (TLS) when data is transmitted to service providers. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We reduce risk by minimizing collection.

Children’s Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect their personal information. If we learn we have received such data, we will delete it promptly. Parents/guardians may contact info@kelme-lb.com.

Your Rights and Choices (U.S. & Virginia)

Where applicable (including the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)), you may have rights to access, confirm, correct, delete, and obtain a portable copy of personal data, and to opt out of targeted advertising, sale, or certain profiling. To exercise rights, email info@kelme-lb.com with the subject “Privacy Request.” We will verify and respond as required by law. Virginia residents may appeal by replying “APPEAL.” If unresolved, you may contact the Virginia Attorney General.

Because we do not collect typed content or run accounts, in most cases there will be no personal data for us to access, correct, or delete. For third-party diagnostics, we will help relay your request where feasible.

Content Ownership, Responsibility, and Uses

Any content typed or generated with the keyboard remains the sole property of the user. Kelme does not claim ownership or rights over personal, business, educational, or governmental content produced using the app. Users are responsible for their content and for complying with applicable laws and third-party terms. The app may be used—without restriction—in personal, professional/business, educational, and governmental contexts, subject to law and platform rules.

Links to Other Sites

The Service may link to third-party sites we do not operate. Review those sites’ privacy policies; we are not responsible for their practices.

International Data Transfers

Diagnostics/support data (if any) may be processed in the United States and other countries where our service providers operate. We implement safeguards consistent with applicable law.

Ownership and Representation (this app)

The intellectual property owner of the Lebanese Keyboard App is Elias Bou Issa. The app is released under the Kelme brand, an unincorporated collective with multiple representatives. For privacy, support, and policy matters related to this app, Kelme acts through Elias Bou Issa. Neither Cyclamen Institution (Android publisher of record) nor Keith Galdies (iOS publisher of record) acquires ownership of the app or user content by acting in those roles.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted here with a new “Latest Update” date. Material changes will be noted clearly at the top.

Legal Disclaimer

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Service is provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. Kelme, its contributors, partners, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or exemplary damages arising from or in connection with your use of the Service. Your sole remedy is to stop using the Service.

ANDROID — Google Play (Cyclamen Institution, Virginia-based 501(c)(3))

Publisher of record. The Android version is published on Google Play by Cyclamen Institution, a Virginia-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit, solely to satisfy organizational developer requirements. This does not change ownership of the app or user content.

Governing law and venue (Android). Because Cyclamen Institution performs Android distribution activities from Virginia, U.S. law and the law of the Commonwealth of Virginia govern this Android version and any disputes arising from it. Exclusive venue is the state or federal courts located in Virginia.

Data Safety summary. We collect Diagnostics (crash/performance data). Data is encrypted in transit. You may request deletion via email. We do not collect typed content and do not share data for advertising or sell data. We do not use the Android Advertising ID (AAID) for any purpose.

IME system warning. Android may display a warning that keyboards “may be able to collect text you type.” We do not collect keystrokes or typed content. Diagnostics are limited to crash/performance information.

Permissions. Only the permissions required to function as a keyboard are requested.

Uninstall/disable. Settings → System → Languages & input → On-screen keyboard → manage keyboards → disable, then uninstall in App info.

Store operator role. Google is an independent controller for Play-store account, device, and install metadata under Google’s privacy policy.

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iOS / iPadOS — Apple App Store (Publisher of record: Keith Galdies)

Publisher of record. The iOS/iPadOS version is published on the Apple App Store by Keith Galdies under a build/submission arrangement. This does not change ownership of the app or user content.

Governing law and venue (iOS/iPadOS). For consistency across all versions, you and we agree that disputes related to the iOS/iPadOS version will be governed by U.S. law and the law of the Commonwealth of Virginia, with exclusive venue in the state or federal courts located in Virginia, except where platform or local law requires otherwise.

Privacy Nutrition summary. Data collected: Diagnostics (Crash Data, Performance). Data not linked to you. Not used for tracking.

App Tracking Transparency. We do not track users across apps or websites and do not request ATT permission. We do not use IDFA.

“Allow Full Access.” If iOS shows an “Allow Full Access” option, core typing does not require us to collect or transmit keystrokes, and we do not transmit typed content off-device. If a future feature requires Full Access, we will update this Policy and will not use such access to collect keystrokes or content.

Permissions. Only the permissions required to function as a keyboard are requested.

Uninstall/disable. Settings → General → Keyboard → Keyboards → select the keyboard → remove/disable; then delete the app from the Home Screen if desired.

Store operator role. Apple is an independent controller for App Store account, device, and install metadata under Apple’s privacy policy.

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macOS — Direct Distribution (Kelme via kelme-lb.com)

Distribution. The macOS version is distributed directly by Kelme (acting through its designated representative for this app, Elias Bou Issa) via kelme-lb.com.

Governing law and venue (macOS). For consistency across all versions, you and we agree that disputes related to the macOS version will be governed by U.S. law and the law of the Commonwealth of Virginia, with exclusive venue in the state or federal courts located in Virginia, except where platform or local law requires otherwise.

Privacy summary. We do not collect typed content. We may receive Diagnostics (crash/performance data) from third-party tools. No sale or sharing for advertising.

Permissions. Only those required to function as a keyboard/input source are requested.

Uninstall/disable. Move the app to Trash; remove the keyboard/input source in System Settings if added.

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Windows — Direct Distribution (Kelme via kelme-lb.com)

Distribution. The Windows version is distributed directly by Kelme (acting through its designated representative for this app, Elias Bou Issa) via kelme-lb.com.

Governing law and venue (Windows). For consistency across all versions, you and we agree that disputes related to the Windows version will be governed by U.S. law and the law of the Commonwealth of Virginia, with exclusive venue in the state or federal courts located in Virginia, except where platform or local law requires otherwise.

Privacy summary. We do not collect typed content. We may receive Diagnostics (crash/performance data) from third-party tools. No sale or sharing for advertising.

Permissions. Only those required to function as an input method are requested.

Uninstall/disable. Settings → Apps → Installed apps → select the app → Uninstall; remove any input method entries under Language & region.

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Apple Privacy Nutrition Label (for iOS/iPadOS):

We collect Diagnostics (Crash Data, Performance). Data is not linked to you. We do not track you across apps or websites.

Google Play Data Safety (for Android):

We collect Diagnostics (crash/performance). Data is encrypted in transit. You may request deletion by email. We do not share data for advertising and do not sell data. We do not use AAID.

Questions, privacy requests, or appeals: info@kelme-lb.com.

If a physical mailing address is required for legal notices, please request it at this email.

Initial Effective Date: June 4, 2022

Latest Update: September 30, 2025 (Entities/Roles; Platform Addenda; Rights & Choices; No Sale/Share)