Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2025

Introduction

Welcome to IELTS Flashcards (“we,” “our,” or “us”). IELTS Flashcards is a flashcard mobile application designed to help you learn English words through interactive flashcards. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience while using our mobile application (the “App”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.

By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use the App.

Disclaimer

Important Notice:

IELTS Flashcards is an independent mobile application developed by an independent developer. This App is not associated with, endorsed by, or affiliated with IELTS (International English Language Testing System) or any of its organizations, including but not limited to the British Council, IDP Education, Cambridge Assessment English, or any other official IELTS testing bodies. The use of “IELTS” in the app name is for descriptive purposes only to indicate that the app may be useful for IELTS test preparation, but it does not imply any official connection or endorsement.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information to use the basic features of the App. However, if you choose to subscribe to our Pro features, payment information will be processed through third-party payment processors (Apple App Store or Google Play Store).

Automatically Collected Information

The App collects and stores the following information locally on your device:

Learning Progress Data: We store your English word learning progress (including words marked as “not started,” “learning,” or “learned”) locally on your device using device storage. This includes which English words you have studied, your flashcard progress, and learning statistics.
Flashcard Test Results: We store your flashcard test scores and results locally on your device to track your English word learning performance over time.
App Preferences: Any settings or preferences you configure within the App are stored locally on your device.

Important: All of the above data is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to our servers or third parties, except as described below.

Third-Party Services

RevenueCat

We use RevenueCat to manage subscriptions and in-app purchases. RevenueCat may collect and process the following information:

Subscription status and purchase history
Device identifiers
Transaction information

RevenueCat's privacy policy: https://www.revenuecat.com/privacy

Apple App Store / Google Play Store

When you make a purchase, your payment information is processed by Apple (for iOS) or Google (for Android). We do not have access to your payment details. Please review:

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, maintain, and improve the App's functionality
Track your English word learning progress and flashcard test results locally on your device
Process subscription purchases and manage Pro features
Provide customer support
Comply with legal obligations

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

All English word learning progress, flashcard test results, and app preferences are stored locally on your device using secure local storage mechanisms. This data remains on your device and is not transmitted to our servers.

Data Security

While we implement reasonable security measures to protect your locally stored data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data stored on your device.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers (such as RevenueCat) who perform services on our behalf, subject to their privacy policies.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

Your Rights and Choices

Access and Deletion

You have the right to:

Access Your Data: You can view your English word learning progress and flashcard test results directly within the App.
Delete Your Data: You can delete your locally stored data by:
- Uninstalling the App (which will remove all locally stored data, including your English word learning progress)
- Using the App's reset functionality (if available) to clear your flashcard progress
Manage Subscriptions: You can manage or cancel your subscription through:
- iOS: Settings > [Your Name] > Subscriptions
- Android: Google Play Store > Subscriptions

Data Portability

Since your data is stored locally on your device, you have full control over it. You can export or backup your device data using your device's standard backup features.

Children's Privacy

The App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete such information.

International Users

The App is available internationally. If you are using the App from outside the country where our services are hosted, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in a different country. By using the App, you consent to such transfer.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

Posting the new Privacy Policy in the App
Updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this Privacy Policy

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes are effective when they are posted.

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to know what personal information is collected
Right to delete personal information
Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)

European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights:

Right to access your personal data
Right to rectification
Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
Right to restrict processing
Right to data portability
Right to object to processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: melihfiratapps@gmail.com

App Developer: Melih Firat

Bundle ID: com.firatmelih.ieltsflashcards

Consent

By using the App, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.