Privacy Policy for Flashcard Maker

Effective Date: January 29, 2025 Last Updated: January 29, 2025 Version: 1.0

Introduction

Welcome to Flashcard Maker ("we", "our", "us", or "the App"). We respect your privacy. This privacy policy explains how the app works and what data is stored locally on your device when you use our flashcard learning application.

By using Flashcard Maker, you agree to this privacy policy.

⚠️ Important Notice - Educational Tool Only

Flashcard Maker is designed exclusively for educational, learning, and study purposes.

❌ This app is NOT a medical device
❌ This app does NOT replace professional educational guidance or tutoring
❌ This app does NOT guarantee specific learning outcomes or exam results
❌ We make NO educational achievement promises

This app is intended solely to support your personal study and learning practice.

Information We Collect

✅ PRIVACY-FIRST: ALL DATA STORED LOCALLY ON YOUR DEVICE

Flashcard Maker operates 100% offline with NO user accounts, NO servers, and NO data transmission.

1. Flashcard Data (Stored Locally Only)

All data is stored on YOUR device using secure local storage (React Native AsyncStorage):

Deck information - Deck titles, descriptions, categories (Language, Science, History, Math, Geography, Literature, Other), difficulty levels, and creation dates
Card content - Front (question) and back (answer) text, difficulty levels, categories, and tags
Study progress - Card completion history, study session statistics (Correct, Incorrect, Skipped), and last studied dates
Study statistics - Total decks, total cards, study sessions count, and progress tracking

2. App Preferences (Stored Locally Only)

Your settings stay on your device:

Theme preference - Light/dark mode or auto
Language preference - App language (39 languages supported)
Filter preferences - Category filter selections (temporary, not persisted)
App settings - Any customization preferences you choose

3. Technical Information (Device Only)

Minimal technical data used for app functionality:

Device model - For compatibility and proper rendering
OS version - For feature compatibility
App version - For update management
Network status - To indicate offline/online mode (no data sent)

Important: This technical data NEVER leaves your device and is NOT transmitted anywhere.

Information We DO NOT Collect

We want to be absolutely clear about what we DO NOT collect:

❌ NO Email addresses - No account creation required
❌ NO Usernames or passwords - No authentication system
❌ NO Personal identification - No names, phone numbers, or contact info
❌ NO Location data - We never track your location
❌ NO Camera or photos - No access to your media
❌ NO Contacts - We don't access your contacts
❌ NO Microphone audio - We don't record audio
❌ NO Browsing history - We don't track web activity
❌ NO Third-party tracking - No analytics, trackers, or SDKs active
❌ NO Social media data - We don't connect to social accounts
❌ NO Cloud sync - Your data stays on YOUR device only
❌ NO Cookies - No web tracking or cookies

How We Use Your Data

✅ LOCAL-ONLY USAGE

All your data stays on YOUR device and is NEVER sent to any server.

We use your information exclusively for:

App Functionality - Display flashcards, decks, track study progress, calculate statistics
Personalization - Apply your theme, language, and filter preferences
Study Tracking - Show your study session history, correct/incorrect counts, and progress
Offline Operation - App works 100% without internet connection
Data Persistence - Save your flashcards and decks locally so they're available when you reopen the app

We DO NOT Use Your Data For

❌ NO Server sync - Data never leaves your device
❌ NO Advertising - No ads or marketing
❌ NO Third-party sharing - No data brokers, no selling
❌ NO Cross-device sync - Each device operates independently
❌ NO Cloud backup - You control your own data
❌ NO Profiling or tracking - No behavioral analysis
❌ NO AI training - Your data is not used for machine learning
❌ NO Analytics - No usage tracking

Data Storage and Security

🔒 LOCAL STORAGE ONLY

Your data is stored securely on YOUR device using React Native AsyncStorage:

Local-only storage: All data stored in your device's secure local storage
No cloud transmission: Data NEVER sent to external servers
No internet required: App fully functional offline
Device encryption: Your device's built-in encryption protects your data
No external access: Only you can access your flashcard data
Complete privacy: No one else can see your flashcards, not even us

Security Measures

We implement privacy-first practices:

No user accounts: No authentication means no password vulnerabilities
No data transmission: Zero network requests containing your personal data
Offline-first architecture: App designed to work without internet
Local data control: You own and control 100% of your data
Regular app updates: We keep the app secure and up to date

Your Privacy Rights

✅ COMPLETE DATA CONTROL

Since ALL your data is stored locally on your device, YOU have complete control:

Right to Access: All your data is already visible in the app
Right to Rectification: Edit any deck, card, or setting directly in the app
Right to Erasure: Delete decks, cards, clear study history, or uninstall the app to remove all data
Right to Data Portability: Your data is stored locally and accessible on your device
Right to Object: No data processing to object to - everything is local
Complete Control: Uninstalling the app removes all data from your device

Data Export and Deletion

You can manage your data at any time:

Edit Content: Tap any deck or card to edit title, description, front/back text
Delete Individual Items: Delete individual decks or cards from their respective screens
Clear Study Data: Study statistics reset when you start new sessions
Complete Removal: Uninstalling the app removes all flashcard data from your device

No account deletion needed - there are no accounts to delete!

Support and Questions

For app support or questions, email us at umituz9999@gmail.com with:

Subject line: "Flashcard Maker Support"
Your question: Describe your issue or question
Device info (optional): Device model and OS version if relevant

We will respond to support requests within 3-5 business days.

Third-Party Services

✅ ZERO THIRD-PARTY DATA SHARING

Flashcard Maker does NOT use any third-party services that collect your data:

❌ NO Backend servers - No Supabase, Firebase, or cloud services
❌ NO Analytics - No Google Analytics, Amplitude, Mixpanel, or tracking
❌ NO Advertising networks - No Google Ads, Facebook Ads, AdMob
❌ NO Tracking pixels - No Facebook Pixel, Google Tag Manager
❌ NO Social media integrations - No Facebook, Twitter, Instagram SDKs
❌ NO Marketing automation - No email marketing or CRM tools
❌ NO Crash reporting - No Sentry, Crashlytics, Bugsnag
❌ NO Authentication services - No Google Sign-In, Apple Sign-In, OAuth

Technical Dependencies (No Data Collection):

The app uses standard React Native libraries for local functionality only:

React Native AsyncStorage - Local device storage (no cloud sync)
React Native NetInfo - Network status detection (for offline mode indicator)
Expo Localization - Device language detection (for app translation)
React Native Device Info - Device model info (for compatibility, not tracking)

None of these libraries send data to external servers.

Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Flashcard Maker is suitable for children 13 years and older under parental supervision.

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 data, please contact us at umituz9999@gmail.com, and we will delete the information immediately.

Note: Since we collect NO personal data, there is nothing to collect from children. All educational content (flashcards) created by children stays on their device only.

International Users and GDPR Compliance

For European Union (EU) Users

If you are in the EU, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Legal basis for processing: NOT APPLICABLE - No personal data collected or processed
Data retention: All data stored locally on your device only
Data transfers: NO cross-border data transfers - everything stays on your device
Your rights: Full control of your local data (see "Your Privacy Rights" above)
Contact: umituz9999@gmail.com for questions

GDPR Compliance Statement:

Since Flashcard Maker operates entirely offline with NO accounts, NO servers, and NO personal data collection, most GDPR requirements are NOT APPLICABLE. Your data never leaves your device, so there are no data processors, controllers, or international transfers.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

For California Residents

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

Categories of Data We Collect:

❌ NO Personal identifiers - No email, name, phone, or addresses collected
✅ User-generated content - Deck titles, card front/back text, study history (STORED LOCALLY ONLY)
✅ App preferences - Theme, language, filter settings (STORED LOCALLY ONLY)
✅ Device info - Device model, OS version (LOCAL ONLY, not transmitted)

Your Rights:

Right to Know: All data is visible in the app - nothing is hidden
Right to Delete: Delete decks, cards, or uninstall the app to remove all data
Right to Opt-Out of Sale: We do NOT sell your data - there's nothing to opt out of
Right to Non-Discrimination: N/A - no accounts or data processing

We do NOT sell, share, or transfer your personal information to anyone.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

✅ ZERO COOKIES AND TRACKING

We do NOT use cookies or any tracking technologies:

❌ NO Cookies - No browser cookies, session cookies, or persistent cookies
❌ NO Authentication tokens - No login sessions or JWT tokens
❌ NO Tracking pixels - No Facebook Pixel, Google Tag Manager, or analytics pixels
❌ NO Local storage tracking - AsyncStorage used only for YOUR flashcard data, not tracking
❌ NO Fingerprinting - No device fingerprinting or user identification
❌ NO Cross-site tracking - App doesn't access web browsers or websites

Mobile App Note:

As a React Native mobile app, Flashcard Maker doesn't use web cookies. All local data is stored in secure device storage (AsyncStorage) for app functionality only, not for tracking or advertising.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

How We Update

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be effective when we post the revised policy.

How We Notify You

Major changes: We will update the "Last Updated" date and post a notice on our website
Minor changes: We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
Your responsibility: Check this policy periodically for updates (we have no way to contact you since we don't collect emails)

What Constitutes a Major Change

New data collection practices
Changes to third-party services
Changes to data usage purposes
Changes to your rights

Data Breach Protection

✅ ZERO BREACH RISK - NO SERVER TO BREACH

Flashcard Maker has NO risk of data breaches because:

❌ NO servers - Your data never leaves your device, so there's nothing for hackers to breach
❌ NO user accounts - No email addresses, passwords, or credentials to steal
❌ NO cloud storage - No databases to hack or leak
❌ NO network transmission - Data never sent over the internet

Your data security depends entirely on YOUR device security:

✅ Use a strong device passcode/password
✅ Enable device encryption (iOS/Android do this by default)
✅ Keep your device's operating system updated
✅ Don't share your device with untrusted individuals

We cannot be breached because we don't have your data - YOU do.

Your Data Control

✅ COMPLETE LOCAL CONTROL

Since Flashcard Maker operates 100% offline with NO accounts or servers, you have complete control:

Update data: Edit any deck, card, or setting directly in the app
Delete data: Remove individual decks, cards, or uninstall the app to delete everything
Export data: All data is accessible on your device - use device backup for export if needed
Backup data: Use your device's backup system (iCloud, Google Drive) to backup your app data

Data Retention

Your device only: All data stays on YOUR device until YOU delete it
No server retention: We don't have servers, so there's nothing to retain on our end
Full control: Uninstalling the app removes all flashcard data from your device
No backups on our servers: We don't create or store any backups - your device backups are managed by you

Contact Us

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

Email: umituz9999@gmail.com Subject line: "Privacy - Flashcard Maker" Website: https://umituz.com/projects/education/flashcard-maker

We typically respond within 5 business days and will respond to all legal requests within 30 days (or sooner as required by law).

Additional Disclaimers

Educational Use Only

Flashcard Maker is designed for:

✅ Creating study materials
✅ Memorizing information
✅ Learning vocabulary and concepts
✅ Preparing for exams and tests
✅ Personal educational practice

This app does NOT guarantee:

❌ Specific learning outcomes
❌ Exam results or grades
❌ Educational achievement
❌ Academic success

Always consult qualified educators for formal learning guidance.

Legal Compliance

This privacy policy complies with:

GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation - EU)
CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act - USA)
Apple App Store privacy requirements
US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines
Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

Transparency Commitment

We believe in radical transparency about data privacy:

✅ We collect ZERO personal data - No accounts, no emails, no tracking
✅ We never access your data - All data stays on YOUR device only
✅ We never sell your data - We don't have your data to sell
✅ We never use third-party tracking - No analytics, no ads, no tracking
✅ You have 100% control - All data on your device, under your control
✅ No servers, no breaches - Your data can't be hacked because we don't have it
✅ Complete offline operation - Works without internet connection

All data stays on your device.

Effective Date and Version History

Current Version: 1.0 Effective Date: January 29, 2025 Last Updated: January 29, 2025

Version History:

v1.0 (Jan 29, 2025) - Initial privacy policy

This privacy policy was last reviewed and updated on January 29, 2025.