Privacy Policy for Yappr

Introduction

Yappr ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of children and families using our AI-powered language learning application. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you use the Yappr mobile application.

Information We Collect

1. Audio Recordings (RECORD_AUDIO Permission)

Why we need this permission:

• Yappr is a language learning app that helps children practice speaking English and French
• We record your child's voice during conversation practice sessions with our AI avatar
• Audio recordings are used solely to provide real-time pronunciation feedback and language assessment

How we use audio data:

• Audio is processed in real-time to analyze pronunciation and conversation skills
• Recordings are used to generate personalized feedback and improvement reports
• Audio data is NOT shared with third parties for marketing or advertising purposes
• Audio recordings are stored securely and may be deleted upon request

2. Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address (for authentication and account recovery)
• Display name or username
• Child's age and language learning preferences (from onboarding quiz)

3. Usage Data

We collect data about how you use the app:

• Practice session history and duration
• Progress metrics and skill assessments
• Badges earned and streaks maintained
• Conversation topics and difficulty levels attempted

4. Device Information

We automatically collect:

• Device type and operating system version
• App version and crash reports
• Language and timezone settings

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide Language Learning Services: Analyze speech patterns and provide personalized feedback
• Improve User Experience: Track progress, maintain streaks, and award badges
• App Functionality: Enable features like conversation practice, reports, and notifications
• Technical Support: Diagnose issues and improve app performance
• Parental Controls: Allow parents to monitor their child's learning progress

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures:

• Encryption: All data transmitted between your device and our servers is encrypted using TLS/SSL
• Secure Storage: Audio recordings and personal data are stored on secure servers with access controls
• Limited Access: Only authorized personnel can access user data, and only when necessary for support or development
• Regular Audits: We conduct regular security reviews and updates

Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Yappr is designed for children aged 6-14. We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA):

• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without parental consent
• Parents can review, modify, or delete their child's data at any time
• We do not share children's data with third parties for marketing purposes
• Parents can contact us to request data deletion

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Supabase: Database and authentication (privacy policy)
• Google AI (Gemini): Speech processing and AI conversation (privacy policy)
• Firebase Cloud Messaging: Push notifications for practice reminders

These services may collect data as described in their respective privacy policies.

Data Retention

• Audio Recordings: Retained for up to 90 days, then automatically deleted
• Account Data: Retained while your account is active
• Progress Data: Retained to track long-term learning progress
• Deleted Accounts: All associated data is permanently deleted within 30 days of account deletion

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of all data we have collected about you
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and all associated data
• Opt-Out: Disable audio recording (though this will limit app functionality)
• Export: Download your child's progress data in a portable format

Parental Controls

Parents can:

• View all audio recordings and transcripts from practice sessions
• Delete specific recordings or all recordings
• Monitor progress and usage patterns
• Set daily usage limits (feature coming soon)
• Disable push notifications

Data Sharing

We do NOT:

• Sell or rent your data to third parties
• Use audio recordings for advertising purposes
• Share children's personal information for marketing

We MAY share data only in these limited circumstances:

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal obligations (e.g., court orders)
• To protect the safety and security of our users
• With service providers who assist in app operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)

International Data Transfers

Our servers may be located in different countries. By using Yappr, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

Push Notifications

We use push notifications to:

• Send daily practice reminders
• Notify about achievement milestones
• Alert parents about their child's progress

You can disable notifications in your device settings at any time.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the updated policy in the app
• Sending an email notification to your registered email address
• Displaying an in-app notification

Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data:

Email: ashpaksh7@gmail.com

For data deletion requests or privacy concerns, please include:

• Your account email address
• Specific request or concern
• Any relevant details

We will respond to all requests within 30 days.

Consent

By using Yappr, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of information as described herein.