Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2, 2025

Volodymyr Popov ("we", "our", or "us") operates the Active English mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our App.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Account Information:

• Email address (when you register)
• Display name (optional)
• Authentication data from Google or Apple Sign-In (if used)

Learning Data:

• Your vocabulary lists and saved words
• Essays you write within the App
• Dictation exercise results
• Learning progress and statistics
• Study time and activity data

Device Information:

• Device type and operating system
• App version
• Crash reports and error logs

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide and improve the App's learning features
• Track your learning progress and statistics
• Generate AI-powered essay feedback
• Send you study reminders (if enabled)
• Fix bugs and improve App performance
• Process subscription purchases

3. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Firebase (Google): Authentication, database, analytics, and crash reporting
• Google Cloud: Text-to-speech services for audio playback
• Google Gemini AI: Essay evaluation and feedback
• RevenueCat: Subscription and payment processing

These services have their own privacy policies governing the use of your information.

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely using Firebase services with encryption in transit and at rest. Learning data is also stored locally on your device for offline access.

5. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. When you delete your account, all associated data is permanently removed from our servers and your device.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Delete: Delete your account and all associated data through the App settings
• Correction: Update your profile information at any time
• Withdraw consent: Disable notifications or delete your account

7. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for users under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 16, please contact us immediately.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the App or by email. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.