Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2, 2025
Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how our disability awareness educational application ("the App", "we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in our data practices.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Progress Data: Quiz scores, completed lessons, learning progress, and achievement data
- User Preferences: Accessibility settings, theme choices, notification preferences, and display options
- Favorites & Bookmarks: Content you mark as favorite or bookmark for later
- Settings: Language preferences, TTS (Text-to-Speech) settings, and app configurations
Automatically Collected Information
- Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers
- Usage Data: App interactions, features used, session duration, navigation patterns
- Performance Data: App crashes, errors, performance metrics (anonymous)
- Analytics: Aggregated usage statistics to improve app functionality
Information We Do NOT Collect
- Personal identification information (name, email, phone number)
- Location data
- Photos or camera access (unless you explicitly use camera-related features)
- Contacts or social connections
- Payment information (if app is free/freemium)
How We Use Your Information
Primary Uses
1. Educational Progress Tracking: Save your learning progress, quiz results, and achievements
2. Personalization: Customize content based on your preferences and accessibility needs
3. App Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to enhance features and user experience
4. Performance Optimization: Monitor and fix technical issues and crashes
5. Achievement System: Track badges, streaks, daily quests, and gamification progress
Analytics & Improvement
- Understand which features are most valuable to users
- Identify technical issues and areas for improvement
- Measure educational effectiveness and engagement
- Optimize app performance and responsiveness
What Analytics Data We Collect:
- Session Information: App usage duration, session start/end times
- Screen Navigation: Pages visited during your session (no personal identifiers)
- User Actions: Button clicks, quiz completions, feature interactions
- Learning Metrics: Quiz scores, completion rates, learning progress
- Engagement Data: Daily streaks, simulation completions, badge achievements
- Weekly Activity: Aggregated usage patterns over time
How Analytics Are Stored:
- All analytics data is stored locally on your device only
- No analytics data is sent to external servers
- Data is anonymized and cannot be linked to your identity
- You can view your usage insights in the app settings
- You can clear all analytics data at any time through settings
Data Storage & Security
Local Storage
Most of your data is stored locally on your device using:
- AsyncStorage for preferences and settings
- Local state management for progress tracking
- Device-only storage for favorites and bookmarks
Security Measures
- Encryption: Sensitive data is encrypted at rest
- No Cloud Sync (if applicable): Your data stays on your device
- Secure Transmission: All network communications use HTTPS
- Access Controls: Strict access controls to prevent unauthorized access
- Regular Security Audits: Periodic security reviews and updates
Data Retention
- Progress data is retained until you clear app data or uninstall
- Settings and preferences persist across app sessions
- Analytics data is anonymized and aggregated
- You can reset your progress at any time through the app settings
Third-Party Services
Analytics Collection
We collect analytics data to improve the app experience:
- Local-Only Analytics: All analytics are stored on your device, not shared with third parties
- Anonymous Data: No personally identifiable information is collected
- Transparency: You can view all collected analytics data in app settings
- User Control: You can clear analytics data at any time through settings
- No Third-Party Tracking: We do not use external analytics services like Google Analytics or Facebook Pixel
Text-to-Speech (TTS)
- Uses device's native TTS engine
- No audio data is transmitted to our servers
- Processes speech locally on your device
AI Features (If Applicable)
- AI-powered features may send content to AI providers
- No personal information is included in AI requests
- Requests are anonymized and not linked to your identity
Your Rights & Choices
Access & Control
- View Your Data: Access all stored progress and settings through the app
- Export Data: Export your progress and achievements
- Delete Data: Clear your data through settings or by uninstalling the app
- Modify Settings: Change accessibility preferences, notifications, and app behavior
Privacy Controls
- View Analytics: See all collected usage data in app settings
- Clear Analytics: Delete all analytics data with one tap
- Notification Management: Control notification frequency and types
- TTS Control: Enable/disable text-to-speech features
- Data Reset: Reset all progress and start fresh
- Cloud Backup Control: Choose when and how to backup your data
Children's Privacy
This app is designed to be educational and appropriate for all ages, including children. We take special care to:
- Not collect any personal information from users of any age
- Provide a safe, ad-free learning environment
- Comply with COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act) requirements
- Not require account creation or personal data entry
Data Sharing & Disclosure
We DO NOT Sell Your Data
We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
Limited Sharing Scenarios
We may share anonymized, aggregated data only in these cases:
- **Legal Requirements**: If required by law, regulation, or legal process
- **Safety & Security**: To protect rights, property, or safety of users
- **Business Transfers**: In event of merger, acquisition, or asset sale (with notification)
- **With Your Consent**: Any other sharing requires your explicit permission
International Users
If you access the app from outside the United States:
- Your data may be transferred to and processed in other countries
- We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers
- By using the app, you consent to such transfers
Updates to Privacy Policy
Notification of Changes
- We will notify users of material changes through the app
- Continued use after notification constitutes acceptance
- Previous versions will be available in app history
Version History
- Current Version: 1.0 (January 2, 2025)
- Material changes will be documented and dated
Accessibility Commitment
As a disability awareness app, we are committed to:
- Making this privacy policy accessible to all users
- Providing alternative formats upon request (large print, screen reader optimized)
- Ensuring our data practices support accessibility needs
- Respecting accessibility-related preferences and settings
Contact Information
Questions & Concerns
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices:
- **In-App Support**: Use the support feature in app settings
- **Email**: [Your support email]
- **Response Time**: We aim to respond within 48 hours
Data Protection Officer
For privacy-specific inquiries:
- **Email**: [DPO email]
- **Role**: Oversees privacy compliance and data protection
Your Consent
By using this app, you consent to:
- Collection and use of information as described in this policy
- Local storage of progress and preference data
- Anonymous analytics to improve the app experience
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents have additional rights:
- **Right to Know**: Request information about data collected
- **Right to Delete**: Request deletion of personal information
- **Right to Opt-Out**: Opt out of data sale (we don't sell data)
- **Non-Discrimination**: Equal service regardless of privacy choices
GDPR Compliance (EU Users)
For European Union users, additional protections apply:
- **Legal Basis**: Processing based on consent and legitimate interests
- **Data Minimization**: We collect only necessary data
- **Right to Access**: Request copy of your data
- **Right to Rectification**: Correct inaccurate data
- **Right to Erasure**: Request data deletion
- **Right to Portability**: Receive data in portable format
- **Right to Object**: Object to certain data processing
Data Breach Notification
In the unlikely event of a data breach:
- We will notify affected users within 72 hours
- Notification will include nature of breach and steps taken
- We will provide guidance on protective measures
- Relevant authorities will be notified as required by law
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
#Web Version
If using the web version of the app:
- **Essential Cookies**: Required for app functionality
- **Analytics Cookies**: Track usage (can be disabled)
- **Preference Cookies**: Remember your settings
- **No Third-Party Advertising Cookies**: We don't use advertising cookies
Mobile App
- Uses device storage instead of cookies
- No cross-app tracking
- No advertising identifiers
Accessibility of This Policy
This privacy policy is available:
- Within the app settings
- In multiple formats (text, audio via TTS)
- With high contrast and screen reader support
- In plain language for clarity
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Effective Date: January 2, 2025
Your continued use of the app after this date constitutes acceptance of this Privacy Policy.**