PRIVACY POLICY FOR SMALLTAKS
Last updated: January 13, 2026
Contact email: dilshanrathnayaka089@gmail.com
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1. INTRODUCTION
Welcome to SmallTaks.
This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use our application. SmallTaks is an educational platform designed to improve learning through interactive games and tools.
By using this app, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
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2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
a. Account & Profile Data (Firebase Authentication & Firestore)
To provide a personalized learning experience, we collect:
- Email & Name: Used for account creation and synchronization across devices.
- Profile Image: You may choose to upload a profile picture from your gallery or camera.
- Learning Progress: Statistics such as your current streak, total points, global rank, and words learned are stored securely on Google Firebase servers.
b. Local Data Storage (Shared Preferences)
We use local storage on your device to remember basic settings such as:
- Language and Locale preferences.
- Audio settings (Background music and sound effects).
c. Device Permissions
The app may request the following permissions to function properly:
- ✓ Storage/Gallery Permission: Used to select or save profile pictures.
- ✓ Notifications Permission: Used to send learning reminders and achievement updates.
- ✓ Internet Permission: Required for Firebase services, AdMob advertisements, and submitting feedback.
- ✓ Camera Permission (Optional): Used if you choose to take a real-time photo for your profile.
d. AdMob Advertising
The app uses Google AdMob to display advertisements to free users. AdMob may collect:
- Device information (model, OS version).
- Ad interaction data.
- Approximate location (based on IP address). For more details: https://policies.google.com/privacy
e. In-App Purchases (Premium)
We offer premium features via Google Play In-App Billing.
- We do not collect or store your credit card or payment information.
- All payments are handled securely by Google Play.
- We only receive a confirmation of purchase to unlock your premium features.
f. Feedback Support
When you submit feedback via the app, it uses your device's email client to send us a message,
This includes your name and email to help us respond to your concerns.
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3. HOW WE USE INFORMATION
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To synchronize your learning progress and achievements across your devices.
- To provide a competitive leaderboard experience.
- To manage premium subscriptions and unlock features.
- To improve the app based on the feedback you provide.
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4. DATA SECURITY
Your data security is a priority.
- Account and progress data are stored using Google Firebase, which uses industry-standard encryption and security protocols.
- Profile images are hosted on Google Firebase Storage.
- We do not share your private learning data with third parties (except for the public leaderboard rank visible to other users).
However, please note that no method of electronic storage or transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
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5. SHARING OF INFORMATION
We do not sell or trade your personal data. Third-party services involved:
- Google Firebase: Used for authentication and data storage.
- Google Play Services: Used for app updates and security.
Each of these services has its own privacy policy which you can review on Google's website.
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6. DATA RETENTION & DELETION
- Profile Data: Your information is kept as long as your account is active.
- Account Deletion: You can request account deletion by contacting us via email, which will remove your profile and progress from our database.
- Uninstallation: Uninstalling the app will remove locally stored settings, but your cloud-synced progress will remain if you sign in again later.
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7. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
SmallTaks is intended for users of all ages interested in learning. If a parent or guardian becomes aware that their child has provided us with personal information without consent, please contact us for immediate data removal.
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8. CONTACT US
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the app, please contact us at:
📧 Email:dilshanrathnayaka089@gmail.com
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9. CONSENT
By using SmallTaks, you consent to this Privacy Policy.
END OF PRIVACY POLICY