PRIVACY POLICY FOR TINYLINGO : ENGLISH VOCAB QUIZ
Last updated: August 26, 2026
Contact email: dilshanrathnayaka089@gmail.com
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1. INTRODUCTION
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Welcome to TinyLingo : English Vocab Quiz ("we", "our", or "us").
We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application "TinyLingo : English Vocab Quiz" (Package: com.smartword.smalltaks).
TinyLingo is a gamified English language learning application designed to help users master British (UK) and American (US) English through interactive quizzes, vocabulary flashcards, audio pronunciation exercises, and spaced repetition.
By installing or using TinyLingo, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms, please do not use the application.
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2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
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a. Account & Authentication Data (Google Firebase)
When you register or log in, we collect:
- Email Address and Display Name (via Firebase Authentication).
- User Profile Picture (optional upload from your device gallery/camera).
- Unique User Identification ID (UID).
b. Learning Progress & Gamification Data (Cloud Firestore)
To provide a personalized and synchronized learning experience across devices, we store:
- User XP (Experience Points), Gems, Lives/Hearts count, and Daily Streaks.
- Completed lesson stages, quiz scores, accuracy ratings, and vocabulary mastery levels.
- Global & League Leaderboard rankings (visible to other users by Display Name).
c. Local Device Storage (Shared Preferences)
We store non-sensitive app preferences locally on your device:
- Selected English Dialect (British vs American English preferences).
- Audio settings (BGM sound effects, Text-To-Speech normal/turtle speed).
- Temporary offline cache and UI state.
d. Technical & Device Information
When using the app, automated logs and device data may be collected:
- Device model, operating system version, and unique device identifiers.
- Network connection type and IP address (used for ad delivery and security).
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3. DEVICE PERMISSIONS REQUESTED
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To deliver complete functionality, TinyLingo may request the following permissions:
✓ INTERNET & NETWORK STATE: Required for real-time cloud data sync (Firebase), online audio/image loading, and ad serving.
✓ POST NOTIFICATIONS: Used to send optional daily streak reminders and learning goal alerts.
✓ STORAGE / READ MEDIA IMAGES (Optional): Used solely if you choose to upload a custom profile avatar from your gallery.
✓ CAMERA (Optional): Used only if you choose to take a live photo for your profile avatar.
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4. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES & INTEGRATIONS
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We integrate trusted third-party SDKs that may collect information used to identify you in accordance with their respective privacy policies:
- Google Firebase (Authentication, Cloud Firestore, Cloud Storage):
Used for user authentication, cloud database sync, and asset hosting.
Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy
- Google AdMob (Advertisements):
Used to display non-intrusive banner, interstitial, or rewarded ads to free users. AdMob may collect device identifiers and interaction data to serve tailored or contextual ads.
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads
- Google Play In-App Billing:
Used to securely process payments for premium features, subscriptions, or virtual items (e.g., Gems / Ad-Free experience). We do not collect, process, or store your payment card details. All billing transactions are managed securely by Google Play.
Google Payments Privacy: https://payments.google.com/legaldocument?family=privacy
- Text-to-Speech (TTS) & Audio Engines:
Used to generate dual-accent (en-GB / en-US) audio pronunciations using standard device TTS engines without storing voice recordings.
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5. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
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We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide, operate, and maintain the TinyLingo English learning experience.
- To sync your learning path, daily streaks, XP, and lesson progress across devices.
- To display public leaderboard tiers and peer rankings.
- To manage in-app purchases and unlock premium content.
- To send motivational push notifications (which you can disable at any time).
- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraudulent activity.
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6. DATA SECURITY & RETENTION
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- We employ industry-standard encryption and security protocols provided by Google Firebase to protect your personal data.
- Profile pictures are securely stored in Google Firebase Cloud Storage.
- Your personal information is retained only as long as your account remains active or as needed to provide you with app services.
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7. DATA DELETION & USER RIGHTS (Google Play Compliance)
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You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information at any time:
- In-App Account Deletion: You can initiate account deletion directly from the Profile / Settings screen in the application.
- Manual Request: You may request complete deletion of your account, authentication details, profile picture, and all associated progress data by contacting us at:
📧 dilshanrathnayaka089@gmail.com
Upon receiving your request, your personal data will be permanently deleted from our Firebase servers within 30 days.
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8. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
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TinyLingo is designed for a general audience and learners of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal identifiable information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided personal data, we will immediately delete it from our servers. Parents or guardians may contact us directly for data inquiries or removal requests.
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9. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
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We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
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10. CONTACT US
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If you have any questions, suggestions, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:
📧 Developer Email: dilshanrathnayaka089@gmail.com
Application: TinyLingo : English Vocab Quiz
Developer: Dilshan Rathnayaka
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11. CONSENT
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By downloading, accessing, or using TinyLingo : English Vocab Quiz, you acknowledge that you have read and consent to this Privacy Policy.